Joe Cleary was invited to speak at the 2026 American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES) Wes Eckenfelder Breakfast on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. ET, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The event is part of the 111th New Jersey Water Environment Association (NJWEA) Annual John J. Lagrosa Conference and Exposition.  

Joe will discuss his more than 50-year career in environmental engineering and reflect on his relationship with his late mentor, Wes Eckenfelder.

Joe is a Senior Consultant and subject-matter expert based in New Jersey with more than 50 years of experience as an environmental engineer focusing on industrial wastewater, water reuse, energy recovery, and the treatment of emerging contaminants. Much of his recent work addresses sustainable practices, including food-waste-to-energy and co-digestion projects.

The NJWEA Annual John J. Lagrosa Conference and Exposition is the largest gathering in the state offering water quality education and training to water quality professionals across New Jersey and the United States.

Founded in 1915, the NJWEA leads work to preserve water quality, remediate historically contaminated sites, help industries sustainably manage their water processes, and educate the public on water quality issues.

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For more information on water quality, industrial wastewater, and sustainable practices, contact Joe at JCleary@geosyntec.com.
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