The first annual meeting of the American Ecological Engineering Society was held in Athens, Georgia at the University of Georgia in 2001, and this year, UGA is hosting again for the 25th Annual Meeting of AEES!
The American Ecological Engineering Society (AEES) was first discussed in 1999 at a workshop on ecological engineering in Columbus, Ohio in May 1999. Fifteen U.S. universities were represented at that meeting. It was agreed at the workshop that ecological engineers throughout North America should pursue the idea of a U.S. society, particularly to begin the process of organizing academic programs and, ultimately, certification for this new field in North America.
This momentous event will be held in Athens, GA from May 27-31. The conference will include a workshop where you can become a Certified Ecological Designer, field trips across Athens, and over 100 presentations and posters from experts across the field.
The Society’s mission is to promote the development of sustainable ecosystems that integrate human society with its natural environment for the benefit of both by fostering education and outreach, extending professional development and associations, raising public awareness, and encouraging original research.
UGA’s Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems has taken charge of co-hosting this event with AEES to bridge the gap between engineering, environment and beyond. For more information on the conference, visit ecoeng.org.
Early bird registration has been extended to Friday, April 18. If you’d like to attend, be sure to register now!
Featured image: Group photo from the first AEES meeting in 2001.
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