Swayam Pharate
Class of
2025
Representing the City of
Redmond
Sustainability Ambassador since
Summer 2024
Swayam (Sunny) Pharate is a rising senior at Nikola Tesla STEM High School, where he pursues his interests in Computer Science and Engineering through an environmental lens. He frequently involves himself in projects such as creating apps, developing mechanical systems, and leading impact projects that contribute to environmental sustainability via internships, clubs, and programs. Outside of school, Sunny enjoys playing cricket, playing drums and guitar, creating short films and working on his online photography business. As an ambassador, Sunny's goal is to make the decision of living a greener life an easy one. With the use of modern-day technology, Sunny wants to make everyday actions such as throwing the trash or choosing to use renewable water bottles effortless.