Pedro González

Biologist with an M.S. in Coastal Zone Management. Over 40 years of experience performing surveys, assessment, planning, management,  conservation and education. His career spans Federal and State government agencies, architecture and development firms, independent consulting, and academia. 

At NOAA Miami Fishery Service, he collected and managed data for coastal, marine, and fisheries surveys, maintained databases, and created digital maps. At the Puerto Rico Coastal Zone Management Program (CZMP), he evaluated environmental impact statements and development applications in the coastal zone, prepared management plans for protected areas, reviewed environmental regulations, and advised on marine and coastal ecology issues. In the Marine Research Division, he conducted surveys and assessments on coastal and marine protected areas.

Transitioning to the private sector, Pedro worked with an architectural and engineering firm, a real estate developer, and later became an independent environmental consultant. His consulting work focused primarily on the construction industry, preparing Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) and Assessments (EAs), tree inventories, terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna studies, permit support, conservation development evaluations, pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), site monitoring, Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), RCRA Facility Investigations, soil abatement and disposal plans, as well as occupational health and safety plans and training.

Through his work with MARE Society (Marine Awareness, Research & Education), he has educated and advised conservation groups and local authorities. Conducted coastal and marine risk assessments, protection, management, restoration, conservation. Prepared a Climate Change Adaptation Plan for a coastal municipality. He also launched the Groundwater Inundation Monitoring & Awareness Team.

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Currently, Pedro works with California Forestry and Vegetation Management, Inc. as a Utility Arborist Quality Control Inspector, overseeing vegetation management activities. He will soon transition to oversight and quality control of environmental monitors for vegetation management contractors working for Southern California Edison.

HISTORY



I began my career as an environmental consultant in Puerto Rico in 1997. In 2008 revenue declined significantly due to the housing bubble collapse. As economic challenges and political instability intensified, opportunities in my field became increasingly limited. I diversified and formed a non-profit organization and joined a federal conservation cooperative where I worked on climate change mitigation  and adaptation. Until the Trump administration cancelled the cooperative and all climate change grants. In 2020 I started working as a utility arborist. In 2021 recognizing the need for broader professional growth and stable platform for my career I relocate to California. I knew about California strong commitment to environmental protection and rigorous and comprehensive review process of development projects.

Personal Values 

  • Sustainability – I believe every project should respect the balance between human needs and the natural world. Long-term solutions matter more than quick fixes.
  • Integrity – I approach my work with honesty and transparency, ensuring that clients, communities, and the environment are treated with respect.
  • Resilience – My own journey taught me the importance of adapting to challenges. I bring that same determination to helping projects succeed, even in complex regulatory or environmental landscapes.
  • Community Focus – Environmental work isn’t just about regulations or permits — it’s about people. I strive to support communities by protecting the resources they depend on.