Andrew Perchlik is a Democrat/Progressive representing the Washington District in the Vermont State Senate , serving since 2019. Born June 3, 1968, in Greeley, Colorado, he is a recognized expert in renewable energy, currently directing Vermont’s Clean Energy Development Fund. Notable achievements include founding Renewable Energy Vermont, serving on the Marshfield Selectboard , Marshfield Volunteer Fire Department, and boards like the Vermont Community Loan Fund. He holds key Senate roles such as Chair of Appropriations, Senate Transportation Committee, and ex officio on Joint Fiscal and Transportation Oversight Committees.

Education

Perchlik attended the University of Northern Colorado Laboratory School from kindergarten through 12th grade, earning a B.S. in interdisciplinary Environmental Politics from the University of Northern Colorado.

Political Experience

• Peace Corps Volunteer .
• VISTA Volunteer .
• Founding Executive Director, Renewable Energy Vermont .
• Director, Vermont Public Service Department’s Clean Energy Development Fund .
• Marshfield Justice of the Peace, Town Energy Committee.
• Vermont State Senate, Washington District : Senate Transportation , Education , 2022 Reapportionment; current chairs/roles in Appropriations, Government Accountability, Health Reform Oversight, and various joint/special committees. Elected 2018, re-elected including 2024.