environmental science
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of environmental science
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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Two months later, he recruited Steve Hoyt, another Cal Poly grad with a doctorate in environmental science who has built a business on the Central Coast testing soil samples.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
They recommend a One Health approach, which brings together experts in human health, environmental science, and water management to tackle the issue from multiple angles.
From Science Daily • May 2, 2026
Flores went back to school to study environmental science, and emailed Charlie Yarish, a University of Connecticut biologist credited with pioneering seaweed farming in the US.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 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
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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