Mr. Paul Anderson holds a B.S. degree in Biology from the University of Minnesota, and an M.S. degree in Aquatic Ecology from Kent State University. He currently works as a Senior Scientist with the ecological services division of EnviroScience, Inc. Paul has over 35 years of professional experience including 18 years of experience as a field biologist with the Ohio EPA Division of Surface Water. He has coordinated and implemented numerous projects relating to the study of biological conditions, water and sediment quality, and habitat integrity of aquatic resources.
While at Ohio EPA, Paulassessed streams and inland lakes to determine the attainment of chemical and biological water quality criteria. He also developed plans to preserve and protect aquatic resources through the preparation of integrated water quality and Total Maximum Daily Load reports. Paul was a team member in the development of protocols to establish the Ohio EPA nearshore Lake Erie monitoring program currently being conducted by Ohio EPA. He was also active in water quality assessment, remedial projects, and habitat improvement projects for the Black River and the Ashtabula River Great Lakes Areas of Concern. Paul and his colleagues at Ohio EPA developed an aquatic life use classification system and evaluation protocols for Primary Headwater Habitat stream ecosystems. He also worked to develop a statewide protocol for the evaluation of stream mitigation requirements related to 401 Water Quality Certifications for stream and Lake Erie estuary impacts in Ohio for incorporation into the Ohio water quality standards.
Paul holds Level 3 Qualified Data Collector status for Water Chemistry and Fish Community Biology through the Ohio EPA Credible Data Program (CDP). He is also a Qualified Trainer for stream habitat and fish community assessment using Ohio EPA methodologies through the CDP.
Contact:
PAnderson@EnviroScienceInc.com
EnviroScience, Inc.
5070 Stow Rd.
Stow, Ohio 44224
(330) 688-0111