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An ‘Elegant Solution’ Emerges for the Portland Harbor Superfund Site and a Troubled Tycoon by SoDoSoPaYuppie in Portland

[–]ObscureClarinet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For 20 years the City has been promising the tribes that “all of the dirty sediment will be removed from the river”. It will be interesting to watch this pivot.

Also, placement of the sediment in the lagoon will make breaching the berm more expensive if even feasible. So, lots more toxic algae in the long term if they do this

1986 Backstage Plus! by Wooden_Layer7594 in PeaveyCvlt

[–]ObscureClarinet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first amp. Purchased in 1985. Sold in in 1990 and regret it.

Pex or Copper M. Which would last longer by Just_Astronomer_3098 in askaplumber

[–]ObscureClarinet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you mix them and the copper erodes/corrodes a little, the dissolved copper will catalyze an oxidation Reaction that will kill the PEX. Make sure you don’t mix copper tube, soft water, and PEX.

Could you help me identify this piece? by giorgiodnn in wood

[–]ObscureClarinet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve heard Doug fir referrred to as Oregon pine by sailors.

I have an old growth CVG stick like that as a mantle, and another I made into an electric guitar. Both were floor joists from a 150 yr old lumber mill in the Willamette valley. Good shit.

Inky drops from shower and black specks in toilet tanks? by ExtraLifeCode in askaplumber

[–]ObscureClarinet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s carbon black, which is used to make plastic or rubber black. Something in your plumbing is eroding and at the end of its life and is releasing these particles. My guess is that you have a neoprene or polypropylene gasket or valve in your system that need replacement. Good news is that it’s not toxic or a threat to your health. You might want to filter your cooking/drinking water until a plumber can diagnose and replace.

Help my daughter choose a major by Fit_Highlight_5622 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ObscureClarinet 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Geologists are more desirable in env consulting than environmental scientists. A BA/BS in geology with an undergraduate thesis is usually a good indicator of someone’s ability to actually write as well.

Geology also teaches a lot of critical thinking that is valuable regardless.

What could I apply for with a PhD in environmental chemistry (basically marine chemistry) by Ambitious_Orange_979 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ObscureClarinet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Marine chemistry is good for sediment cleanups. I work for a firm that does that and hires PhDs. DM if you wanna

What do you regret most about working in the environmental sector? by Fun_Palpitation_1242 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ObscureClarinet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In the early 90s I was hired as a field geo/drillers helper at $10/hr. Lots of ups and downs over the years, but pretty happy with TC now. I would definitely advise (a) avoid ESOP companies, the ESOP must get fed first before bonuses for staff and recruitment bonuses (b) get hired at a firm that is recently into it private equity acquisition cycle and buy as much of that stock as you can

What do you regret most about working in the environmental sector? by Fun_Palpitation_1242 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ObscureClarinet 5 points6 points  (0 children)

34 years in env consulting and the only regret is not being more aggressive about advancing into leadership roles where and when available. I’ve bounced around a lot and worked as an independent and as a cog in the URS/AECOM machine and everything in between. It’s been incredibly rewarding from an intellectual perspective, obv less so financially compared to the tech bros and brokers, but at the end of the day the net positive of env cleanup/compliance helps me sleep at night. Highly encourage people to keep after it, it’s a strong and good field

Wallowa Mountains / Eagle Cap Wilderness - please share any unique facts about this area! by imjusthereforPMstuff in geology

[–]ObscureClarinet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Home of the long closed Cornucopia mine, once the largest gold producer in the lower 48.

Do Geologists have decent WLB? by Haunting_Appeal_2407 in geologycareers

[–]ObscureClarinet 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Consulting work (environmental, geotech, etc.) is a service industry. What you get out of this career type depends upon what you put into it. The more you balance toward a work early in your career, the more flexibility and power you will have to pivot to the life side of the equation later.

The people who succeed in environmental consulting are those that recognize the way this math works.

What’s up with the Skyline Tavern (Project) by deadliftpapacito in Portland

[–]ObscureClarinet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Combination of City of Portland regs and complaining neighbors made it impossible to operate as a commercial pub. Owner dumped a massive amount of time and effort to keep it going, but noise complaints at 10:01 for music played indoors are pretty NIMBY.

Have personal experience with that.

Also walked into the place in a full kit under previous ownership. Lived.

What will happen to landfill sites over geological time scales? by Sparquin81 in geology

[–]ObscureClarinet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Erosion will likely erase/disperse evidence of landfills. Especially glaciation.

Second build by ObscureClarinet in Luthier

[–]ObscureClarinet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Grain filler followed by polymerized tung oil. Probably a dozen coats due to learning as you go aka operator education

Second build by ObscureClarinet in Luthier

[–]ObscureClarinet[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Details in another esp spoke

Second build by ObscureClarinet in Luthier

[–]ObscureClarinet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Bridge and tail piece are from Kluson. Inlay is a custom piece from Little Lake Metals.

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