Education

M.S. Botany (1982) - Ohio University
B.S. Biology (1980) - University of Alabama / Huntsville

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Professional Certifications

Professional Wetlands Scientist (PWS) Society of Wetland Scientists 
Wetland Delineation Methodology, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

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Areas of Expertise 

Wetlands Identification/ Delineation
Wetlands Mitigation Planning and Design 
Wetlands and Coastal Zone Regulations and Permitting 
Threatened and Endangered Species 
Environmental Analysis and Impact Assessment
Expert Testimony

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Summary of Experience

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During his 27 year employment at EcolSciences, Mr. Auffenorde has directed or participated in over 2,000 environmental projects for a wide range of clients including the development, legal, engineering and financial professions, as well as local, state and federal government agencies. His responsibilities have focused on wetland identification and delineation, wetland regulatory analysis and compliance, development impact analysis, and threatened/endangered species studies and compliance. Over the last 5 years, Mr. Auffenorde has been increasingly involved with the utility industry, working through complex environmental compliance issues associated with large construction projects and right-of-way maintenance. Mr. Auffenorde routinely represents the firm's clients before State and Federal regulatory agencies as well as at the County and municipal level.