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Explore environmental consulting as a career path through this comprehensive 41-minute interview with professional environmental consultant Krystal Chin. Discover what a typical day and week looks like in environmental consulting, understand the contexts where consultants work including mining, oil and gas, and hydroelectric dam projects, and learn why environmental consulting plays a crucial role in protecting communities and ecosystems. Gain insights into the educational requirements including necessary degrees and certifications, explore alternative pathways for those without traditional geo or environmental backgrounds, and get realistic salary expectations for the field. Learn about the tools and technology used in modern environmental consulting, understand how climate change has impacted the profession, and discover both the most rewarding and challenging aspects of the job. The interview covers surprising elements of the work, including how consultants sometimes help communities by preventing harmful projects, and includes answers to viewer questions about the craziest work sites, scariest job experiences, and career advice for aspiring environmental consultants.
