Kenneth Peters

• Implemented an EnvironMentors program at Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
• Developed the existing EnvironMentors curriculum to be tailored for ASL accessibility
• Coordinated with WPSD Administrators to introduce the program to the HS students
• Found local Deaf mentors to work with the HS students throughout the school year
• Filmed and developed the EnvironMentors videos for the student recruitment purposes

• Led strategic overhaul of 'Your Cause' volunteer portal, enhancing engagement for 1,600 associates
• Collaborated on Green Ambassador training program, strengthening sustainability framework
• Conducted on-site sustainability evaluations, delivering actionable recommendations
• Orchestrated meetings to address sustainability gaps with stakeholders
• Managed emissions accounting (Scope 1, 2, and 3) for the organization, adhering to industry standards
• Utilized Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Proficient in ESG standards: GRI, SASB, TCFD, CDP.

• Enhanced ecosystem health by implementing restoration projects and monitoring native plant communities.
• Led independent project experimenting with biochar in native flora, demonstrating sustainability commitment
• Orchestrated collaboration with volunteers, maximizing conservation impact.
• Contributed to the improvement of local biodiversity through invasive species removal and habitat enhancement.
• Assisted in the collection and analysis of ecological data for long-term monitoring and adaptive management.

• Conducted precise soil and water sample digestion, producing comprehensive results.
  Applied standard techniques for meticulous sample preparation, optimizing conditions
  for analyses.
• Advised companies based on sample results, fostering strategic and sustainable practices.
  Upheld EHS and QA standards, ensuring reliable, high-quality results.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
• Applied standard techniques for meticulous sample preparation, optimizing conditions
  for analyses.
• Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data.

• Conducted remote research by reviewing cancer literature
• Transitioned to in-lab work in January 2021, mastering various laboratory techniques: Cultivated and maintained cell cultures, ensuring optimal growth conditions, and proficiently performed cryopreservation techniques
• Executed co-immunoprecipitation and Western blot analysis to isolate and detect target proteins
• Isolated proteins from various cellular sources and accurately quantified protein concentrations using the BCA assay method
• Performed cell harvesting techniques, ensuring the availability of cellular material for experimentation.

• Analyzed boiler/freezer logs using advanced Excel, providing insights into energy usage trends
• Ensured a safe and sustainable water supply through quality assessments on campus fountains
• Led internal discussions on Gallaudet University's Clean Energy Transition Plan
• Engaged with Gallaudet Gardens, overseeing the cultivation of food crops.
• Studied with senior staff to develop deep understanding of team processes and full operational activities.
• Handled administrative and data entry work for staff.