The document discusses hazardous waste, where it comes from, federal legislation regulating it, and career opportunities in the hazardous waste field. Hazardous waste comes from various industries like chemical production and metal finishing and creates over 350 million tons annually. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 started federal regulation of hazardous waste disposal. Career opportunities exist in government agencies, consulting firms, private companies that produce or dispose of waste, non-profits, and at the state and local levels. A technical background in fields like engineering is recommended for many hazardous waste jobs.
Environmental consulting involves working on client contracts in various areas related to environmental protection such as water pollution, air and land contamination, waste management, and environmental impact assessment. Typical work activities include collecting and analyzing data to produce reports examining issues like human health and pollution levels, conducting field surveys and monitoring, developing environmental management systems, and conducting audits and impact assessments. Environmental management work involves similar activities like conducting field work, developing management systems, and working with organizations to focus on environmental protection and sustainable business practices and policies.
Environment New Jersey is a statewide citizen-based environmental advocacy organization that works to protect New Jersey's air, water, and open spaces through independent research, advocacy, and lobbying. Their current campaign focuses on preserving open spaces, as Rutgers University predicts that within 30 years, New Jersey will reach "build-out" and lose 50 acres of open land per day to development. The document outlines the organization's mission, past successful campaigns around clean energy and global warming, and the employee's role canvassing communities to raise awareness and recruit new members for the open spaces campaign.
The document summarizes the internship that the author completed with the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) where they worked on various grassroots projects and events to promote renewable energy and reduce coal use in Virginia. Some of the key projects involved protesting at the Dominion Power headquarters, displaying information at the University of Richmond steam plant, and organizing a solar oven event. The internship also included training and networking with other environmental groups in Virginia and participating in statewide campaigns through the Virginia Climate Action Network to transition Virginia to 100% clean energy and stop new coal plants. On campus, the author worked with Richmond Environmental Network for Economic Willpower on green dorm initiatives and raising climate change awareness.
Environmental toxicology is the study of harmful effects of pollutants on ecosystems and living organisms. Toxicologists study how toxic agents impact organisms and assess risks of agents in habitats. They conduct research in both labs and fields to detect and eliminate contaminants. Careers are available in industry, academia, government, and consulting.
This document discusses various types of environmental toxicology and pollution. It notes that chemicals can have global impacts through long-range atmospheric transport and persist in the environment far from where they were used. Examples of specific issues covered include acid rain from air pollution damaging ecosystems, stratospheric ozone depletion from CFCs requiring international agreements like the Montreal Protocol, and global warming from fossil fuel emissions trapping heat via the greenhouse effect. The document stresses that environmental changes can ultimately expose humans through multiple routes, so comprehensive risk assessments are needed.
Environmental toxicology is the study of harmful effects of chemicals, biological and physical agents on living organisms. Rachel Carson is considered the founder of environmental toxicology through her book Silent Spring which documented the effects of uncontrolled pesticide use. Some key sources of environmental toxicity include pollutants, heavy metals, pesticides, and hazardous wastes. Proper management and regulations of hazardous wastes are needed to reduce environmental and health risks.
The document discusses hazardous waste, where it comes from, federal legislation regulating it, and career opportunities in the hazardous waste field. Hazardous waste comes from various industries like chemical production and metal finishing and creates over 350 million tons annually. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 started federal regulation of hazardous waste disposal. Career opportunities exist in government agencies, consulting firms, private companies that produce or dispose of waste, non-profits, and at the state and local levels. A technical background in fields like engineering is recommended for many hazardous waste jobs.
Environmental consulting involves working on client contracts in various areas related to environmental protection such as water pollution, air and land contamination, waste management, and environmental impact assessment. Typical work activities include collecting and analyzing data to produce reports examining issues like human health and pollution levels, conducting field surveys and monitoring, developing environmental management systems, and conducting audits and impact assessments. Environmental management work involves similar activities like conducting field work, developing management systems, and working with organizations to focus on environmental protection and sustainable business practices and policies.
Environment New Jersey is a statewide citizen-based environmental advocacy organization that works to protect New Jersey's air, water, and open spaces through independent research, advocacy, and lobbying. Their current campaign focuses on preserving open spaces, as Rutgers University predicts that within 30 years, New Jersey will reach "build-out" and lose 50 acres of open land per day to development. The document outlines the organization's mission, past successful campaigns around clean energy and global warming, and the employee's role canvassing communities to raise awareness and recruit new members for the open spaces campaign.
The document summarizes the internship that the author completed with the Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) where they worked on various grassroots projects and events to promote renewable energy and reduce coal use in Virginia. Some of the key projects involved protesting at the Dominion Power headquarters, displaying information at the University of Richmond steam plant, and organizing a solar oven event. The internship also included training and networking with other environmental groups in Virginia and participating in statewide campaigns through the Virginia Climate Action Network to transition Virginia to 100% clean energy and stop new coal plants. On campus, the author worked with Richmond Environmental Network for Economic Willpower on green dorm initiatives and raising climate change awareness.
Environmental toxicology is the study of harmful effects of pollutants on ecosystems and living organisms. Toxicologists study how toxic agents impact organisms and assess risks of agents in habitats. They conduct research in both labs and fields to detect and eliminate contaminants. Careers are available in industry, academia, government, and consulting.
This document discusses various types of environmental toxicology and pollution. It notes that chemicals can have global impacts through long-range atmospheric transport and persist in the environment far from where they were used. Examples of specific issues covered include acid rain from air pollution damaging ecosystems, stratospheric ozone depletion from CFCs requiring international agreements like the Montreal Protocol, and global warming from fossil fuel emissions trapping heat via the greenhouse effect. The document stresses that environmental changes can ultimately expose humans through multiple routes, so comprehensive risk assessments are needed.
Environmental toxicology is the study of harmful effects of chemicals, biological and physical agents on living organisms. Rachel Carson is considered the founder of environmental toxicology through her book Silent Spring which documented the effects of uncontrolled pesticide use. Some key sources of environmental toxicity include pollutants, heavy metals, pesticides, and hazardous wastes. Proper management and regulations of hazardous wastes are needed to reduce environmental and health risks.
Shalom Farms is a 12-acre farm in Powhatan, Virginia that grows over 30 crops annually and donates over 200,000 pounds of fresh produce each year. Their mission is to ensure access to healthy food and support for living healthy lives through various programs like their Mobile Market and Prescription Produce Plan. As an intern, the author's responsibilities included harvesting produce, working in the packing barn, doing farm maintenance tasks, and attending workshops on topics like integrated pest management, irrigation systems, and soil fertility. They discovered a passion for sustainable agriculture and hands-on learning through their internship.
The document summarizes an internship experience at an indoor vertical farming company called Aerloom Farms. It discusses the company's mission to supply local areas with sustainable produce. It also provides details about Aerloom Farms' business model including using aeroponics to grow crops indoors with minimal water and pesticide-free. The document outlines a typical intern work day, conducting competitor analyses, searching for suitable properties, and building prototypes for indoor farming systems.
The document summarizes the author's experience in the STEER program at the University of Pennsylvania's Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology (CEET). The 10-week program exposed students to careers in environmental health science through laboratory research, field trips, and seminars. For their research project, the author analyzed the relationship between fracking well sites and demographic data using GIS software. The results showed no significant differences in race, income, or education levels between those living near wells compared to those further away. The program provided hands-on experience in an environmental science lab and insight into real-world environmental issues.
This document provides information about pursuing a career in sustainability. It outlines various career paths such as sustainability consultant, green building professional, and corporate sustainability director. It also discusses relevant coursework, skills needed like CAD and LEED certification, graduate program opportunities, and local hands-on learning opportunities. The document indicates that while all three career paths are of interest, the author is currently leaning toward gaining experience as a sustainability consultant to further their technical education for a future career in green building or design.
presentation about a career in Environmental Policy -Dealing with the administrative aspects of environmental preservation and management; Formulating public policy and social institutions that influence the way we manage the environment and our natural resources
The document summarizes an internship with the Sustainable Communities Network in Lexington, Kentucky during the summer of 2007. The Network was a new grassroots organization formed a year and a half prior to promote more sustainable initiatives. During the summer of 2007, the intern assisted with projects like the Youth Green Corps and community garden installations, and helped organize events like a community garden tour. The internship provided valuable experience in community organizing and launching local efforts with limited resources.
The document discusses potential social and environmental impacts of large-scale residential tourism development projects in El Copecito, Panama. It notes that the projects could double the population if each new home is occupied by two people. Interviews found mixed views on whether impacts would be positive or negative, with concerns around increased cost of living, employment opportunities, and environmental damage. A developer dismissed community integration concerns, while a community representative felt powerless to influence the projects.
The document summarizes the responsibilities and activities of an intern working at Shenandoah National Park. The intern's responsibilities included monitoring peregrine falcons and other wildlife, removing nuisance bears and deer, tracking mountain lions, and educating the public. A highlight was assisting with the hacking of 13 peregrine falcons that were raised and released back into the wild.
1. The document examines the effects of edge orientation and internal fragmentation on disturbance patterns from Cyclone Larry in 2006 in six fragments of Mabi 5b forest in Queensland, Australia.
2. Field surveys using a disturbance scale were conducted at over 500 sites, and results showed high overall disturbance levels that correlated with edge orientation, with western edges most impacted.
3. Internal fragmentation, such as roads or streams, influenced patterns depending on orientation - narrow elements parallel to wind caused more impact than perpendicular elements like windbreaks.
4. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of internal fragmentation, but both edge orientation and internal fragmentation influence how far into fragments edge effects extend.
The document summarizes a volunteer trip to Gandoca, Costa Rica to help with sea turtle conservation efforts in May and June 2006. The volunteers worked at a hatchery, releasing hatchlings of leatherback, hawksbill, and green sea turtle species. After their work in Gandoca, the volunteers traveled around Costa Rica, visiting places like Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio to see more of the country and its flora and fauna.
RMT is a global environmental and engineering firm that provides various environmental services and technologies to industry clients. The internship involves both office duties like photocopying, filing documents, and scheduling meetings as well as offsite work including a 3-day field study sampling wells to detect solvents in groundwater and using software to assist with safety and hazard reporting. The intern describes it as a great experience for networking and building lasting relationships.
The Washington National Youth Garden is located within the U.S. National Arboretum and is run by a non-profit organization called Friends of the National Arboretum. The Youth Garden's mission is to inspire children and families through gardening and exploring relationships with food and nature. It offers several educational programs for youth throughout the year focused on gardening, cooking, and science. The garden itself is about 3/4 of an acre and includes areas like herb gardens, fruit trees, family plots, and a butterfly garden.
The document summarizes the internship experience of a naturalist at Mount Ascutney State Park in Vermont. As a naturalist, they led hour-long nature hikes up the mountain 3-5 times per week, educating hikers about the environment. They underwent training to learn how to identify species and give interpretive presentations. The hikes would cover the park's geology, history of logging and quarrying, plant and animal life, and importance of environmental education.
Maymont Park in Richmond, Virginia has a wildlife department that cares for over 700 animals of 150 species. The department has 5 full-time zoologists who care for the animals at the zoo, wildlife farm, and nature center by cleaning enclosures, feeding the animals, and conducting research projects. As an intern, duties included morning cleaning and feeding of animals, as well as afternoon counting, feeding, and enclosure maintenance. The zoologists work to provide the best care for each species while maintaining the park and its educational mission.
Major James and Sallie Dooley acquired 100 acres of land in 1886 to build their estate, which later became Maymont park. In 1925, the estate was donated to the city of Richmond. The Maymont Foundation now maintains the park with $3.6 million in annual donations. Mrs. Dooley had a passion for horticulture and established the Italian and Japanese gardens. The horticulture department now maintains over 200 plant species at Maymont, using environmentally friendly practices like limited pesticides and water conservation.
My Summer at Lost Valley Educational Center
Lost Valley is a nonprofit educational center dedicated to sustainability education. Their two-month certificate program teaches students about permaculture design, sustainable living techniques, and ecovillage development. Students learned practical skills like natural building, gardening, and renewable energy systems. They also studied concepts like earth care, people care, and community building. The program culminated in group projects designing improvements to further establish Lost Valley as a model ecovillage.
Impact Environmental is an environmental consulting and contracting firm located in Bohemia, NY that was founded in 1989. It employs 20-25 people, including environmental engineers, scientists, and sales representatives. The company specializes in inspection and remediation of contaminated soil, primarily in the New York City area. Services include environmental site assessments, geotechnical services, corrective action, and waste management. The internship involves assisting with subsurface soil investigations using a Geoprobe machine, conducting Phase I inspections, and assisting engineers with various projects.
The document discusses redesigning a floodplain management brochure for the City of Stamford, CT to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program - Community Rating System. It provides background on the Environmental Protection Board and flood risk in Stamford. The National Flood Insurance Program - Community Rating System is described, including how communities receive premium discounts based on flood protection measures. Stamford currently has a Class 7 rating, providing a 15% premium discount. The brochure requirements and revisions to lower production costs are also summarized.
Shalom Farms is a 12-acre farm in Powhatan, Virginia that grows over 30 crops annually and donates over 200,000 pounds of fresh produce each year. Their mission is to ensure access to healthy food and support for living healthy lives through various programs like their Mobile Market and Prescription Produce Plan. As an intern, the author's responsibilities included harvesting produce, working in the packing barn, doing farm maintenance tasks, and attending workshops on topics like integrated pest management, irrigation systems, and soil fertility. They discovered a passion for sustainable agriculture and hands-on learning through their internship.
The document summarizes an internship experience at an indoor vertical farming company called Aerloom Farms. It discusses the company's mission to supply local areas with sustainable produce. It also provides details about Aerloom Farms' business model including using aeroponics to grow crops indoors with minimal water and pesticide-free. The document outlines a typical intern work day, conducting competitor analyses, searching for suitable properties, and building prototypes for indoor farming systems.
The document summarizes the author's experience in the STEER program at the University of Pennsylvania's Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology (CEET). The 10-week program exposed students to careers in environmental health science through laboratory research, field trips, and seminars. For their research project, the author analyzed the relationship between fracking well sites and demographic data using GIS software. The results showed no significant differences in race, income, or education levels between those living near wells compared to those further away. The program provided hands-on experience in an environmental science lab and insight into real-world environmental issues.
This document provides information about pursuing a career in sustainability. It outlines various career paths such as sustainability consultant, green building professional, and corporate sustainability director. It also discusses relevant coursework, skills needed like CAD and LEED certification, graduate program opportunities, and local hands-on learning opportunities. The document indicates that while all three career paths are of interest, the author is currently leaning toward gaining experience as a sustainability consultant to further their technical education for a future career in green building or design.
presentation about a career in Environmental Policy -Dealing with the administrative aspects of environmental preservation and management; Formulating public policy and social institutions that influence the way we manage the environment and our natural resources
The document summarizes an internship with the Sustainable Communities Network in Lexington, Kentucky during the summer of 2007. The Network was a new grassroots organization formed a year and a half prior to promote more sustainable initiatives. During the summer of 2007, the intern assisted with projects like the Youth Green Corps and community garden installations, and helped organize events like a community garden tour. The internship provided valuable experience in community organizing and launching local efforts with limited resources.
The document discusses potential social and environmental impacts of large-scale residential tourism development projects in El Copecito, Panama. It notes that the projects could double the population if each new home is occupied by two people. Interviews found mixed views on whether impacts would be positive or negative, with concerns around increased cost of living, employment opportunities, and environmental damage. A developer dismissed community integration concerns, while a community representative felt powerless to influence the projects.
The document summarizes the responsibilities and activities of an intern working at Shenandoah National Park. The intern's responsibilities included monitoring peregrine falcons and other wildlife, removing nuisance bears and deer, tracking mountain lions, and educating the public. A highlight was assisting with the hacking of 13 peregrine falcons that were raised and released back into the wild.
1. The document examines the effects of edge orientation and internal fragmentation on disturbance patterns from Cyclone Larry in 2006 in six fragments of Mabi 5b forest in Queensland, Australia.
2. Field surveys using a disturbance scale were conducted at over 500 sites, and results showed high overall disturbance levels that correlated with edge orientation, with western edges most impacted.
3. Internal fragmentation, such as roads or streams, influenced patterns depending on orientation - narrow elements parallel to wind caused more impact than perpendicular elements like windbreaks.
4. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of internal fragmentation, but both edge orientation and internal fragmentation influence how far into fragments edge effects extend.
The document summarizes a volunteer trip to Gandoca, Costa Rica to help with sea turtle conservation efforts in May and June 2006. The volunteers worked at a hatchery, releasing hatchlings of leatherback, hawksbill, and green sea turtle species. After their work in Gandoca, the volunteers traveled around Costa Rica, visiting places like Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio to see more of the country and its flora and fauna.
RMT is a global environmental and engineering firm that provides various environmental services and technologies to industry clients. The internship involves both office duties like photocopying, filing documents, and scheduling meetings as well as offsite work including a 3-day field study sampling wells to detect solvents in groundwater and using software to assist with safety and hazard reporting. The intern describes it as a great experience for networking and building lasting relationships.
The Washington National Youth Garden is located within the U.S. National Arboretum and is run by a non-profit organization called Friends of the National Arboretum. The Youth Garden's mission is to inspire children and families through gardening and exploring relationships with food and nature. It offers several educational programs for youth throughout the year focused on gardening, cooking, and science. The garden itself is about 3/4 of an acre and includes areas like herb gardens, fruit trees, family plots, and a butterfly garden.
The document summarizes the internship experience of a naturalist at Mount Ascutney State Park in Vermont. As a naturalist, they led hour-long nature hikes up the mountain 3-5 times per week, educating hikers about the environment. They underwent training to learn how to identify species and give interpretive presentations. The hikes would cover the park's geology, history of logging and quarrying, plant and animal life, and importance of environmental education.
Maymont Park in Richmond, Virginia has a wildlife department that cares for over 700 animals of 150 species. The department has 5 full-time zoologists who care for the animals at the zoo, wildlife farm, and nature center by cleaning enclosures, feeding the animals, and conducting research projects. As an intern, duties included morning cleaning and feeding of animals, as well as afternoon counting, feeding, and enclosure maintenance. The zoologists work to provide the best care for each species while maintaining the park and its educational mission.
Major James and Sallie Dooley acquired 100 acres of land in 1886 to build their estate, which later became Maymont park. In 1925, the estate was donated to the city of Richmond. The Maymont Foundation now maintains the park with $3.6 million in annual donations. Mrs. Dooley had a passion for horticulture and established the Italian and Japanese gardens. The horticulture department now maintains over 200 plant species at Maymont, using environmentally friendly practices like limited pesticides and water conservation.
My Summer at Lost Valley Educational Center
Lost Valley is a nonprofit educational center dedicated to sustainability education. Their two-month certificate program teaches students about permaculture design, sustainable living techniques, and ecovillage development. Students learned practical skills like natural building, gardening, and renewable energy systems. They also studied concepts like earth care, people care, and community building. The program culminated in group projects designing improvements to further establish Lost Valley as a model ecovillage.
Impact Environmental is an environmental consulting and contracting firm located in Bohemia, NY that was founded in 1989. It employs 20-25 people, including environmental engineers, scientists, and sales representatives. The company specializes in inspection and remediation of contaminated soil, primarily in the New York City area. Services include environmental site assessments, geotechnical services, corrective action, and waste management. The internship involves assisting with subsurface soil investigations using a Geoprobe machine, conducting Phase I inspections, and assisting engineers with various projects.
The document discusses redesigning a floodplain management brochure for the City of Stamford, CT to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program - Community Rating System. It provides background on the Environmental Protection Board and flood risk in Stamford. The National Flood Insurance Program - Community Rating System is described, including how communities receive premium discounts based on flood protection measures. Stamford currently has a Class 7 rating, providing a 15% premium discount. The brochure requirements and revisions to lower production costs are also summarized.
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