What Do Engineers Do?
Environmental Engineers make a difference in the world by…
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Want to save the planet? Create new ways to reduce pollution for a cleaner world.
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- Developing community, regional, or facility plans to serve the public and protect the environment.
- Creating new solutions and methods of recycling.
- Finding ways to clean our oceans and reduce pollutants in the air we breathe.
- Enforcing environmental regulations of large companies to ensure pollutants are within acceptable levels.
- Improving communities in underdeveloped countries.
Environmental engineers work in a variety of different fields, but share the common goal of protecting people and the environment. They want to make sure that the nature's eco-systems are not harmed as we continue developing the world. Whether keeping a watchful eye on air pollution emissions or the rate of ozone depletion, environmental engineers make a real difference in preserving and saving the planet.
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Did you know?
Modern environmental engineering began in London in the mid-19th century when Joseph Bazalgette designed the first major sewerage system that reduced the incidence of waterborne diseases such as cholera. The introduction of drinking water treatment and sewage treatment in industrialized countries reduced waterborne diseases from leading causes of death to rarities (Wikipedia, September 2009).
Salary:
The average starting Salary for an Environmental Engineer (2007):
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Interested in environmental engineering?
Visit ABET to search and view additional degree programs.
Experience Engineering
- Participate in the NEDC (National Engineering Design Challenge) and make a difference in the life of a person with disabilities. Registration opens in September.
- Participate in the TEAMS Competition and become part of the solution to develop clean water for people throughout the world.
- Do an environmental engineering classroom activity:
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Check out the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and ASFE/The Best People on Earth
Read about David Levine and the tremendous work does for Engineers Without Borders
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