Kevin Dufresne, PEng
Kevin is a Principal Engineer based in Ontario with more than 20 years of experience in process engineering and the water industry. His specialties include developing semi-passive biological treatments for selenium, implementing comprehensive treatment solutions for PFAS, and applying innovative membrane-based treatment technologies.
Specialties
Subject Matter Expert in Water Treatment; Process Engineering; Technology Development and Validation; Emerging Contaminants, including PFAS and Selenium; Passive and Semi-passive Treatment Solutions
Practice Areas
Environmental Management; Water Management
Education
BSc, Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, 2002
Registration
Professional Engineer, Ontario, No. 100070646; Professional Engineer, British Columbia, No. 51376
Client Service
Drawing on his extensive design, operational, and troubleshooting experience, Kevin helps clients find practical solutions to complex water treatment challenges, including by developing and evaluating innovative passive and semi-passive treatment options for emerging contaminants. His water treatment projects span the water treatment industry, addressing potable and sewage treatment systems and complex industrial-wastewater issues. These projects often address boiler-feed water, food, and beverage wastewater treatment, zero liquid discharge systems, PFAS remediation systems, and treatment of mine-impacted water.
Kevin’s client-first approach and status as a subject-matter expert prove he is a trusted advisor in the water industry across diverse market segments. Kevin focuses on each client’s needs and provides candid and applicable advice grounded in years of practical industry experience.
Contact Kevin at KDufresne@Geosyntec.com.





