How do they match: Industrial Ecologists

  • 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.

  • Apply new or existing research about natural ecosystems to understand economic and industrial systems in the context of the environment.
  • Conduct applied research on the effects of industrial processes on the protection, restoration, inventory, monitoring, or reintroduction of species to the natural environment.
  • Conduct environmental sustainability assessments, using material flow analysis (MFA) or substance flow analysis (SFA) techniques.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of industrial ecology programs, using statistical analysis and applications.
  • Examine societal issues and their relationship with both technical systems and the environment.
  • Prepare technical and research reports, such as environmental impact reports, and communicate the results to individuals in industry, government, or the general public.
  • Provide industrial managers with technical materials on environmental issues, regulatory guidelines, or compliance actions.

  • Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.
  • Develop technical or scientific databases.
  • Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.