 Using
the principles of biology and chemistry, environmental engineers
develop solutions to environmental problems. They are involved in
water and air pollution control, recycling, waste disposal, and
public health issues. Environmental engineers conduct
hazardous-waste management studies in which they evaluate the
significance of the hazard, offer analysis on treatment and
containment, and develop regulations to prevent mishaps.
 They design
municipal water supply and industrial wastewater treatment systems.
They conduct research on proposed environmental projects, analyze
scientific data, and perform quality control checks. They provide
legal and financial consulting on matters related to the
environment.
 Environmental engineers are concerned with local and worldwide
environmental issues. They study and attempt to minimize the effects
of acid rain, global warming, automobile emissions, and ozone
depletion. They also are involved in the protection of wildlife.
Many environmental engineers work as consultants, helping their
clients to comply with regulations and to clean up hazardous sites.
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Environmental Engineering Resources |
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Online |
Downloads |
Profiles of Environmental Engineers:
Interviews of Professionals |
PDF on each profile
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Overview:
Overview of Environmental Engineering |
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Preparation:
Admission Requirements, Alternate Degree Paths, Graduate
Programs, Accredited Programs |
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Day in the Life:
Teams and Coworkers,
Tasks, the Workplace |
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Earnings:
Employer Options, Salary Ranges, Types of Employers |
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Employment:
Statistics, Industries, Employers |
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Career Path Forecast:
Predictions |
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Professional Organizations:
Resources, Networking, Support |
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Podcast:
Overview of Environmental Engineering |
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Internet Resources:
 American
Academy of Environmental Engineers
American
Institute of Chemical Engineer Environmental Division
American
Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers
ASME
Environmental Engineering Division
ASCE
Environmental & Water Resources Institute
Environmental
Science and Engineering Magazine
Water
Environment Federation |
Note: Some resources in this section are provided by the US Department
of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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