Yankees Appoint First Environmental Science Advisor in Pro Sports

The facade of Yankee Stadium is seen prior to the American League Wild Card Game between the New York Yankees and the Oakland Athletics on Oct. 03, 2018. (Photo by Michael Heiman/Getty Images)The New York Yankees have announced the creation of an environmental science advisor position, appointing Dr. Allen Hershkowitz to that new role. According to a press release from the Yankees, the new position is the first of its kind in professional sports.

In his new job, Hershkowitz will lead environmental initiatives for the Yankees and at Yankee Stadium, with a focus on areas such as energy use, waste management, water conservation, and food services. Hershkowitz previously served as a Senior…