Areas of Interest
Environmental Institute of Houston
EIH,
UHCL
2700 Bay Area Blvd, # 540
Houston, Texas 77058
281-283-3950/Fax: 281-283-3044
eih@cl.uh.edu
www.eih.uh.edu
Lisa B. Gossett, J.D., Interim Director
Brenda G. Weiser, EE Prog. Mgr.
Purpose Statement: EIH is the environmental education, outreach, and research component of the University of Houston system. It serves as a contact point for the community to access expertise and resources of the university. Additionally, EIH partners with agencies, community and environmental groups, and business to conduct research and outreach projects in the Houston region. EIH focuses on four areas: pollution prevention, environmental policy, natural resource conservation, and environmental education. Activities include teacher workshops, facilitation and public outreach, conferences, and service learning.
Publications: EIH Annual Report.
Major Events: Summer Institute for Teachers, 2003.
Speakers Bureau: Task Force on Ozone Reduction.
Meeting Time: Advisory Board meets bi-annually.
Volunteer Opportunities: Provide student volunteers for events and service learning projects.