DOE Scholar Alumna Lauren Posey on Tackling Climate Change in National Parks

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class="main-content usa-layout-docs usa-section node-type--article" id="main-content" role="main" tabindex="-1"> <div class="grid-container"> <div class="grid-row"> <div> <div id="block-addthistoolbar" class="block block-energy-social block-energy-social-addthis-toolbar"> <div class="energy-social-addthis-toolbar"><div class="addthis_inline_share_toolbox" data-title="DOE Scholar Alumna Lauren Posey on Tackling Climate Change in National Parks" data-url="https://www.energy.gov/femp/articles/doe-scholar-alumna-lauren-posey-tackling-climate-change-national-parks" data-description="One of the best ways to explore DOE Scholars is to hear from our past participants. Learn how Lauren Posey channeled a childhood passion for nature to earn a spot in DOE Scholars and a climate change problem-solving job at the National Park Service." data-media="https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2024-10/doe-scholar-lauren-posey_thumb_0.jpg"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class=""> <div data-drupal-messages-fallback class="hidden"></div> </div> <div class="grid-row grid-gap"> <div class="usa-layout-docs__main desktop:grid-col-fill"> <div id="block-main-breadcrumbs" class="block block-system block-system-breadcrumb-block"> <nav class="usa-breadcrumb" role="navigation" aria-labelledby="system-breadcrumb"> <h2 id="system-breadcrumb" class="usa-sr-only">Breadcrumb</h2> <ol class="usa-breadcrumb__list"> <li class="usa-breadcrumb__list-item"> <a href="/femp" class="usa-breadcrumb__link"><span>Federal Energy Management Program</span></a> </li> <li class="usa-breadcrumb__list-item"> <a href="/femp/articles/doe-scholar-alumna-lauren-posey-tackling-climate-change-national-parks" class="usa-breadcrumb__link"><span>DOE Scholar Alumna Lauren Posey on Tackling Climate Change in National Parks</span></a> </li> </ol> </nav> </div> <div id="block-pagetitle" class="block block-core block-page-title-block"> <section class="hero hero--blog hero--article"> <div class="hero__img"></div> <div class="grid-container"> </div> </section> </div> <div id="block-main-page-content" class="block block-system block-system-main-block"> <div class="page-title-outside-hero"> <span class="subtype-label">Blog</span> <h1>DOE Scholar Alumna Lauren Posey on Tackling Climate Change in National Parks</h1> </div> <article about="/femp/articles/doe-scholar-alumna-lauren-posey-tackling-climate-change-national-parks" typeof="schema:Article"> <div class="beneath-title"> <p class="summary">One of the best ways to explore DOE Scholars is to hear from our past participants. Learn how Lauren Posey channeled a childhood passion for nature to earn a spot in DOE Scholars and a climate change problem-solving job at the National Park Service.</p> <p class="primary-office"><a href="/femp">Federal Energy Management Program</a></p> <span class="display-date">October, 21 2024</span> <div class="read-time"> <img src="/themes/custom/energy_gov/img/icon-time.svg" alt=""> <span id="read-time"></span> <span aria-hidden="true"> min</span> <span class="visually-hidden"> minute read time</span> </div> </div> <span property="schema:name" content="DOE Scholar Alumna Lauren Posey on Tackling Climate Change in National Parks" class="hidden"></span> <div> <section class="layout blade-section--boxed" > <div class="grid-container"> <div class="blade-color blade-section--white" style=""> <div class="grid-row"> <div class="grid-col"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockmedia layout-breakout layout-float layout-right"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/full_article_width/public/2024-10/doe-scholar-lauren-posey.jpg?itok=gJHALlbs" alt="Person standing on rock with lake and rocky mountain in background." typeof="foaf:Image" /> <div class="grid-container caption"> <div class="grid-row"> <div class="grid-col-1 caption-icon-wrapper"> <i class="fa-regular fa-camera"></i> </div> <div class="grid-col-11"> <div class="caption-text"> <div class="field field--text_default field--field_caption_text_override field field--name-field-caption-text-override field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>As a DOE Scholar, Lauren Posey's work on water use reduction in National Cemetery Association lands and facilities inspired her post-graduation decision to pursue fire effects fieldwork and research at Rocky Mountain National Park.</p></div> </div> <div class="caption-attribution"> <div class="field field--string field--field_attribution_text_override field field--name-field-attribution-text-override field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">Photo from Lauren Posey</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockbasic"> <div></div> <div class="field field--text_default field--body field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Growing up, Lauren Posey played outside almost every day, exploring the forest behind her house. She even brought the outdoors inside, raising frogs and butterflies, collecting rocks and fossils, and "talking the ear off anyone who would listen about the crises of white nose syndrome in bats, or deforestation," said Posey. </p><p>That childhood curiosity in flora and fauna blossomed into an academic pursuit of environmental studies at the University of Pittsburgh. "I loved biology and geology," said Posey, "but I was also interested in policy and management, and environmental studies lies in that intersection between science and the humanities."</p><p>Wondering how to apply her knowledge after graduation, Posey said, "I wanted my work to have a purpose. I am very driven to problem solve and try to make the world a better place, and like many in my generation, I see climate change as the defining issue of our lifetimes. I want to be a part of making our day-to-day lives, industries, and processes more sustainable for the benefit of humanity and our precious ecosystems."</p><p>That desire to make positive change led her to an internship in the <a href="/femp/femp-doe-scholars-program" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="1823c753-c410-4820-9955-2c2efd9eb05c" data-entity-substitution="canonical" title="FEMP DOE Scholars Program" aria-label="FEMP DOE Scholars Program">U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Scholars Program</a>. This program introduces students or recent college graduates to entry- and mid-level research in support of DOE and other federal agencies' missions and operations. </p><p>The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) caught up with Posey recently to learn how her Scholars experience has impacted her early career work.</p></div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockbasic"> <div></div> <div class="field field--text_default field--body field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><h5><strong>How did you hear about the DOE Scholars Program? What inspired you to apply?</strong></h5><p>While searching for internship programs online, I found the DOE Scholars Program webpage and was immediately intrigued. I had been interested in working for the federal government, helping to effect policy and set standards, and I am particularly interested in energy policy and green energy development. Our energy sources, after all, are the primary drivers of climate change. The program seemed like a great way to learn more, develop professionally, and build connections at the federal level.</p><h5><strong>What skills did you develop during your internship?</strong></h5><p>I developed skills in interviewing, researching, problem analysis, writing, and designing. I learned more about irrigation technologies, water use reduction strategies, xeriscaping and native plantings, green energy development, the structure and funding mechanisms of the [U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs], and—particularly niche to my project—societal ideas and expectations that people have for cemeteries and the challenges those expectations pose for sustainability. I was working on water use reduction in National Cemetery Association lands and facilities, and I interviewed engineers, resource managers, and district agronomists who told me that everyone expects a national cemetery to look like Arlington [National Cemetery], regardless of the local climate and natural vegetation. It is unrealistic and resource-exhausting to irrigate a cemetery in the Southwest to the point where it looks like a green, lush lawn from the Northeast. Cemeteries that use xeriscaping and native plants have faced a lot of public backlash. This taught me about the great importance of sustainability education and communication to the public, and how this must be an ongoing effort as part of the government's strategy to reduce energy and water use.</p><h5><strong>Did you meet any other Scholars during your internship?</strong></h5><p>Yes. There were four other Scholars in the FEMP program, and I met with them and [DOE Scholars Program Manager] Ms. Terry Reid for weekly calls, where we shared updates and progress on our projects and learned from various people in FEMP. I met three of the Scholars in person when we took a trip to Colorado to tour the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, green energy projects at Fort Carson, and Colorado Springs Utilities. We had a great time together, and it was fun to get to know my fellow Scholars better.</p><h5><strong>How did your participation in DOE Scholars impact your decisions after graduation?</strong></h5><p>Participating in this program definitely contributed to my continued interest in working for the federal government. I plan to keep an eye out for future job opportunities with the DOE or the team I worked with at Veterans Affairs. This program also helped me realize that, long-term, I want to focus on sustainability and resource use reduction for my career.</p><h5><strong>How did you end up at the National Park Service?</strong></h5><p>It was my goal to work in a national park the summer after graduating college, so I applied to a bunch of seasonal positions in and around my favorite parks. I wanted to work outside, see new places, and have an exciting summer adventure, while continuing to build connections and experience at the federal level. I have a great love for the park system and outdoor recreation, so it's a good fit. </p><h5><strong>What are you enjoying in your current role at the National Park Service?</strong></h5><p>I currently work as a biological science technician in the fire effects crew at Rocky Mountain National Park. I have enjoyed working among beautiful scenery, building my fieldwork and research skills, learning how to identify local plants and trees, and challenging myself by becoming certified as a Type 2 Wildland Firefighter. My role has enough variety—between field days, data management days in the office, and firefighting duties—so that I am never bored! Everyone here is very kind and passionate about what they do. I only have about a month left in this position as of now, but I will miss working here, and this seasonal position has piqued my interest in doing another season or two—or a permanent position—with the NPS in the future. </p><h5><strong>If someone is uncertain about whether they should apply to the Scholars Program, what would you tell them to encourage them to apply?</strong></h5><p>Just go for it! It never hurts to apply and put yourself out there for something. This program is only 10 weeks, but you learn and do so much during that time. 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