M. Henson Receives Professional Certification

Washington, D.C., August 10, 2005 – Mickey Henson, Ph.D., PWS, RF, Vice President of Appalachian Environmental Services has been certified as a Senior Certified Ecologist (CSE) by the Ecological Society of America (ESA).

Recognizing this new direction for professional ecologists, the Ecological Society of America provides the certification program for its members, as well as nonmembers and the public who desire a statement of their professional qualifications. The professional certification program, begun in 1981, recognizes ecologists who seek to incorporate ecological principles in decision-making, who meet a minimum set of standards in education and experience, and who adhere to high ethical standards. It is clear that a formal identification of minimum standards for ecologists is needed and that society needs, welcomes, and now recognizes the ESA Certification Program as a means of identifying well-trained and reliable professionals who meet criteria of competence. Other scientific environmental organizations have furthered their certification programs in response to the requirement for professional certification credentials. The demand for professional certification is apparent. Ecologists need to meet that demand in order to ensure that ecological science is considered in environmental policy and decision making be it on the local, regional, national, or international level. Formal certification is an important criteria to be met by ecologists, whether they are employed in the private or public sector or in academia. Clearly ecological certification will define the standards, formally identify the profession, and increase the respectability of ecologists in environmental affairs.

R. Henson Presents to Professional Engineers of NC

Asheville, NC, August 8, 2005 – Rebecca Henson, CEM, President of Appalachian Environmental Services presents to the newly formed female branch of the Professional Engineers of North Carolina (PENC) - Western Carolina Chapter.  Mrs. Henson presented on starting up a professional female owned company in North Carolina.

AES Hires J. Walker

Sylva, NC, August 8, 2005 – James Walker, CM, was hired as a Construction Manager for Appalachian Environmental Services.  Mr. Walker has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Western Carolina University (WCU).  He has over 2 years experience in the construction field.  Mr. Walker is the liaison between the design and construction staff and is a site manager during restoration projects.

M. Henson Receives Doctorate

Houston, TX, May 14, 2005 – Mickey Henson, M.S., PWS, RF, Vice President of Appalachian Environmental Services was awarded his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil and Environmental Engineering.

AES Opens New Office

Lake Glenville, NC, January 10, 2005 – Appalachian Environmental Services opens a new office on Lake Glenville, NC to service the Cashiers, Glenville, Highlands, Sapphire and Toxaway areas of Western North Carolina.

R. Henson Receives Professional Certification

Alexandria, MN, September 16, 2004 – Rebecca Henson, President of Appalachian Environmental Services has been certified as a Certified Environmental Manager (CEM) by the Environmental Assessment Association.  Mrs. Henson met the criteria and passed the written examination required for certification.

M. Henson Joins Ecological Engineers

Athens, GA, September 14, 2004 – Mickey Henson, M.S., PWS, RF, Vice President of Appalachian Environmental Services joined the American Ecological Engineering Society (AEES).

A new society called the "American Ecological Engineering Society" was first discussed in 1999 at a workshop on ecological engineering in Columbus, Ohio in May 1999.  Fifteen US 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.

Deal Receives Professional Certification

Annapolis, MD, August 16, 2004 – Joseph Deal, E.I., Project Manager with Appalachian Environmental Services has been certified as an Intern Environmental Engineer (IEE) by the American Academy of Environmental Engineers.

The Academy ensures that appropriate examinations for the environmental engineering discipline are available for licensing of engineers through its assistance to the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying.

AES Presents to ASCE

Asheville, NC, April 15, 2004, Rebecca Henson and Mickey Henson, M.S., PWS, RF presented to the Western Branch of the North Carolina Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers.  AES conducts environmental design, permitting and construction project.  AES specializes in turn-key water resource projects for streams, rivers, lakes, and wetlands, as well as, the design, installation and maintenance of erosion control and storm water measures.  To review services offered by AES, please visit the projects web page.