Engineering field · Construction & environment
Environmental & water engineering
Typical tasks
- Planning of water and wastewater plants
- Hydraulic calculations
- Approval planning and environmental reports
- Optimising the operation of existing plants
Focus areas
Focus: Urban water management
Focus: Hydraulic engineering
Focus: Waste management and circular economy
Standards and regulations
What engineers in Environmental & water engineering should know depending on the task. Enter the ones important for your project as requirements; the matching checks each one.
- Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG) and TA Luft
- Federal Water Act (WHG) and AwSV
- Circular Economy Act (KrWG)
- EIA Act (UVPG)
Frequently asked questions
Do environmental engineers also help with permit procedures?
Yes, preparing permit applications under the BImSchG or WHG is one of the typical tasks, including coordinating expert reports and liaising with authorities. Reports requiring notification (e.g. under § 29b BImSchG) need a notified body.
How do I find freelance engineers for Environmental & water engineering?
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