russell king

* Researching and writing case studies on nature-based solutions to water management and other development challenges, drawing on literature and examples from across the globe * Supporting project communications, and helping finalize a peer-reviewed report to be published in August 2018 * Conducting stakeholder interviews, partner consultations, desktop research and program analysis to inform the influence strategy for the new studies * Developing outreach materials * Supporting online communications, including email marketing and social media * Coordinating with project partners including international environmental organizations, as well as local stakeholders based in Mexico, Brazil, and other countries

Lead youth work crews to complete conservation projects in the public lands throughout Alaska -Teach crew members tenants of environmental stewardship and foster personal and professional development

Directing 8th grade science classes through nature walks, fish seining, and beach combing to better understand the plant and marine life that comprise the Delaware Inland Bays with a focus on creating a Salt-Marsh Food Web -Redesigning community outreach presentation with a focus on creating brand image, including a direct call to action, and making scientific material accessible to the general public -Composed a press release celebrating the 15th anniversary of the James Farm Ecological Center

Provide education and outreach services to help in the implementation of the Philadelphia EnergyWorks Program. http://energyworksnow.com/ -Organize workshops leveraging community partnerships to help participants identify common sources of energy waste in the home and provide information about financial resources available to improve energy efficiency. -Support quality assurance of weatherization improvements for participants and document the energy saved

* Assisted in development of products and events to promote GRID magazine and market to new audiences * Compiled Master List of organizations in the greater Philadelphia area that utilize sustainability practices * Establish readership profile by examining key magazine distribution points and creating a survey to identify demographic and shopping habits of magazine users.

* Researched construction activity, zoning maps, and MS4/NPDES permits for municipalities and government facilities, to support staff completing onsite permit compliance inspections * Assisted staff by populating compliance report and photo log templates with relevant inspection site information * Worked to calculate volume, area, and other features of hydrology maps

Utilized public speaking and interpersonal skills to educate students through classroom presentations and personal consultations about the study abroad process -Found creative ways to get more of the student body involved in study abroad and organized monthly informal informational sessions to increase interest in particular study abroad initiatives

Supported the development of a Nutrient Reduction Support Tool Box including a review of policy initiatives, best management practices, and green infrastructure options -Worked on logistics for a 12 state water quality Gulf Coast conference and educated attendees about Mississippi's efforts to lower nitrogen and phosphorous levels

* For two summers worked on sustainable, low impact, and community based development projects in rural villages in El Salvador * Educated locals about dangers of water borne illness and helped to institute new sanitation practices * Gained first-hand experience with environmental & community issues faced by poor local villages

* Living and working in the rural community of Dillons Bay to: * Improve health education and awareness * Enhance Water and Sanitation capabilities and infrastructure