Emily Ireland

Ensure construction sites comply with the NC NPDES Construction Stormwater Permit through regular field inspections and erosion and sediment control oversight Verify proper installation and maintenance of BMPs in accordance with approved site plans, ensure all required documentation is maintained on-site, and identify potential sources of sediment discharge Collaborate with contractors and site teams to address compliance issues and protect water quality.

Compliance Field Consultant at Pathlight Pro (2025-01 – Present)

• Ensure construction sites comply with the NC NPDES Construction Stormwater Permit through regular field inspections and erosion and sediment control oversight
• Verify proper installation and maintenance of BMPs in accordance with approved site plans, ensure all required documentation is maintained on-site, and identify potential sources of sediment discharge
• Collaborate with contractors and site teams to address compliance issues and protect water quality.

Waste Reduction and Recycling Leader at Western Carolina University (2023-11 – 2025-12)

• Improved recycling diversion rates by 59%
• Collected & analyzed data on landfill diversion, universal waste, & municipal waste
• Managed universal waste sorting & pick-up processes to ensure compliance & efficiency

Sustainable Campus Initiative Chair at Western Carolina University (2025-05 – 2025-12)

• Led student-funded committee distributing sustainability grants to campus projects
• Reviewed & approved proposals for energy, recycling, green infrastructure & environmental education initiatives
• Facilitated workshops, coordinated with faculty/staff to advance campus-wide sustainability goals

Sustainable Campus Initiative Vice Chair at Western Carolina University (2024-11 – 2025-05)

• Co-led a student-run initiative that awarded over $300,000 in sustainability grants since 2014
• Assisted evaluation & funding sustainability project proposals from students, faculty & staff
• Expanded student engagement through outreach, volunteer opportunities & networking with campus entities

Brick Specialist at Lego Brand Retail (2021-06 – 2025-01)

Removal Technician at Gibson Mortuary Service (2024-05 – 2024-08)

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science – Western Carolina University (2025-12)