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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It's not an 'energy' crisis — it's a fossil fuel crisis

The Cop26 was ideally timed for political opportunists and fossil fuel companies eager to make false...

January 11, 2022
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How otters are playing their part in fighting climate change

Otters are one of the most overlooked of animals, and the Cape clawless otter is one of the most wid...

January 10, 2022
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Group finds carbon emissions higher for food than transport

People and groups could reduce their carbon footprint from food by sourcing it locally.

January 10, 2022
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The past 7 years have been the hottest on record "by a clear margin," scientists say

Carbon dioxide and methane concentrations are continuing to increase year on year and without signs...

January 10, 2022
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Ghost Flights Are Polluting the Skies Thanks to Omicron

Airlines claim they're sending thousands of empty flights out in an attempt to maintain market share...

January 08, 2022
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Deforestation Creates a Ripple Effect for Local Wildlife

The long-term impacts of forest lost could lead to diminishing populations, poorer diets and other c...

January 08, 2022
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Brazil: deforestation jumps in world’s largest savanna as scientists raise alarm

Destruction of trees, grasses and other plants in the Cerrado is a major source of Brazil’s greenhou...

January 04, 2022
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How to recycle your Christmas tree in 2022

Christmas trees are just marvellous to look at – whether you’ve got a sparkly, lit-up artificial tre...

January 04, 2022
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Law change allows wild birds to be killed to protect game birds in England

Certain species such as carrion crows and jackdaws can be shot after government updates guidelines

January 04, 2022

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