CEMML directs environmental planning that meets military training objectives, complies with federal regulatory requirements, and protects natural and cultural resources.
Environmental Planning Services
- Preparation and updating of integrated Natural Resources Management Plans (INRMPs) and Integrated Cultural Resources Management Plans (ICRMPs)
- Develop new INRMPs/ICRMPs, including carrying out required surveys.
- Format INRMPs/ICRMPs to comply with DoD Branch standards.
- Conduct analysis to complete annual updates and five-year revisions.
- Assist with developing goals, objectives, and projects (GOPs).
- Development of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analyses and documents, including environmental assessments and environmental impact statements.
- Management plans for fish and wildlife, forestry, and wildland fire; biological assessments; and policy reviews and analyses.
Latest CEMML Stories

CEMML cultural resources team wins 2025 Secretary of the Army environmental award
CEMML professionals and U.S. Army staffers have worked together for several years to preserve archaeological and historical sites on bases located on the islands of Hawaiʻi and Oʻahu. Recently, their joint efforts earned them the Environmental Award for Cultural Resources Management, one of the Army’s highest honors for outstanding environmental stewardship and leadership.

From “shovel bum” to experienced archaeologist: A CEMML intern’s journey
For Michael D’Ottavio, the CEMML Early-Career Development Program gave him the perfect opportunity to deepen his interest in American military history. Through his job as a cultural resources technician on an Air Force base, he gained useful skills and hands-on experience. Now, he’s excited to continue his storytelling journey in archaeology.

From Myanmar to Florida: A global journey to a natural resources career
Originally from Myanmar, Soe Min Thu has long had an interest in the preservation of natural spaces. His pursuit of a career in natural resources management led him to CEMML’s Early-career Development Program and an internship as a vegetation technician at Florida’s Avon Park Air Force Range. That experience evolved into a permanent position with CEMML as part of Avon Park’s botany team.