environmental science
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of environmental science
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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For biology, chemistry, or environmental science, he warned that finding a decent job often required studying all the way to a doctorate.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
The amount varies widely—goods with lots of plastic might have a petroleum content as high as 40%, according to Christie Sayes, professor of environmental science at Baylor University.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026
In 2012, Pitzer College in Claremont launched the Robert Redford Conservancy for Southern California Sustainability emulating the actor’s penchant for combining art, media and environmental science to educate students about policymaking.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2025
Dr Gomo had spent several years in water-related research after completing her doctorate in geography and environmental science at University of Dundee.
From BBC • Jul. 7, 2025
Celia’s busy with one of the open-to-the-public events for the environmental science institute, so I set out on my own to run four laps around the nature trail.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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