PHARR ANDREWS
Houston,USA
Summary
Registered Environmental Professional with 30+ years of experience in climate policy, air quality management, environmental education, and sustainability leadership across Texas. Experienced in translating complex environmental science concepts into accessible, engaging instruction for diverse audiences. Proven ability to design curriculum, facilitate discussion-based learning, and connect real-world environmental policy and data to student learning outcomes. Committed to fostering critical thinking, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship in students. My teaching approach emphasizes applied learning, discussion-based engagement, and critical evaluation of environmental challenges facing local communities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Air Quality Principal Planner
Houston-Galveston Area Council
Houston, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Lead regional climate planning efforts and translate technical air quality data into accessible educational materials for public and stakeholder audiences.
- Develop presentations, workshops, and public-facing content explaining greenhouse gas inventories, emissions reduction strategies, and environmental justice considerations.
- Coordinate multi-sector stakeholder learning sessions across a 13-county region.
- Translate complex emissions modeling and environmental data into accessible educational materials.
Senior Climate Coordinator
City of Dallas
Dallas, TX
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Led development of the City’s first Comprehensive Environmental & Climate Action Plan (CECAP).
- Facilitated public meetings and stakeholder workshops to educate community members on climate science and policy strategies.
- Developed educational content on sustainability, resilience, and carbon reduction for diverse audiences.
Environmental Education & Outreach Manager
City of Richardson
Richardson, TX
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Designed and delivered environmental education programming focused on water conservation and recycling.
- Created public-facing educational resources and facilitated community training sessions.
Air Quality Program Manager
City of Austin Transportation Department
Austin, TX
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Developed and delivered alternative commute and clean air education programs.
- Facilitated behavior change workshops and public engagement initiatives grounded in environmental science principles.
- Managed youth-focused programs including student PSA contests and environmental stewardship campaigns.
Climate Protection Coordinator
Austin Energy / City of Austin
Austin, TX
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Designed climate protection programming integrating energy science, emissions data, and sustainability strategy.
- Collaborated with technical experts to develop educational and outreach materials explaining carbon reduction strategies.
Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (now Texas Commission on Environmental Quality)
Austin, TX
01.1994 - 01.2000
- Supported environmental rule development and compliance education for regulated entities.
- Provided technical guidance to small businesses interpreting environmental regulations.
Education
M.Ed. - Environmental Policy & Science
Texas State University
B.S. - Resource and Environmental Studies
Texas State University
Skills
- Environmental Science Instruction
- Curriculum & Lesson Development
- Student Engagement & Active Learning
- Climate Change & Air Quality Science
- Environmental Policy & Regulation
- Community-Based Learning
- Equity & Environmental Justice
- Public Speaking & Facilitation
- Grant-Funded Educational Programming
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute
- Registered Environmental Professional – National Registry for Environmental Professionals (NREP)
- Master Composter – State of Texas
- Competent Communicator – Toastmasters International
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Environmental Outreach & Program Leadership – Multiple Texas Municipalities (1994–Present)
- ISO 14001 & 9001 Sustainability and Quality Management Coordination
- Environmental Compliance Review & Policy Development
- Cross-Sector Climate and Air Quality Partnerships
Accomplishments
- Led development of the first Clean Air Action Plan for the 13-county Houston-Galveston region.
- Led development of Dallas’s first Comprehensive Environmental & Climate Action Plan.
- Accepted the EPA’s 2014 Air Quality Excellence Award as an executive contributor to the Central Texas 8-hour Ozone Flex Plan.
- Received a National Sustainability Leadership Award for launching Austin’s first departmental climate protection program.
- Designed “Cody the Clean Air Bear,” an interactive educational tool used across Central Texas schools and community events.
- Administered and managed Federal environmental education and outreach grants.
Timeline
Air Quality Principal Planner
Houston-Galveston Area Council
01.2023 - Current
Senior Climate Coordinator
City of Dallas
01.2020 - 01.2023
Environmental Education & Outreach Manager
City of Richardson
01.2019 - 01.2020
Air Quality Program Manager
City of Austin Transportation Department
01.2011 - 01.2018
Climate Protection Coordinator
Austin Energy / City of Austin
01.2008 - 01.2011
Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (now Texas Commission on Environmental Quality)
01.1994 - 01.2000
B.S. - Resource and Environmental Studies
Texas State University
M.Ed. - Environmental Policy & Science
Texas State University