Andy Lee is a Program Coordinator and Research Scientist for Biodiversity at RESOLVE, focusing on advancing the organization's social enterprise, Nightjar. He oversees the development and deployment of TrailGuard projects, collaborating with international conservation groups to deliver the AI-enabled camera-alert system, which aims to protect endangered wildlife and promote human-wildlife coexistence. Additionally, within the Conservation Solutions program, Andy conducts research on global biodiversity conservation, including the Global Safety Net and Conservation Imperatives, while also facilitating grant-making to expand protection into endangered habitats. His mission is to address the most pressing threats to wildlife through the creative application of science, technology, and collaborative processes.
Prior to joining RESOLVE, Andy completed his Master's degree at Yale University, where he studied the policy processes of large carnivore reintroductions in South Africa. His previous research experience also includes the behavioral ecology of coastal dolphins in Hong Kong, human-wildlife coexistence in Tibet, and illegal wildlife trade in China.
Bachelor of Science, Ecology & Biodiversity, University of Hong Kong
Master of Environmental Science, Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies
Biodiversity, Research, Writing, Conservation Planning, Policy Analysis, Fundraising
It is incredibly motivating to be at the forefront of forging innovative and collaborative solutions to protect wildlife and natural habitat."