George Scott

Occupation:
Editor- environmental activist

George is a Civil Engineer (MSCE) with over 25 years of experience in the design, planning, and delivery of high-value projects for both the government and private sector. He combines his engineering and science background with considerable experience in manufacturing processes and facilities in his approach to environmental problems.

George has operated water, waste water, and industrial treatment systems and has conducted and directed environmental investigations and hazardous waste remediation per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Superfund requirements. This experience in the management of hazardous materials was performed under the regulatory framework as administered by the Department of Energy (DOE), EPA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).


 

Nationality: English
April 07, 2019
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Plastic Packaging on Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Increases Food Waste, Study Finds

While packaging is important and often carries out a critical role to protect food, we have proven t...

February 27, 2022
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International Polar Bear Day: How climate change affects their homes

February 27 marks International Polar Bear Day, raising awareness about the plight of a species that...

February 27, 2022
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Have compassion for wildlife, but leave rescue to experts when it comes to injured or lost animals

Hands-off is often the best policy for helping wildlife emergencies

February 27, 2022
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Three Reasons Why Tackling Deforestation Is a Business Priority in 2022 and How to Prepare

With new regulations, investor pressure, and disclosure requirements coming online, deforestation is...

February 26, 2022
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Fossil fuels are financing Russia's invasion, says XR Ukraine

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine tragically unfolds in front of our eyes, some Ukrainians are asking:...

February 26, 2022
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Water crisis ‘a ticking time bomb’, Environment Agency chief says

‘All of us are responsible for the state of our waters,’ Sir James Bevan says

February 22, 2022
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Fossil fuel giants seek billions from European countries under secretive treaty

"It is literally insane that the global fossil fuel phase-out is being actively sabotaged by antiqua...

February 22, 2022
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Forest fires increasingly affecting rivers and streams, for better and worse

Forest fires can have a significant effect on the amount of water flowing in nearby rivers and strea...

February 22, 2022
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Reintroducing large mammals could restore the world's ecosystems

Bringing back beavers, bears and bison around the world could significantly improve the state of the...

February 19, 2022

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