Environmental Economists

Protect and maximize the value of natural resources like water, air, land, and renewable energy through careful economic analysis. Examine and calculate the repercussions, incentives, costs, and gains...

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SNAPSHOT
Conduct economic analysis related to environmental protection and use of the natural environment, such as water, air, land, and renewable energy resources. Evaluate and quantify benefits, costs, incentives, and impacts of alternative options using economic principles and statistical techniques.
Leadership
LOW
Critical decision making
LOW
Level of responsibilities
LOW
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
LOW
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
HIGH
Communication with others
MED
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
LOW
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Competition for this position
Critical decision making
Level of responsibilities
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Leadership
Dealing and handling conflicts
Physical demands
Exposure to job hazards
Comfort of the work setting
Communication with others

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