Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes.

    Issues range from BOD, COD, Phosphorus, TSS, Nitrogen, odors, dissolved metals, and many other contaminants.

    A holistic, independent approach really pays off with this type of project. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, chemical, or gizmo to solve these types of problems. It is also vital to make sure the chosen solution is compatible with the operations, team, space, equipment, and all resources onsite.

  • Yes.

    Compliance issues are multi-faceted and require tactful handling of the political, regulatory, financial, technical, and operational dynamics at play. We will work quickly to get your site back into compliance.

  • Yes.

    Surcharges and fees from municipalities are most often variable based on changes in the wastewater quality or quantity from the site. We will quickly audit your site and processes to identify the best options to mitigate these costs.

  • Yes.

    We can do a quick “sniff-test” on a single proposal, or review a suite of proposals to generate a summary and recommendation.

  • Let’s talk.

    First, we will do a speed-review of the development process that brought the project to this point. We will talk about the site operations, team, priorities, and the resources available.

    Second, we will review all of the proposals and discern the best available path forward to achieve the best impact for maximum value to the client.

  • We can work together at all levels of engagement - from just a few hours to a more significant level as a fractional augmentation to your team.

    Additionally, we can work together in close collaboration or with relative independence - whichever style serves the client most effectively.

  • Yes.

    We work at any point in the project development cycle - from start to finish, or any intermediate points in between.

    We will make an effective hand off the project to internal team and make sure they are set up to succeed.

  • Most typically we will work together on a project-based engagement.

    We will align on a question or a goal that guides the scope of work throughout the engagement.

    A retainer is best suited for ongoing or recurring consulting activities that require steady involvement without repeated scoping.

Interior view of a municipal drinking water treatment plant with concrete tanks filled with water, green railings, brick walls, large windows, and industrial lighting.
Construction site with a wheel wash to prevent track-out of contaminated soils. Dirty water being recirculated with pumps and pipes, will add coagulant and flocculant to clarify this water inside the existing equipment for reuse in the system.
A large pond containing stormwater, compost runoff, and digestate with piles of compost and mulch. The water is too contaminated with high BOD and high COD. Will use permanganate to bring the water into compliance for discharge.