Phil Wiescher, PhD
Principal Environmental Scientist
Phil has 15 years of experience in the environmental, toxicology, and data analysis fields. His background includes a doctorate in biology, and his current work focuses on in-water and upland site characterization, contaminant source control and fate and transport evaluations, remedy feasibility and effectiveness evaluations, ecological and human health risk assessment, environmental permitting, statistical analysis,…
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At a very basic level, the environment and industry provide for the resources we ultimately rely on. These include economic goods, clean water and air, and habitat that supports the awesome Pacific Northwest ecology. As an environmental scientist, I get to work on how we best meet the economic and environmental goals that satisfy our needs. I work on sites all over the Pacific Northwest, all of which have unique challenges and opportunities. I enjoy working with varying industries or organizations, in different geographies, with all types of folks. This keeps it interesting, and I always get to learn new things.
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At a very basic level, the environment and industry provide for the resources we ultimately rely on. These include economic goods, clean water and air, and habitat that supports the awesome Pacific Northwest ecology. As an environmental scientist, I get to work on how we best meet the economic and environmental goals that satisfy our needs. I work on sites all over the Pacific Northwest, all of which have unique challenges and opportunities. I enjoy working with varying industries or organizations, in different geographies, with all types of folks. This keeps it interesting, and I always get to learn new things.
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Who is Phil Wiescher, PhD?
Phil has 15 years of experience in the environmental, toxicology, and data analysis fields. His background includes a doctorate in biology, and his current work focuses on in-water and upland site characterization, contaminant source control and fate and transport evaluations, remedy feasibility and effectiveness evaluations, ecological and human health risk assessment, environmental permitting, statistical analysis, environmental forensics, and litigation support. He routinely assists clients with developing protective and cost-effective environmental solutions at sites throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Biology, University of Utah
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, with Honors, University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts in History, with Honors, University of Oregon
Certifications
40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations Training
Oregon Boater Certification, recognized by the National Association of Boating Law Administrators, U.S. Coast Guard, and Oregon State Marine Board
Affiliations and Activities
Ecological Society of America
The Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry
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