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environmental engineering

The application of scientific and engineering theories and principles aimed at improving the environment and sustainability, such as the provision of clean habitation necessities (such as air, water, and land) for humans and other organisms, for environmental remediation in the event of pollution, sustainable energy development, and improved waste management and waste reduction methods.

Alternative Names

environmental engineering theoriesenvironmental scienceenvironmental remediationenvironmental protectionenvironmental sustainabilitysustainabilityprinciples in environmental engineeringenvironmental engineering principlestheories in environmental engineering

Essential for these occupations

environmental engineering is listed as an essential skill for 8 occupation(s).

Optional for these occupations

environmental engineering is a useful but optional skill for 15 occupation(s).

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Quick Facts

TypeKnowledge
ClassificationESCO
DigitalNo
GreenYes
Essential for8 occupations
Optional for15 occupations
Total occupations23
Alt names9

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