Solid waste management continues to be one of the main environmental challenges facing environmental officials. 3Rs (reduction, reuse and recycling) programs in business, industry and the public sector must be planned and implemented in a cost effective manner which maximizes diversion from disposal. Residuals remaining after 3Rs activities require facilities which are sited, designed, operated and monitored in accordance with regulatory requirements.

We assist agencies, private companies, and public groups on a broad range of solid waste issues. These include: waste management system planning; the assessment of risks associated with specific practices such as incineration; evaluations of impact from proposed facilities; auditing and development of waste reduction work plans; public consultation; evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and assisting in approvals. Expertise in waste characterization methodologies has been applied on site-specific and national levels. We have completed several projects for the successful siting and approval of landfill facilities under the Sectoral Environmental Assessment Process without the need for a public hearing.