Description
The study of the relevant characteristics of a watershed aimed at the sustainable distribution of its resources and the process of creating and implementing plans, programs, and projects to sustain and enhance watershed functions that affect the plant, animal and human communities within a watershed boundary.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 1 occupations
- Optional in 6 occupations
- Total: 7 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)
Essential for
- HydrologistHydrologists research and study the quality, current challenges, and distribution of water on Earth. They study water supply from rivers, streams, and springs to determine their ad…
Optional for
- Environmental scientistAn Environmental Scientist studies the natural environment and works to protect it by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating human impacts on air, water, soil, and ecosystems. They…
- EcologistAn Ecologist studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment, examining how ecosystems function and how human activities affect biodiversity and natural ha…
- Environmental expertAn environmental expert is a highly knowledgeable professional specializing in various aspects of environmental science, policy, and management. This role involves addressing envir…
- Environmental engineerEnvironmental engineers integrate environmental and sustainable measures in developing projects of various natures. They seek to preserve natural resources and natural sites. They …
- Water engineerWater engineers research and develop methods for the provision of clean water, water treatment and flood damage prevention and reaction. They research water needs in a location and…
- Zoology technicianZoology technicians provide technical assistance in researching and testing animal species using laboratory equipment. They aid in research concerning animals as well as their envi…