Sample interview questions: Can you discuss any experience you have with conducting environmental input-output analyses?
Sample answer:
- Conducted an environmental input-output analysis to assess the economic and environmental impacts of a proposed new manufacturing facility. The analysis included the construction, operation, and decommissioning phases of the facility. It also considered the impacts of the facility on air quality, water quality, and land use. The analysis found that the facility would have a positive economic impact on the local economy, but it would also have some negative environmental impacts. The analysis was used to inform the decision-making process for the proposed facility.
- Developed an environmental input-output model for a region to track the flows of materials and energy through the economy and to assess the environmental impacts of economic activity. The model was used to provide information to policymakers and businesses on the environmental impacts of different economic activities and to identify opportunities for reducing these impacts.
- Used environmental input-output analysis to assess the economic and environmental impacts of a proposed policy change. The analysis was used to inform the decision-making process for the proposed policy change.
- Conducted a training workshop on environmental input-output analysis for a group of economists and environmental scientists. The workshop covered the basics of environmental input-o… Read full answer