environmental engineering
nounUK /ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ/
US /ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.t̬əl ˌen.dʒəˈnɪr.ɪŋ/
Environmental engineering is using science and math to keep our air, water, and land clean and safe.
Environmental engineering helps make sure the water from our taps is safe to drink.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The branch of engineering that designs systems to protect people from environmental hazards like dirty water or polluted air.
She studied environmental engineering so she could design better water treatment plants.
3. The work of building and managing systems that reduce pollution and manage waste.
The city hired an environmental engineering team to clean up the old landfill.
4. Using engineering ideas to solve problems like climate change and resource shortages.
Environmental engineering projects include solar farms and rainwater collection systems.