Monthly Archives: April 2015

Is It Safe? Environmental Questions About Pollution, Water & Energy

Environmental scientists use three fundamental tools to assess safety: risk assessment (predicting health impacts from contamination), environmental measurement (sampling and laboratory analysis), and comparison to regulatory standards. These methods help answer critical questions about pollution safety, water supply security, and energy sustainability. While general environmental quality continues improving in the United States, specific challenges remain…
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How Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Transform Sustainability Work

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) transform sustainability work by integrating environmental, economic, and social data into visual, actionable formats. GIS enables conservation planning, resource management, climate monitoring, and cross-border collaboration on critical environmental challenges. From documented projects like Puerto Rico's Conservation Trust to national initiatives in rapidly developing nations, GIS has emerged as critical infrastructure for…
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