The new face of green professionals; setting standards for a brighter future

August 9, 2010 – In an era when the environment is at the forefront of public concern, professional certification is becoming critical in separating the self-proclaimed environmental experts from the real ones.

In response the Environmental Careers Organization (ECO) Canada has created a new environmental designation that provides clarity, assurance and consistency throughout the environmental sector.
 

For over a decade, ECO Canada has awarded seven designations to formally recognize the unique skills and knowledge of environmental professionals in Canada but now in an effort to create a clear and strong identity, ECO Canada has merged these into the Environmental Professional (EP) designation.

The EP designation demonstrates an environmental professional’s commitment to accountability and career development, as well as their desire to remain on top of current practices. It is also a measure of competencies against verified national standards, which sets them apart from others in the industry.

In an effort to increase mobility for environmental workers this designation transcends provincial borders. Furthermore, a memorandum of understanding for mutual recognition of the designation has been signed by Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand in an effort to build global standards in environmental employment.