CAREERS IN THE GEOSCIENCES G eoscientists follow paths of exploration and discovery in quest of solutions to some of society's most challenging problems. - Predicting the behavior of Earth systems and the universe. Finding adequate supplies of natural resources, such as ground water, petroleum, and metals. Conserving soils and maintaining agricultural productivity. Developing natural resources in ways that safeguard the environment. Maintaining quality of water supplies. Reducing human suffering and property loss from natural hazards, such as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, floods, landslides, hurricanes, and tsunamis. Determining geological controls on natural environments and habitats and predicting the impact of human activities on them. Defining the balance between society's demand for natural resources and the need to sustain healthy ecosystems. Understanding global climate patterns.
What is a GEOSCIENTIST? Geoscientists are stewards or caretakers of Earth's resources and environment. They work to understand natural processes on Earth and other planets. Investigating the Earth, its soils, oceans, and atmosphere; forecasting the weather; developing land-use plans; exploring other planets and the solar system; determining environmental impacts; and finding new sources of useful Earth materials are just a few of the ways geoscientists contribute to our understanding of Earth processes and history. Geoscientists provide essential information for solving problems and establishing governmental policies for resource management; environmental protection; and public health, safety, and welfare. | |
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