September 2026 | Volume 42, Number 9
In this issue:
AAEES Patrons
Patrons of the Academy are organizations that are distinguished by providing financial support to the Academy's programs in addition to their engagement in specialty certification of their Engineers and Scientists. They are dedicated to a collaborative effort with the Academy in pursuit of Excellence in Environmental Engineering and Science. For more information, go to https://www.aaees.org/patronsprogram.
A Message from Our New Executive Director
I am pleased and excited to have joined the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists as your new Executive Director. I have spent most of my career in the engineering profession, and I have always believed strongly in the value of professional organizations, not simply for the credentials or recognition they provide, but for the connections they create and the opportunity they give us to strengthen our profession.
AAEES has a tremendous foundation to build upon. Our Board Certified Environmental Engineers and Scientists represent an extraordinary amount of knowledge and experience, and one of my priorities is finding new ways to put that expertise to work for our members, our profession, and the public.
We already have a number of initiatives underway. We are looking at ways to strengthen and expand our certification programs, including new credentialing and microcredential opportunities. We are working to increase engagement with students and young professionals and to create a clearer pathway from student membership to professional involvement and, ultimately, Board Certification. We are also expanding our educational programs, webinars, mentoring opportunities, technical committee participation, partnerships with other professional organizations, and outreach to employers.
Just as important, we are taking a fresh look at how AAEES communicates who we are and the value we bring. I would like to see Board Certification increasingly recognized by employers, clients, public agencies, and the environmental engineering and science community as an important mark of professional achievement.
There is a lot more ahead, and I don't expect all of the best ideas to come from the Board, our committees, or the staff. Some of them should come from you.
If you have an idea for something AAEES should be doing, a program we should consider, or simply see an opportunity for us to better serve our members and the profession, please reach out to me. I want to hear from you.
I am fortunate to be working with a dedicated AAEES staff, and all of us are here to serve our members. If I or any member of our staff can assist you, please don't hesitate to contact us.
I am excited about where AAEES is headed, and I look forward to working with all of you as we build the next chapter of the Academy together.
Chris Stone, PE, F.NSPE, F.ASCE, LEED AP
Executive Director
American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists
e. [email protected]
Join AAEES for an engaging evening focused on Emerging Contaminants: From PFAS to What’s Next!
Connect with environmental professionals while exploring the evolving challenges affecting water quality, environmental protection, and public health. The evening will include dinner, networking, expert presentations, a panel discussion, and audience Q&A.
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 5 PM
Where: Carollo Engineers, Costa Mesa, California
Put your organization in front of environmental engineering and science professionals at the 2026 AAEES West Coast Event!
Sponsorship opportunities are now available for "Emerging Contaminants: From PFAS to What’s Next" taking place October 22 in Costa Mesa, California.
Choose from three sponsorship levels:
- Supporting Sponsor — $200
- Event Sponsor — $500
- Premier Sponsor — $800
Benefits may include company logo placement, promotional recognition, complimentary event registrations, a dedicated social media spotlight, recognition in AAEES Highpoints, and premium visibility throughout the event.
Your support helps AAEES advance professional education, networking, and collaboration across the environmental engineering and science community.
Explore the event and sponsorship opportunities:
Join the Conversation
AAEES wants to hear from you. When you see one of our posts on LinkedIn or other social media, take a moment to comment, share your perspective, or pass it along to a colleague. Your participation helps us expand the conversation about environmental engineering and science and introduces more people to the work of the Academy.
We would especially like to hear from students and young professionals. Tell us what you are working on, what environmental issues interest you, or what you are learning in the classroom or in the field. Post about your experience, tag AAEES, and let us help share your story with the broader environmental engineering and science community.
Join us on the official AAEES LinkedIn page!
Presenting the 2026 AAEES Kappe Lecturer, Dr. Joel Ducoste
Dr. Ducoste, Distinguished University Professor and Associate Dean at North Carolina State University, is an internationally recognized environmental engineering expert specializing in water and wastewater treatment, sustainability, renewable energy, and pathogen control.
The 2026 Kappe Lecture Series gives students the opportunity to learn from Dr. Ducoste through engaging lectures and informal discussions focused on environmental engineering, career insights, and real-world challenges.
Available: Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
Reservation Deadline: December 1, 2026
Hosting fee: $1,250
Schools can choose from two presentations, including “A LagEulerian Journey Through Time and Space” and “Hunting the FOG Whales.”
Learn more and reserve your campus:
https://www.aaees.org/kappelecturer.
Have You Renewed Your Board Certification?
It is not too late to maintain your professional standing. To streamline the process, you may remit payment for your specialty certification renewal without the need to log in to your account.
To complete your renewal, please follow these steps:
- Locate your renewal notification email.
- Select the link labeled "Click here to view this invoice" to be directed to your personalized payment portal.
- Click the "Pay Invoice" button located at the bottom of the document.
- Enter your payment details to finalize the transaction.
Once submitted, please email Susannah at SWalz at AAEES dot org to confirm your membership is updated.
Advance Your Career and Expertise with AAEES Microcredentials
In a world driven by innovation, professionals need more than experience; they need proof of expertise. The AAEES Microcredentials offer targeted, flexible learning opportunities designed to elevate your skills and showcase your mastery in high-demand areas like Artificial Intelligence and PFAS.
Click here for details.
Environmental Science Officer
U.S. Army - Dearborn, MI
Geothermal Senior Planner (Environmental Planner 4)
WA State Department of Ecology - Olympia, WA
Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation
The Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation's primary purpose is to recognize and promote excellence in Environmental Engineering and Science. As a result, the public will become more aware of the important role Environmental Engineers and Scientists play in managing global, national and regional environmental challenges. To accomplish its goals, the Foundation dedicates its resources to education, research and awards focused on outstanding Environmental Engineering and Science achievement.
The Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. As such, all contributions donated through this site are eligible to receive a tax-deduction. The Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation supports several educational, awards, and outreach programs and supports a variety of activities and initiatives of the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists.
Descriptions of the various funds and their charitable objectives can be found at https://www.eesfoundation.org/donate/.
Monthly Features
Have you added your Board Certification credentials to your LinkedIn name?
Show off your accomplishments to your LinkedIn network…it takes under a minute to add your credentials.
Not sure how to add your credentials? See below.
Need PDHs?
You now have the opportunity to earn PDHs from recorded webinars! If you miss an AAEES webinar, you can watch it at your convenience and then take a quiz to earn PDHs.
- Go to our webinar library and watch a webinar of your choice.
- Once you have watched it, go to the coordinating quiz link to purchase and complete a brief quiz.
- Once you pass the quiz, we will send you your PDH certificate.
It's that simple!
Go to our webinar library to browse our recorded webinars: https://www.aaees.org/aaeeswebinarslibrary.
Interactive Who's Who
The Academy's website has an improved and expanded feature for members: the Interactive Who's Who. Look for the link just below the welcome message after you log in. With this tool you can search for members by name, specialization, organization, and location.
You can use this feature to find Board-Certified individuals within a specialty for possible engagement on projects. You can find out who else in your organization is a member and see their biographical information. You can get contact information for colleagues in the Academy. Universities can find local Board-Certified members to engage them with their program as mentors or external advisory board members. The feature is intuitive to use by selecting one or more text fields to search for. Once you find a member you can then click on them for more detailed profile including contact information. And, if you search for yourself, you will be able to edit your profile including adding a headshot photo for your colleagues to know you by. Enjoy this new feature that will help our members connect with each other.
Update Your Profile
Change of address, email or any information? You will need to log in to your profile in our organization at https://www.aaees.org/login#/login.
If you are having trouble accessing your account, email Yolanda at YMoulden at aaees.org for assistance.
Not Getting Email Announcements from AAEES
Please be sure to whitelist or add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure you receive important updates and announcements to your inbox.
It's Simple - Refer a Colleague to Apply for Board Certification
Student Lounge
We always love to hear what our student members have been up to! Send us your recent articles, news, studies, project photos, etc. We would be happy to share with the rest of the environmental engineering and science community via social media. Send an email to Marisa Waterman at MWaterman at aaees.org.
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