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PROJECTS

Baltimore Ecosystem Study (BES), University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Johns Hopkins University, and the US Geological Survey

Ecotipping Points Project

Suburbanization, Water Use, Nitrogen Cycling, and Eutrophication in the 21st Century: Interactions, Feedbacks, and Uncertainties in a Massachusetts Coastal Zone, Clark University

IFC Sustainability Business Innovation, International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Global Subsidies Initiative GSI, International Institute for Sustainable Development

America's Climate Choices Panel on Adapting to the Impacts of Climate Change, The National Academies: Division on Earth and Life Studies

Protecting the Water of the Arid West PWAW, Trees Water and People (TWP)

Valuing Nature in Texas, HARC & Texas A&M

Minnesota 2050 Pathways to a Sustainable Future, University of Minnesota

Environment Energy and Sustainability Science An Institute for 21st Century Teacher Leaders, Widener University

EVENTS

Transportation Planning Land Use and Air Quality Conference 2009 (July 28, 2009 - Denver, Colorado)

Action in Place: Promoting Community and Environmental Sustainability (October 6, 2005 - Goddard College Plainfield, Vermont)

Vancouver Valuation Summit 2007 (March 2, 2007 - Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada )

Workshop on Successful Experiments in Improving Ecosystems Outcomes (December 8, 2008 - Chicago, IL)

Engaged Sustainability Scholarship Accelerating Change (April 30, 2009 - Michigan State University Kellogg Center, East Lansing, USA)

2010 Transportation Research Board 89th Annual Meeting (January 10, 2010 - Washington, D.C.)

Water Environment Federation Sustainability 2008 (June 22, 2008 - National Harbor, Maryland)

The National Academies Summit on America’s Energy Future (March 13, 2008 - Washington, DC)

Climate Change and Biodiversity in the Americas (February 25, 2008 - Panama City, Panama)

14th annual A.D. Latornell Conservation Symposium (November 14, 2007 - Alliston, Ontario, Canada)

MEMBERS
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R. Warren Flint, Principal & Owner, Five E's Unlimited

Robert Hudson, Professor, University of Alberta

Cecilia Ferreyra, Senior Policy Advisor, Environmental Governance, Alberta Environment

Ethan Smith, Coordinator, Sustainable Water Resources Roundtable

Scott Veirs, President, Beam Reach marine science and sustainability school

David Bruderly, President, Bruderly Engineering Associates, Inc.

Molly Anderson, Henry A. Wallace Center

Richard Dudley, consultant - fisheries & natural resources

Karlheinz Knickel, IfLS - Institute for Rural Development Research at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt (Main)

Grant Austin, President, Institute of Green Professionals

PUBLICATIONS

Bringing sustainability science to water basin management (Jurgen Schmandt, 2006)

Sustainable Communities Capacity Center (University of Wisconsin-Extension Sustainability Team , 2008)

Dynamic Changes in Marine Ecosystems Fishing Food Webs and Future Options (Committee on Ecosystem Effects of Fishing: Phase II - Assessments of the Extent of Change and the Implications for Policy, National Research Council , 2006)

Socioeconomic Profile of Fishing Activities and Communities Associated with the Gulf of the Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries (Astrid Scholz & Charles Steinbeck , 2006)

Complexity of Coupled Human and Natural Systems (Jianguo Liu, Thomas Dietz, Stephen R. Carpenter, Marina Alberti, Carl Folke, Emilio Moran, Alice N. Pell, Peter Deadman, Timothy Kratz, Jane Lubchenco, Elinor Ostrom, Zhiyun Ouyang, William Provencher, Charles L. Redman, Stephen H. Schneider, and William W. Taylor , 2007)

Water Implications of Biofuels Production in the United States (Water Science and Technology Board, National Research Council , 2007)

PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: Science and Technology for Sustainable Well-Being (John P. Holdren , 2008)

PROGRAMS
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Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education AASHE

Sustainable Consumption and Production Branch of the United Nations Environment Programme

International Institute for Sustainable Development IISD

Society for Conservation Biology

Transportation and Development Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers

International Finance Corporation Sustainability

Trees Water and People TWP

Houston Advanced Research Center HARC

Program on Energy and Sustainable Development

Goodnight Family Sustainable Development Program (SD) at Appalachian State University (ASU)

SOLUTIONS

Arizona Water Institute

OPPORTUNITIES

OARDC Agroecosystems Science Postdoctoral Research Associates ( The Agroecosystems Management Program of the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center offers a unique opportunity for relatively self-directed research by highly qualified postdoctoral scholars. One Associateship is currently being offered in the natural/physical sciences and one in the social/behavioral sciences. The Postdoctoral Associates will be mentored by the multidisciplinary faculty participating in the Program in pursuing research and education opportunities of mutual interest and consistent with the Program goals. In general the Program addresses the environmental, economic and social challenges and opportunities facing farmers and rural communities (www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/amp). Associates will be expected to maintain a strong publication record, seek extramural funding, contribute to graduate education, and work effectively in interdisciplinary teams that include stakeholder partners. OARDC Agroecosystems Management Program Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Natural/Physical Sciences This position requires an individual who will initiate, develop, and manage research projects including keeping of all records on research activities and preparation of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals for continued funding. Research could include, but would not be limited to: field experiments on agroecosystem function and change, GIS analysis of agroecosystem spatial patterns and dynamics; and modeling or computer algorithms for agroecosystem monitoring and management. A Ph. D. is required in any of the natural/physical sciences with focus on ecosystems and the environment. The position also requires expertise in systems analysis and advanced quantitative skills including statistics, modeling, GIS and/or spatial analysis. Desirable training, skills and experience includes ecological research particularly focused on agriculture and the environment, broad training in the biophysical as well as socioeconomic disciplines, excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated publishing and proposal development interest and potential, demonstrated interest and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, demonstrated interest and ability in outreach education. OARDC Agroecosystems Management Program Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Social/Behavioral Sciences This position requires an individual who will initiate, develop, and manage research projects including keeping of all records on research activities and preparation of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals for continued funding. Research could include, but would not be limited to: research at the individual, family and community levels on agroecosystem function and change; GIS analysis of agroecosystem spatial patterns and dynamics of social variables at landscape scales; and advanced statistical modeling or GIS analysis of social dimensions of agroecosystem functioning. A Ph. D. is required in any of the social/behavioral sciences with focus on ecosystems and the environment. The position also requires expertise in analysis of complex systems and good quantitative skills including advanced statistics and/or GIS. Desirable training, skills and experience includes social and/or economic research particularly focused on agriculture and the environment, broad training in the biophysical as well as socioeconomic disciplines, excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated publishing and proposal development interest and potential, demonstrated interest and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, demonstrated interest and ability in outreach education. These positions offer competitive salaries and a full package of benefits including health insurance. Applicants should submit a cover letter, c.v., and the names, addresses, phone and email addresses for 3 references to: Casey W. Hoy Kellogg Endowed Chair in Agricultural Ecosystems Management Agroecosystems Management Program The Ohio State University Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center 1680 Madison Ave. Wooster, Ohio 44691The Ohio State University, Wooster, Ohio)

Call for Papers for 2010 Transportation Research Board 89th Annual Meeting (The spotlight theme for the 2010 Transportation Research Board (TRB) 89th AnnualMeeting, January 10-14, 2010, in Washington, D.C., is Investing in Our Transportation Future-Bold Ideas to Meet Big Challenges. The theme recognizes that a robust and efficient transportation system is necessary in order for the nation to successfully meet the economic, environmental, and security challenges that lie ahead. Spotlight sessions and workshops are expected to explore key issues and challenges such as achieving climate change and energy security targets by 2050; enhancing and preserving the nation's transportation infrastructure; and eliminating congestion as we know it. In addition to the general calls for papers produced by many of TRB's standing committees, authors are invited to submit papers related to the upcoming Annual Meeting's spotlight theme. This year, papers will be accepted only in PDF format. All papers must be submitted via TRB's Paper Submission website by Saturday, August 1, 2009.Washington, D.C)

MS Assistantship in Population Water Quality and Land Use Trends (A graduate research assistantship (M.S.), including tuition waiver and stipend, is available for Fall 2008 in the Department of Natural Resources Science at the University of Rhode Island to develop, quantify and analyze the relationships among water quality trends, land use change and demographic change in Rhode Island. In recent decades, parts of Rhode Island have experienced significant population growth and development, but density and other factors vary widely across the state, as does the rate of change. Water quality in some RI watersheds has declined significantly, as septic systems, lawns, impervious surfaces, pesticide and herbicide use, and groundwater withdrawals have increased. The student will pursue a graduate degree in the department of Natural Resources Science at the University of Rhode Island (http://nrs.uri.edu/). The graduate student will need the skills to organize and analyze large demographic and water and land use data sets. Applicants must have at least a 3.2 GPA and must have taken the GRE.To apply please submit the following: a letter stating your qualifications and research interests, resume or CV, college transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference by no later than 15 July 2008 (early application is encouraged!) to Dr. Fred Meyerson, Dept. Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI 02881 (401-874-4580; fmeyerson@uri.edu). See the following websites for further information about the research and training program of the Department (http://nrs.uri.edu/), the College of the Environment and Life Sciences (http://www.uri.edu/cels/ ), and the University of Rhode Island (http://www.uri.edu/ ).University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI)

Postdoctoral Research Associate ASU (The Central Arizona–Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER) project at Arizona State University’s Global Institute of Sustainability is seeking a PostdoctoralResearch Associate in Geography, Public Policy, Planning, Urban Studies, Environmental Studies, or related disciplines. The position involves work on a landscape fragmentation and urbanization project at five LTER sites (Central Arizona–Phoenix, Short Grass Steppe, Konza Prairie, Jornada Basin and Sevilleta), although the postdoctoral research associate will be based at Arizona State University. An earned Ph.D. within three years or less from the time of appointment is required along with experience with GIS, spatial analysis and research experience in either coupled humannatural systems, human and political ecology, urban growth, urban environmental policies, or land-use policies. Also desired is experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods as well as interdisciplinary research training and a record of research publication.Arizona State University)

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Urban Ecosystems (We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to collaborate on an NSF-funded interdisciplinary project examining fluxes of elements (C, N, and P) through households and how they are linked to socioeconomic factors along an urban–suburban gradient in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan region. This position will focus on biophysical aspects of the study, quantifying element fluxes through households by parameterizing a previously developed “household element flux calculator” for a sample of 400 households. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to do compilation and analysis of data from a household survey and public databases as well as overseeing data collection from remote-sensing and field surveys of residential landscapes. The postdoctoral research associate will work closely with social scientists whose emphasis will be on elucidating relationships between element fluxes and socioeconomic factors. The research team includes Larry Baker (baker127@umn.edu), Sarah Hobbie (shobbie@umn.edu), Jennifer King (jyking@umn.edu), Kristen Nelson (kcn@umn.edu) and Joe McFadden (mcfadden@umn.edu).Qualifications Required:• Ph.D. in atmospheric science, biogeochemistry, environmental engineering, physical geography, or a related field of environmental science• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with research teams • Strong interest in cross-disciplinary researchDesired: Experience in statistics, programming, and GIS Location: Water Resources Center, College of Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS), University Of Minnesota, St. Paul Campus, MN. Term of appointment: January 2008 start for 12 months with a possibility for renewalSalary: 100% appointment with benefits in the salary range of $35,000-$40,000Applications: To apply go to https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp and search for Requisition Number 151548Contact: Maria Juergens (juerg001@umn.edu) or 612-624-7452University Of Minnesota, St. Paul Campus, MN)

Graduate Opportunities in NSERC Strategic Project in Watershed-Scale Hydrology, Hydrogeology and Sustainability (Researchers based at University of British Columbia (Okanagan) in Kelowna, B.C. and at The University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Man., Canada are undertaking a collaborative research project examining water resources and sustainability at the watershed scale. The research watershed is part of the Okanagan Basin which is facing climate change, population growth, mountain pine beetle impacts on forestry and changing agricultural practices and economics. The project has four immediate openings for graduate students (Masters or Ph.D.). Successful candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team, which includes partners at Environment Canada, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada and the United States Forest Services. Financial support will be provided through a combination of an NSERC strategic research grant, and other research and teaching assistantships. Interested candidates should have a background appropriate to the project component such as hydrology, hydrogeology, envir! onmental chemistry, physical geography, eco-hydrology and sustainability economics. For consideration, please send the appropriate contact below by e-mail with: a letter of intent, including a statement of interests, a resume, and names and addresses of 3 references. Unofficial transcripts would also be appreciated. 1) Surface water and groundwater interactions (Dr. Craig Nichol, UBCO; E-mail: craig.nichol@ubc.ca). This project will focus on the application of geochemical and isotopic methods to understand interactions between surface water and groundwater in a community watershed. 2) Estimation of spatially varied groundwater recharge (Dr. Al Woodbury, University of Manitoba; E-mail: woodbur@cc.umanitoba.ca ). The project will use field data and land surface model to estimate spatially varied groundwater recharge. 3) Estimation of future water demand (Dr. John Janmaat, UBCO; E-mail: john.janmaat@ubc.ca ). This project will involve Environment Canada, and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to use both environmental data and economic modeling to estimate future water demand using a multiple crop land use model as well as climate change scenarios.4) Watershed hydrology and sustainability simulation (Dr. Adam Wei, UBCO; E-mail: adam.wei@ubc.ca ). This project will use a suitable watershed scale hydrology model to predict the impacts of watershed disturbance, climate change and population growth on surface water hydrology. University of British Columbia & University of Manitoba (Canada))

Graduate assistantship in Suburban Ecology (Suburban areas have been rapidly expanding around the world for decades, yet only recently has the scientific community come to recognize the value of protecting the often unique biodiversity resources of suburban nature preserves and the specific conservation issues presented by these ecosystems. Each year the Mianus River Gorge Preserve (Westchester, NY) offers one competitive 3-year assistantship ($7,000 / yr) to a graduate student in the field of ecology, wildlife, forestry, or the social sciences interested in conducting applied suburban ecological research. Successful candidates will have to 1) demonstrate how their research will contribute to the practical knowledge of conserving and managing suburban natural resources and 2) serve as a mentor to a high school wildlife technician on a multi-year project. Housing is provided.Bedford, NY)

IIASA Research Assistant in Risk and Vulnerability (The long-term aim of IIASA’s Program on Risk and Vulnerability (RAV) is to conduct conceptual and applied analyses that contribute to decreasing the risk and vulnerability of societies and ecosystems, and promoting their adaptation and resilience, to stresses imposed or aggravated by global change phenomena. The Program is seeking to recruit a Research Assistant to start as soon as possible, for a period of one year. The focus of the research will be on the sustainability and risks associated with renewable energy development in North Africa. Main Duties and Responsibilities Conducts conceptual and applied research Assists with literature searches, development of presentations, data collection and workshop planning Participates actively in internal/external meetings, including developing agendas and preparing written summaries Conducts interviews and other fieldwork in Europe and North Africa Qualifications and experience Training in economic geography, risk analysis and empirical research methods An advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) desirable Fluent English Proficiency in French advantageous Proven ability to work within an international team with colleagues from diverse backgrounds Solid organizational and priority setting skills Ability to carry out research independently with a minimum amount of supervisionLaxenburg, Austria)

UC Denver Project Coordinator for Sustainability Outreach (The Project Coordinator will use UC Denver's state-of-the-art water and energy footprinting tools to help Colorado communities and entities in developing sustainability baselines and evaluate costs and benefits of various sustainability actions for the future. This is a high impact position with potential to conduct outreach to 15 to 20 Colorado communities and entities each year through UC Denver's partnerships with the Colorado Municipal League, Wal-Mart, and the Colorado Governor's Energy Office. Qualified applicants will have good quantitative skills, knowledge of carbon accounting and energy analysis, the ability to oversee student interns, the ability to conduct outreach with Colorado communities and entities, and preferably skills in GIS, transportation planning and database development.Denver, Colorado, USA)

EPA STAR Research Grant: Uncertainty Analyses of Models in Integrated Environmental Assessments (The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as part of its Science to Achieve Results (STAR) program, is seeking applications proposing interdisciplinary research in the formal treatment of uncertainty when models are used to conduct integrated environmental assessments. Integrated assessments use findings, data, and methods across different disciplines to generate information about a particular issue. For example, to assess the impact of mercury on public health and the environment, EPA integrated results from air dispersion models, exposure models, health effects models, and economic models (EPA 2005). To facilitate integrated assessments, models are used either (1) as a single, overarching model that integrates all pertinent information; or, as in EPA's impact assessment for mercury, (2) as a suite of multiple models, with each model focusing on a specific aspect of the integrated assessment. In either case, NCER is interested in research that explores two types of uncertainties: (1) uncertainties within the models themselves, i.e. within their underlying data and hypotheses; and (2) uncertainties that arise during decision-making, as stakeholders discuss the weight of scientific evidence embodied within these models.)

EDUCATION & TRAINING

2009 Human Environment Regional Observatory Program (Worcester, Massachusetts, USA)