GZA GeoEnvironmental Professionals Earn New Wildlife Biology Certifications
SPRINGFIELD — GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc., a multi-disciplinary firm providing geotechnical, environmental, ecological, water, and construction management services, announced that two staff professionals have earned premier wildlife biology credentials that will bolster GZA’s ability to support clients with a wide range of ecological capabilities.
GZA Senior Biologist Robin Casioppo recently became a certified wildlife biologist (CWB), and Ecologist Susanna Sousa became an associate wildlife biologist (AWB), certifications overseen and awarded by the Wildlife Society. Both are based in GZA’s Springfield office and serve clients throughout New England and the nation.
The CWB and AWB certifications document that the credential holders have met the society’s standards for professional experience, ethical standards, and educational attainment. The society has qualified a total of 1,900 CWBs and 400 AWBs throughout the U.S.
“On behalf of all of their colleagues, I want to congratulate Robin and Susanna for all the work they have done to earn these prestigious credentials,” GZA Springfield District Office Manager Guy Dalton said. “They will help GZA provide specialized support to our clients by evaluating the impact of projects on wildlife populations, identifying rare and threatened species native to project sites, and supporting compliance with applicable laws and regulations, designing and implementing habitat protection and restoration projects, and much more.”
Casioppo, who earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental biology from Plymouth State University and a master’s degree in environmental studies with a concentration in conservation biology from Antioch New England University, is a professional wetland scientist. Sousa earned a bachelor’s degree in conservation in wildlife management from Delaware Valley University, a master’s degree in environmental studies with a concentration in conservation biology from Antioch New England University, and a certified ecologist professional certification from the Ecological Society of America.
