ATLANTA, Ga. — Peter de Haven, PE, and Jamey Rosen, PGeo, will present the National Ground Water Association (NGWA) webinar, "Life Cycle of Groundwater Data: From Field to Lab to Electronic Data Deliverable to Report," on February 16, 2011 at 1 pm EST.Peter and Jamey will discuss:Methods for tracking groundwater data in electronic data deliverables and relational databasesKey concepts in data managementExamples of database verificationElectronic data submission to regulatory agenciesGeographical information systems (GIS) and other…
October 4, 2013
Lisa Austin and Judd Goodman Share Step-by-Step Approach for Predicting Hydromodification Impacts
OAKLAND, Ca. — Lisa Austin, PE, and Judd Goodman, PE, were recently selected to present their technical paper, "Predicting Hydromodification Impacts Using a Four Factor Approach," at the 2011 World Environmental & Water Resources Congress in Palm Springs, Ca., on May 22-26, 2011.Hydromodification is defined as changes in runoff characteristics and in-stream processes caused by land use alteration. Unless managed, hydromodification can cause excessive stream channel erosion, sedimentation, planform migration, changes in bed material composition,…
AUSTIN, Texas — Geosyntec staff member Brandon Klenzendorf, PhD, CPESC, co-authored the article "Methodology for Determining Laboratory and In Situ Hydraulic Conductivity of Asphalt Permeable Friction Course," which was published in the January 2011 issue of the ASCE Journal of Hydraulic Engineering. Brandon's co-authors were Randall Charbeneau, Professor of Civil Engineering, and Michael Barrett, Research Associate Professor, from the Center for Research in Water Resources at The University of Texas at Austin.Permeable Friction Course (PFC)…
BOSTON, Ma. — Marcus Quigley, PE, CPESC, D.WRE was an invited guest lecturer at the Boston Redevelopment Authority on January 20, 2011. In his talk, "The Performance and Practice of Green Stormwater Infrastructure: Developing and Retrofitting our Urban Environments in a Changing Regulatory Climate," Marcus discussed trends and upcoming changes in clean water act compliance, performance of technologies to address these requirements, and innovative strategies for transforming the way our cities impact receiving waters.Marcus is…
ATLANTA, Ga. — Ganesh Krishnan, PE, CPESC, co-authored the article "Stormwater Compliance for Air Force Bases," which was published in The Military Engineer Online. Other co-authors were: Robert Barrett, M.SAME, Chief of the Asset Management Division at Langley Air Force Base; Shawn Holsinger, PE, Client Services Manager of EM-Assist; and Russell Adams, Program Manager of Water Quality at Robins Air Force Base.The article provides insight into Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act…
ATLANTA, Ga. — Geosyntec's Robbie Ettinger and Todd McAlary, PEng, PG, served as instructors for the Interstate Technology Regulatory Council's (ITRC) two-day training course, "Vapor Intrusion Pathway: A Practical Guideline," on January 20 - 21, 2011 in San Antonio, Texas. Robbie and Todd, both internationally recognized vapor intrusion experts, discussed innovative strategies to conduct site screening and investigations, tools for data collection and evaluation, and mitigation options.For more than 15 years, Robbie's practice has focused…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Adds More Energy to its Gulf Coast Operations
BATON ROUGE, La. — Geosyntec Consultants welcomes Andrew Goldberg and Anica Haynes to its Baton Rouge, La., office.Andy and Anica bring extensive experience in securing regulatory authorizations for new and existing energy facilities, including pipelines and natural gas storage facilities, electric power generation and transmission, and alternative energy facilities. They specialize in the development and comprehensive environmental permitting of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulated and non-FERC regulated natural gas storage and pipeline transmission projects.…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Consultants Announces New DeLand Office
DELAND, Fla. — Geosyntec Consultants announces the opening of its new DeLand, Fla., office. Geosyntec established this location to expand its presence in the central Florida area, including those that have come to rely upon the firm's expertise in water resources engineering and solid waste management. The DeLand office is Geosyntec's eighth office in Florida."We are eager to grow and increase our presence in central Florida, and DeLand is a particularly exciting location for Geosyntec…
October 4, 2013
Brandon Klenzendorf Co-Authors ASCE Journal of Hydrologic Engineering Article on Impact of Bridge Rails on Floodplain Analysis
AUSTIN, Texas — Geosyntec staff member Brandon Klenzendorf, PhD, CPESC, co-authored the article "Impact of Bridge Rail Geometry on Floodplain Analysis" published in the December 2010 issue of the ASCE Journal of Hydrologic Engineering. Brandon's co-authors were Michael Barrett, Research Associate Professor, and Randall Charbeneau, Professor of Civil Engineering, from the Center for Research in Water Resources at The University of Texas at Austin.In the article, the authors investigated the hydraulic effects of various bridge…
BOSTON, Ma. — Geosyntec Consultants announces the addition of several key staff to its Water and Natural Resources practice. They bring exceptional capabilities and complement Geosyntec's company-wide practice specialties related to Low Impact Development (LID) design, source water assessments, watershed management, lake and pond management, and streambank assessments and restorations. "These recent additions to our team strengthen our ability to deliver nationally-recognized expertise in water resource management," said Geosyntec principal, Steven Roy, LEED AP. "Our…
October 4, 2013
San Francisco Stormwater Harvesting Workshop
SAN FRANCISCO — Geosyntec Consultants and the San Francisco Regional Water Quality Control Board are co-hosting a Stormwater Harvesting Workshop on December 6, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.This free workshop is open to the general public and is targeted to municipalities, engineers, consultants, and regulators to gain a better understanding of how various stormwater harvesting techniques (cisterns, blue roofs, underground detention basins, etc.) can effectively meet new requirements in the Municipal Regional Stormwater…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Consultants Announces New Phoenix Office
PHOENIX — Geosyntec Consultants announces the opening of its new Phoenix office. Geosyntec established this location to better serve its clients based in the Phoenix area and southwestern United States, including those that have come to rely upon the firm's expertise in innovative site characterization and remedial technologies, environmental compliance and permitting, infrastructure assessment, engineering, and design; mine reclamation and litigation support."We were fortunate to find key personnel to assist with our rapidly growing client…
October 4, 2013
Chris Voci Presents at UMass Soils Conference
PRINCETON, NJ — Chris Voci, PG, recently spoke at the 26th Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water and Energy. The conference, presented by the Association for Environmental Health & Sciences Foundation and commonly referred to as the "UMass Soils Conference," was held at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst (UMass) from October 18 — 21, 2010.Chris' presentation, as part of the conference's bioremediation platform, was entitled "Combining Bioaugmentation Cultures to Treat Complex Mixtures of…
HUNTINGTON, W.V. — Several Geosyntec staff presented with client representatives of CSX Transportation (CSXT) at the 2010 Railroad Environmental Conference on October 26 - 27 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The conference provides an opportunity for the railroad environmental community to exchange views and learn about new techniques and technologies.Below is a list of Geosyntec practitioners who presented at the conference. __Duane Graves, PhD, and CSXT's Paul Kurzanski presented "Cost Saving Measures and…
Philip Reidy, PE, is presenting on innovative water conservation and site water control approaches at the Toxic Use Reduction Institute's (TURI) Continuing Education Conference in Norwood, Mass., on November 3, 2010. TURI helps Massachusetts companies and communities discover innovative, cost-effective ways to reduce toxic chemical use at the source, and encourages water conservation as part of their resource conservation agenda.Philip is an industry leader in the design and technology development of innovative rainwater harvesting and…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Staff Share Stormwater Experience at CASQA Conference
LOS ANGELES — Several Geosyntec practitioners will share their stormwater expertise at the California Storm Water Quality Association (CASQA) Sixth Annual Conference in Rancho Mirage, Ca., on November 1 - 3, 2010. Their workshop and presentation topics range from low impact development (LID) to bacteria-related Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs). Geosyntec is a leader in stormwater management, applying the latest proven approaches and technologies to protect and improve water quality.Practitioners, along with the titles of…
LOS ANGELES — In early October, the City of Malibu opened its new Legacy Park, which features a first-of-its-kind technical advancement in addressing water quality and supply along with meeting recreational and habitat needs. The park serves as a multi-purpose water resources facility designed to remove bacteria, metals, nutrients, and debris from the stormwater runoff affecting Malibu Creek, Malibu Lagoon, and ultimately, the Pacific Ocean.Legacy Park, described as an "environmental cleaning machine," is capable of…
October 4, 2013
Blue Roofs for Stormwater Control
BOSTON, Ma. — On Tuesday, September 28, 2010, New York City Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, spoke from the roof of P.S. 118 in Queens on technologies that the City will be considering to reduce stormwater flow impacts to wastewater treatment plants. One of the technologies, blue roofs, uses site-specific retention systems to mechanically slow the release of stormwater from roof surfaces to stormwater collection systems, thereby, reducing storm flows to the City's 14 wastewater treatment plants.…
Ronald S. Johnson, PE, PG, and Ken Susilo, PE, D.WRE, CPSWQ, have been invited to present at the Sixth North American Geotechnical Engineering Association Geotechnical Workshop at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power facility on September 24, 2010.Ron and Ken will discuss the geotechnical considerations when evaluating sites or preparing design recommendations for infiltration best management practices (BMPs) and the unique role of the geotechnical engineer in this process. Although the function of…
October 4, 2013
Remediation -- Green It Up
ATLANTA, Ga. — The world is going "green" to protect and improve the environment. The idea of greening up consumer products, buildings, and entire organizations is now becoming indoctrinated into the remediation world.In a National Association of EHS Management (NAEM) webinar, Todd Hagemeyer, PG, co-presented "Green Remediation: An Innovative Tool to Drive Sustainability." An ironic result of cleaning up a polluted site is often the production of unwanted consequences such air emissions, energy consumption, and…
October 4, 2013
Michael D'Alessandro Facilitates Principals Bootcamp
ATLANTA, Ga. — Michael D'Alessandro, PE, PMP, will serve as an expert facilitator for the A/E/C Principals Bootcamp coordinated by PSMJ|Resources, Inc. The two-day seminar trains firm leaders in the architectural, engineering, and construction industries to improve their professional and organizational efforts.Mike serves as Director of Corporate Development at Geosyntec. He has more than 25 years of experience as a consulting engineer and is well-versed as an operations manager and management consultant. Throughout his career,…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Announces EPA Subcontract Win for Evaluation of Stormwater Control Standards
BOSTON, Ma. — Geosyntec is pleased to announce that it is part of a team that has been awarded a nationwide contract by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide support in evaluating the effectiveness of existing stormwater control standards in place at the state and local level.Geosyntec is a subcontractor to The Cadmus Group, Inc. of Watertown, Mass., under the National Watershed Protection Program Contract. Other team members for this effort are: Wright…
October 4, 2013
Maryland Environmental Service Awards Geosyntec Staff for Outstanding Design and Construction Services
COLUMBIA, Md. — The Environmental Operations Group of the Maryland Environmental Service presented Carrie Pendleton, PE, and Doug Murphy with awards for outstanding design and construction services provided by Geosyntec at the Midshore II Landfill in Caroline County, Md. This $10-million project is the first greenfield landfill developed in Maryland in over 10 years.Geosyntec's efforts included design, permitting, preparation of bid documents, technical support during bidding, construction management, and construction quality assurance oversight. Construction began…
October 4, 2013
Success Shines on Staff at Florida Bar ELULS
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Geosyntec stars shone at the Florida Bar Environmental and Land Use Law Section (ELULS) Annual Meeting/Update held on August 12 — 14, 2010 in Ponte Vedra, Fla.Chris Herin, PG, received the "R.S. Murali Memorial Affiliate Member for Outstanding Service" award in recognition of his outstanding service, dedication, and leadership to ELULS. Chris serves as co-chair of ELULS' Pollution Assessment, Remediation, Management and Prevention Committee. He is based in Geosyntec's Boca Raton office.…
October 4, 2013
Richard Finno Receives the 2010 Harry Schnabel Jr. Award
CHICAGO, Il. — The American Society of Civil Engineers Geo-Institute recently honored Richard Finno, PhD, PE, with the 2010 Harry Schnabel Jr. Award at the ER2010 conference in Bellevue, Wash. The award acknowledges his contributions to design and construction innovations for earth retaining structures.Dr. Finno, a consultant with Geosyntec and MMI Engineering, specializes in the areas of full-scale performance assessments of deep excavations and tunnels, numerical analysis, self-updating constitutive models, and constitutive responses of soft…
BOSTON, Ma. — Several Geosyntec professionals will be participating in the American Chemical Society's (ACS) Fall 2010 National Meeting & Exposition in Boston on August 22 - 26.Mary de Flaun, PhD, Warren Brady, Brian L. Petty, PE, and Henry Kerfoot will present "Management of ORP and pH for In Situ Remediation of Arsenic in Groundwater." The group will discuss mechanisms of in situ arsenic sequestration. Through case studies, they will illustrate methods of modifying groundwater…
October 4, 2013
Mark Ellard Presents Stormwater Management Topics Affecting Municipalities at EWRI Watershed 2010
ORLANDO, Fla. — Mark Ellard, PE, CFM, will deliver three stormwater management-related presentations at the 2010 Watershed Management Conference in Madison, Wis., on August 23 - 27. This conference, which centers on innovations in watershed management under land use and climate change, is facilitated by the Environmental & Water Resources Institute (EWRI) section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).Mark will first present a paper entitled "Nitrogen Reduction for Transitional Land Uses." The paper…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Pros Significant Players at 2010 WasteCon
BOSTON, Ma. — Nick Yafrate, Scott Luettich, PE, and David Espinoza, PhD, PE, will play significant roles at the upcoming WasteCon Conference in Boston from August 14 - 18, 2010. WasteCon is the annual national conference of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA).On August 14, Nick will present " Revitalization of Impacted Sites and Closed Landfills." He will discuss considerations when redeveloping closed landfill sites for a variety of end uses, including green…
October 4, 2013
Geosyntec Staff Lend Guidance in ER2010 Conference Presentations
ATLANTA, Ga. — Dr. Bob Bachus, PE, Leslie M. Griffin, PE, and Dr. Paul Sabatini, PE, will give technical presentations at the upcoming Earth Retention Conference 3 (ER2010) taking place on August 1 - 4, 2010 in Bellevue, Wash.Bob and Leslie will present "A Perspective on Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls: Pushing the Limits or Pulling us Down?" They will highlight important lessons regarding the design and construction of mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) walls from large…
BOSTON, Ma. — David Adilman, PG, and Russ Abell, PG, recently presented an American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) lecture, in conjunction with an Advanced Foundation Engineering class at the University of Massachusetts - Lowell, entitled "Subsurface Explorations — The Geology of the New England Area."David and Russ gave an overview of the bedrock structural history and development of metamorphic and igneous belts throughout New England. They also provided a summary of the glacial history…
October 3, 2013
Geosyntec Staff Present at 21st Annual International Conference on Soil, Water, Energy and Air
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Geosyntec was well represented at the 21st Annual International Conference on Soil, Water, Energy and Air in San Diego during March 14-17, 2011 with six presentations, one workshop, and two poster presentations.Brian Hitchens, PG, CHG presented "The Side Effects of In-Situ Bioremediation."Aklilu Tesfamicheal presented "A Statistical Evaluation of PCBs in Sediment Samples," to which both of these presentations relate to the Teledyne Ryan Aeronautical Site in San Diego.Sam Williams, PG, presented…
October 3, 2013
Lucia and Bonaparte to Present at Geo-Congress 2012
Geosyntec Consultants is pleased to announce that two of its senior practitioners in geotechnical engineering have been selected to make State of the Practice presentations at Geo-Congress 2012: State of the Art and Practice in Geoengineering, a conference sponsored by the Geo-Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Pat Lucia, Ph.D., P.E., Principal Engineer based on Oakland, California, will be speaking on "The Practice of Geotechnical Forensics Engineering" and Rudy Bonaparte, Ph.D., P.E., Principal…
Geosyntec Consultants is pleased to announce that Rudy Bonaparte, Ph.D., P.E., President and CEO, has been selected to deliver the Nineteenth Spencer J. Buchanan Lecture at Texas A&M University. Dr. Bonaparte will be speaking on Geosyntec's participation in the design, construction, and closure of the on-site disposal facility at the former U.S. Department of Energy Fernald site in Ohio.
