How do they match: Industrial Ecologists

  • Professor
  • Assistant Professor
  • Associate Professor
  • Ecological Professional
  • Life Cycle Manager

  • Apply principles and processes of natural ecosystems to develop models for efficient industrial systems. Use knowledge from the physical and social sciences to maximize effective use of natural resources in the production and use of goods and services. Examine societal issues and their relationship with both technical systems and the environment.

  • Identify sustainable alternatives to industrial or waste-management practices.
  • Investigate the impact of changed land management or land use practices on ecosystems.
  • Prepare plans to manage renewable resources.
  • Promote use of environmental management systems (EMS) to reduce waste or to improve environmentally sound use of natural resources.
  • Provide industrial managers with technical materials on environmental issues, regulatory guidelines, or compliance actions.

  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Develop plans to manage natural or renewable resources.
  • Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.