CSA Ocean Sciences Inc.
Jodi Harney has extensive work experience in various roles related to marine and coastal research. Jodi started their career at the U.S. Geological Survey as a Marine Geologist, where they conducted field programs and used sedimentological techniques to examine nearshore processes and sediment dynamics. Jodi then worked as a Coastal and Marine Geologist at Coastal and Ocean Resources, Inc., managing the ShoreZone Coastal Habitat Mapping Program and collaborating with government and non-profit agencies. Jodi also taught Chemistry and Physics at Lake Highland Preparatory School for a year before joining Cardno ENTRIX as a Senior Project Scientist. In this role, they designed and managed offshore sampling and monitoring programs in the Gulf of Mexico following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Currently, Jodi serves as the Vice President of Energy at CSA Ocean Sciences Inc., where they develop and manages projects in the offshore oil and gas industry and renewable energy markets.
Jodi Harney holds a diverse education history. Jodi completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology at the University of Central Florida from 1991 to 1993. Following that, they pursued their Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Marine Sciences at the University of South Florida, where they studied from 1994 to 1996. Jodi then continued their academic journey by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Geology and Geophysics at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, graduating between 1997 and 2000.
In addition to their academic achievements, Jodi Harney has also obtained certifications in aviation. Jodi holds an Instrument Rating, obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration in June 2021, as well as a Private Pilot Certificate, acquired in June 2019 from the same institution.
CSA Ocean Sciences Inc.
Founded in 1970 as a marine environmental consulting firm, CSA Ocean Sciences Inc. (CSA) specializes in multidisciplinary projects concerning potential environmental impacts of activities throughout the world and offers a wide variety of desktop and field survey services. CSA is headquartered in Stuart, Florida, with regional offices in Tampa, Florida; Houma, Louisiana; Salinas, California; Houston, Texas; Port-of-Spain, Trinidad; Doha, Qatar; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Perth, Australia. CSA Ocean Sciences Inc.'s programmatic approach provides our clients with objective data collected in the field and through desktop-based scientific research while maintaining an appreciation for the environmental, legal, and political sensitivities frequently associated with controversial marine and coastal projects. Over the last 43 years, CSA has successfully conducted approximately 2,300 studies for more than 500 clients, including the oil and gas industry; engineering/surveying firms; utility companies; law firms; land development companies; and local, State, Federal, and international government agencies. The wide range of marine services offered by CSA Ocean Sciences Inc. draws upon the extensive knowledge of our qualified personnel in addition to the techniques, facilities, equipment, and business considerations of applied sciences and technologies. Our 43-year corporate track record has resulted in a reputation of reliable technical performance, unbiased analyses, and scientific integrity.