The field of Environmental Engineering is concerned with understanding the impacts of human actions on the natural environment and developing the scientific basis for solving, supporting, or managing environmental problems caused by human activities. The profession arose as a separate engineering discipline during the 20th century, in response to overwhelming public concern about water and air pollution and growing environmental degradation caused by society. They play a crucial role in water and air pollution control, recycling, waste disposal, and public health issues.

To help keep you updated on the environmental engineering industry, we have searched through hundreds of blogs to create what we believe to be the top 50 environmental engineering blogs. They are categorized by Student, Academic, Peer, Industry Insider, Business, and Law.

Student Blogs

Read these talented engineering students responses and thoughts about the problems facing our environment today.

1. Environmental Engineering at Suffolk The focus of this blog is to read and discuss current happenings in environmental engineering. The creative energy and fresh approach of students will play a major role in furthering environmental engineering.

2. Energy Engineering Blog Two energy engineering students working on their PhDs. Articles are written on energy conservation and developing creative energy conversion technologies to play a major role in solving energy problems.

3. Steel Bridge Team Now for the third year, MIT’s Steel Bridge Team looks to defend its position as a top team. Team co-captain Adam Talsma, a junior majoring in environmental engineering, is keeping the blog up while preparing for the regional competition of the 2009 National Student Steel Bridge Competition.

4. Leandro & Mar Blog Two Master of Engineering candidates in the Environmental and Water Quality Engineering track, Gianna Leandro and Laura Mar, are traveling through Chilean Patagonia. They are part of a group called the Dam Analyst Squad that is gathering information to organize an assessment of the proposed hydropower dams on the Rio Baker.

5. Stanford University Environmental Engineering news and events blog Get the latest news, programs, and special events going on at Stanford. Also keep up to date as well on current industry happenings all over the world.

Academic Engineering Blogs

These blogs focus on education and academic discussion of the environmental engineering world of the past, present, and future.

6. The Digital Environmentalist This is more of an academic site dedicated to professionals working in the environment and engineering. The author posts about work as a Civil Engineer, Urban Planner and Environmental Planner.

7. Green Bits Creates a chance for engineers to comment on industry global trends and possibilities. The objective of this blog is to educate peers making progress towards a sustainable built environment.

8. Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering Gives engineers and laymen a place to communicate and exchange knowledge by sharing ideas. The main goal of this blog is learning and education

9. Environmental Engineering Diary A blog devoted to the environmental engineering field. This is a place for both engineers and laymen talk about what environmental engineering is and will be in the future. You can also contribute by publishing your environmental related articles.

10. Dave’s landslide blog Read articles on landslide events occurring all over the world. Written by a professor at Durham University in England, various topics include the landslides themselves, latest research, conferences and meetings.

11. Conversations on Innovations A place to discuss with peers new innovations, systems Approaches, and Environmentally Benign Engineering Approaches. There are a number of posts and videos compiled from a number of experts.

12. Engineering Pathway A blog for all engineers. The main focus is not on environmental engineers but topics are heavily discussed in relation such as biological systems and agricultural engineering.

Industry Insider Blogs

Get the latest news, research, technology and developments from these blogs.

13. GROG: green tech blog The main focus of this blog is Green Technology. Get reviews of the newest developments in sustainable design and renewable energy, and certain technologies that will promote energy independence and a cleaner environment.

14. CR4 A blog for all engineers with a vast section for sustainable engineering. Discuss the latest news and events going on in the environmental engineering world.

15. The Art of Engineering Explore environmental issues and engineering design from an engineer’s point of view. The goal is to inspire engineers to build a cleaner world.

16. The Energy Zarr Blog Written by an engineer who is a researcher of energy related technologies and applications for semiconductors. Read his opinions and facts on energy related conservation issues.

17. Public Works Group Blog Get regularly posted information, articles, and observations related to the public works field. This blog offers a format in where you can browse information related to the public works field as well as meet with others in the public works/engineering professions.

18. Elemental People in the industry will find useful news items and reviews of upcoming publications and events. The author includes her opinions as well as conversing and debating with others who write on similar topics.

19. Ocean Engineering Blog This blog is about the ocean engineering profession. There are posts on a number of subjects such as sonar testing, global ice levels and a number of political issues.

20. Graystone environmental blog See Canada’s fresh generation of environmental consultants. This blog portrays the thoughts of Roxie Graystone as he starts up this solo venture. Roxie is an environmental engineer, environmental lawyer, and environmental policy advisor.

Peer Blogs

Hear about what other environmental engineers think about the environment today and discuss solutions to the problems faced ahead.

21. PARTHA DAS SHARMA’s Weblog on “Keeping World Environment Safer and Greener”Partha is an environmental engineering consultant for over fifteen years. Some of his topics include but are not limited to water and air pollution control, recycling, waste disposal, and public health issues.

22. Tehran Shake This blog is written by a couple who happen to both be engineers. One, a PhD student in geotechnical earthquake engineering, the other, a civil engineer with a masters in structural engineering. Participate in in depth conversations on the problems of pollution, earthquake hazards, and infrastructure of their home of Tehran, Iran.

23. Landslides under Microscope Learn about various features of landslides. This engineer discusses their origins and structures as well as justifications and negotiation techniques.

24. Transportation engineer This blog talks mostly about transportation engineering in the Philippines which include subjects like environmentally sustainable transport. Students, engineers, and researchers can profit from the extensive studies that are found on this blog.

25. Civil & Environmental Engineering Blog A fairly new blog by an environmental engineer. Read his important thoughts and ideas from over ten plus years in the consulting engineering world.

26. Carbon Limited A blog by two engineers that’s interest remains in low carbon energy and engineering. They have open and frank discussions on the subjects they have been facing over their many years in the field.

27. Piloting Sustainability Read the concerns of this engineer about the environment and pollution in third world countries. His focus is on sustainability and development.

28. R-Squared Energy Blog Converse about significant issues in modern society pertaining to energy and the environment. This engineer has a number of years experience in cellulosic ethanol, butanol production, oil refining, natural gas production, and gas-to-liquids.

29. Green Technology and Architecture Although not mainly about environmental engineering, it is commonly discussed in many posts. Green technology and engineering psychology are some of the issues considered.

30. The Learning Diary of an Israeli Water Engineer Hear about this engineers thoughts and opinions on several topics. Although some of his subjects are not engineering related, he does discuss water pollution and other issues that relate to his profession quite frequently.

31. The Farming Engineers This is the blog of a husband and wife team of environmental engineers. They are on the road to retirement and have taken up farming as their past time.

Business Blogs

You will gain knowledge and receive advice from these blogs by some major firms specializing in environmental engineering.

32. GCA International Blog Sponsored by GCA international, a leading executive search firm. Special attention is focused on appreciation for green building and sustainable design.

33. AEC & CleanTech Get advice from an independent management consultant in the environmental management industry for 16 years. Read about state of the art strategies and solutions in the sustainability, environmental, engineering design & construction, and clean tech sectors.

34. CMM Inc. – Engineering / LEED / Environmental Blog A blog brought to you by LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and CMM Inc. The main focus of these groups is to maintain existing buildings in place and encourages the refurbishing of buildings rather than using energy to take them apart.

35. Environmental Engineering Consulting This civil environmental engineer is currently working in the consulting Industry. His articles highlight his expertise in air quality, solid waste, and water resources.

36. IMX Green From IMX Green LLC. , one of the major companies providing green services and products. Read about their role in reducing strain on our planet and providing affordable, sustainable, green housing to families in need.

37. PAIH20: blog Brought to you by Practical Applications, Inc. (PAI) which is an environmental firm specializing in process water and wastewater treatment solutions. Their focus is on industrial waste water engineering.

38. GRISB Sustainable Building Blog Sponsored by the Geiger Research Institute of Sustainable Building. Dr.Geiger, PhD specializes in natural building and sustainable design and development. His posts are filled with training, research, education and consulting.

39. Triumvirate’s Environmental Engineering Blog Brought to you by Triumvirate Environmental, an engineering and consulting firm in Massachusetts. Topics vary from waste management to third party inspections.

Environmental Law Blogs

Environmental engineering law professionals offer knowledge in the fields of both environmental engineering and law to address complex environmental problems.

40. Environmental Engineering Blog A blog for environmental engineering consultants. Environmental law, due diligence, soil testing & remediation are just some of the issues discussed.

41. Environmental Law Prof Blog Edited by Susan L. Smith, a professor of environmental law for over 20 years. This blog is not about engineering but coincides with the practices of an environmental engineer.

42. Green Building Law Shari Shapiro is an attorney and LEED Accredited Professional. Her practice is limited to green building law, including sustainable project financing, regulatory drafting, land use approvals, contracts, and conflict resolution.

43. Environmental Legal Blog Get the latest policies on environmental law from Stephen Holzer, Esq.
Chair of the Environmental Litigation & Environmental Transactions Department. Air pollution, waste, and groundwater are just a few of the topics discussed.

44. Law and the Environment Commentary and Insights on the complicated and ever changing legal, policy, and scientific issues relating to law and the environment. A heavy focus is on risk management.

45. The Water Law Learn about the legal issues impacting water rights and the water industry. There are several items that are talked about regarding environmental engineering such as waste management and disposal.

46. Green Building Law Update Read new legal developments in the construction, engineering, and design industry. You can also download environmental law and court decisions.

47. Municipal, Planning & Environmental Law Group Blog Covers current issues and updates on environmental law, legislation, and policies. The authors of this blog are from the law firm Davis & Company, LLC.

48. Missouri Attorney General Environmental Law Written by the state of Missouri’s Attorney General. Learn about hazardous waste clean- up, wetland protection, and historical breakthroughs in environmental law.

49. Periconi, LLC Web Blog This firm will keep you up to date on legislative, regulatory and litigation developments in the areas of environmental law. Translations of legal developments are made into practical advice for clients and anyone reading the posts.

50. Environmental Law in Washington State Written by an environmental attorney licensed in the State of Washington who is also a geomorphologist with an interest in land and water. His articles talk about the relation to human use and development. His goal is to work towards realistic solutions to water and land-use problems.

Environmental Engineering has a proud history and an even brighter future. It is a career that can be challenging and personally satisfying. Environmental engineers are committed to high standards and environmental ethics. They try to be part of the answer while still recognizing that all people, including themselves, are part of the problem.