Environmental Science and Compliance
From marine life to coastal habitats, environmental specialists safeguard ecosystems as offshore wind expands
📝 Role
Environmental scientists and compliance officers ensure that offshore wind projects adhere to environmental regulations and sustainability goals. They conduct impact assessments, monitor environmental data, and work to minimize the ecological footprint of wind farms. This pathway focuses on studying natural systems, climate patterns, and environmental impacts, providing critical insights for offshore wind development.
🌟 Impact
These experts ensure offshore wind projects are developed responsibly, understanding weather patterns and minimizing ecological impacts. They also study environmental conditions to aide in pre and post develpment activitie such as design inputs, financial business cases, and operations & maintenance planning.
🎓 Education/training
Typically requires a degree in environmental science, marine biology, meteorology, or climate science. Advanced roles may need postgraduate qualifications or GIS/data analysis expertise.
🛠️ Main Skills
Environmental assessment, data analysis, modelling, climate science, research
👥 Example Roles
Environmental Scientist, Meteorologist, Climate Analyst, Marine Ecologist, Metocean Engineer