May 3, 2011

Training and technical transfer requests from our partner agencies are increasing. Last quarter, we reported on training Caltrans staff and their consultants on the use of the California Rapid Assessment Methodology (CRAM) for establishing a cost-effective baseline condition assessment and evaluating restoration success associated with transportation infrastructure mitigation projects. On May 3-5, 2011 SFEI staff conducted a three-day practitioner-level training session for Department of Water Resources (DWR) staff. A total of 25 people were trained, primarily Department of Environmental Services (DES) staff. The training was the first step towards utilizing the CRAM methodology in existing and future DWR projects.

Programs and Focus Areas: 
Environmental Informatics Program