If you are thinking about a career in environmental management you have probably come across ISEP (formerly IEMA), and NEBOSH. Both are well-known, respected and internationally recognised but they aren’t quite the same. Choosing between them can feel a little overwhelming, so … [Read more...] about ISEP (formerly IEMA) vs NEBOSH – Which Environmental Qualification is right for you
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What is Environmental Management?
Environmental management is about taking responsibility for the impact we have on the natural world. For me, it means planning, monitoring, and improving how we use resources, manage waste, and reduce pollution. When we approach it with care, we build a culture of … [Read more...] about What is Environmental Management?
Top Tips for Managing Biodiversity for Environmental Practitioners
Introduction Biodiversity management is an environmental issue that generalist environmental practitioners must sometimes consider. Quite often we are used to dealing with wastes, emissions and compliance with permits etc so I thought it might be worthwhile sharing my thoughts … [Read more...] about Top Tips for Managing Biodiversity for Environmental Practitioners
Financial Means to Change Environmental Behaviours
Introduction One of the key ways in which environmental policies are implemented, in addition to law, is through financial mechanisms. Financial instruments are those that work on the principle of making some kind of action either more or less economically palatable to … [Read more...] about Financial Means to Change Environmental Behaviours
Environmental Risk Control Hierarchies
Introduction Much of the work of an environmental practitioner involves identifying and managing risk to the environment in one way or another. As I tell the students I train, when it comes to answering exam questions on control, it’s always helpful to use a framework. … [Read more...] about Environmental Risk Control Hierarchies