environmental engineering

Explores major environmental engineering projects such as projects to supply water to impoverished areas, structures in the Netherlands that hold back the Atlantic Ocean, and the cleanup of contaminated areas. Profiles the engineers who made these projects a reality and traces the history of the discipline.

A comprehensive resource on environmental engineering that examines how engineers work to improve the quality of the land, air, and water; and provides detailed information on aerodynamics, eco-friendly architecture, energy-efficient electronics, automobile innovations, solar homes, transit systems, wastewater, and more.

"This book introduces beginning readers to environmental engineers through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

A guide to what it takes to be an environmental engineering technician.

Presents more than four thousand alphabetized, cross-referenced entries on the various aspects of environmental studies, covering key issues, organizations, and personalities, and representing approaches from science, the social sciences, and the humanities. Also includes line illustrations, statistics, maps, figures and tables, and a bibliography.

Describes scientists' efforts to counteract harm to the natural environment by using aggressive measures against problems caused by humans and that sometimes go against the natural world.

Environmental engineering is the branch of engineering that is concerned with protecting people from the effects of adverse environmental effects, such as pollution, as well as improving environmental quality. Discover more fascinating facts in Environmental Engineer, a STEM Careers book.

"Explore[s] the many ways people around the world are using their STEM knowledge to tackle the global energy crisis"--Provided by publisher.

"Environmental engineers use chemistry, biology, and other sciences to mitigate the impact of human activities on the environment. Those who work as environmental engineers are in high demand wherever pollution is a problem. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects for environmental engineers are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Provided by the publisher.

A comprehensive guide for finding a career that makes a positive impact on the environment, with tips on the interview process and writing a resume, and more.