Fast facts: Environmental science
5 fast facts
Environmental science is an extremely diverse specialisation. Our experts in the field collect soil and water samples and conduct air and noise monitoring. They also develop robust environmental management plans and prepare impact assessments for projects that range in complexity.
Q What’s a scenario an environmental scientist is likely to encounter in the field?
You will come up against wild weather with large hailstones, flash storms, snow, flat tyres, and cars getting bogged down in mud.
Q Who’s a hero in environmental science?
Dr Sylvia Earle is a the 88-year-old living legend. The American marine biologist, oceanographer, explorer, author, and lecturer is hailed as a conversation hero just like Sir David Attenborough.
Q What’s an environmental science fun fact?
Adding just a pinch (0.5 percent of the dry feed) of the red algae Asparagopsis taxiformis to cow food can prevent about 65 percent of the methane production in their faeces.
You know you are an environmental scientist when…
Your hiking boots are the most expensive footwear in your wardrobe – they are essential professional items.
Q What’s an exciting new trend in environmental science?
There’s a growing movement with people starting to be more conscious of environmental impacts, and their own footprints.
Q What’s a favourite resource for environmental science news?
An app called, Science News which you can customise to receive filtered information that you are interested in.
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