Congratulations to SCS’s Carbon Capture and Sequestration clients for winning two international awards. The Climate Change Business Journal (CCBJ) is a publication of Environmental Business International (EBI). EBI is a leading independent source of environmental market research and business intelligence. SCS’s work for two clients, Pelican Renewables and Graphyte Carbon Removal, is recognized by CCBJ for its climate change industry achievements. Both awards will be presented during the EBJ Awards banquet at Environmental Industry Summit XXIII on April 3, 2025.
CCBJ PROJECT MERIT AWARD: COMMUNITY CLIMATE MITIGATION
Pelican Renewables & SCS Engineers
Pelican Renewables, LLC is a Stockton, California-based company with a vested interest in improving the life of all Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta residents and preserving the unique ecosystem of the Delta. Formed by residents, landowners, farmers, and businessmen, Pelican aims to serve both climate mitigation and the local environment and communities. Pelican collaborates closely with local community organizations and members to pioneer a community-focused project design and operation. Pelican is developing a carbon sequestration hub on the island of Rindge Tract, approximately 7 miles from Stockton. Rindge Tract lies on the deep-water shipping channel connecting the Port of Stockton to the ocean, enabling maritime transport for captured CO2. Pelican owns an ethanol production plant at the port where CO2 is captured and accessible by rail. The U.S. Department of Energy selected Pelican for a $45 million federal award under the CarbonSAFE program. SCS Engineers provides engineering and scientific analyses, geologic site characterization, and modeling to support Pelican’s EPA Class VI permit application that the grant targets.
CCBJ TECHNOLOGY MERIT AWARD: CARBON REMOVAL
Graphyte Carbon Removal & SCS Engineers
Graphyte Carbon Removal, a carbon removal and sequestration firm backed by Bill Gates’s Breakthrough Energy Ventures, began operations at its Arkansas-based plant in February 2024. Graphyte’s carbon sequestration solution’s price is considerably lower and can work faster than other sequestration solutions. The carbon block solution is also scalable and can potentially remove billions of tons of carbon. By-products of the timber and agriculture industries, otherwise burned or left to decompose, are collected. These by-products are considered biomass, dried to stop decomposition, and then condensed into dense blocks. The blocks are wrapped with an impermeable polymer sheet, making them environmentally safe and ensuring that decomposition does not restart. The blocks are stored in state-of-the-art sites with sensors and tracers, enabling robust long-term monitoring. Storage sites can serve multiple purposes, such as solar farms or agricultural land, and are designed to last up to 1,000 years. As experts in designing and implementing safe, long-lasting solutions that reduce, reuse, or store waste, SCS Engineers partners with Graphyte by providing environmental engineering design services with Tracer and RMC technology for its storage facilities.
Join SCS Engineers at the 2025 Air & Waste Management Conference & Exhibition on June 9-12 at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, NC. This event brings together experts in air quality, climate change, and environmental management to explore the latest regulations, policies, and innovations. ACE 2025 will cover key topics such as clean technology, sustainable energy solutions, environmental and climate justice, PFAS, green transportation, and ESG strategies and reporting. Hot topics include satellite data for air quality and emissions assessments and the future of hydrogen as a fuel. Don’t miss out – come visit us at Booth 48 and register today!
Join Pat Sullivan and other SCSers at the Environmental Challenge International (ECi) Competition, where student teams propose effective solutions to a simulated environmental problem. Learn more here. The Environmental Challenge International (ECi) Competition gives student teams experience with proposing effective solutions to a simulated environmental problem—a problem based on real-world site conditions and events. The 2025 Challenge: PFAS Residuals Management for Drinking Water Treatment in North Carolina. Teams will present their solution to a panel of environmental professionals at the conference.
Victoria A. Evans presents Corporate Climate Disclosures: Roadmap for the Journey to Mandatory Reporting. Victoria’s presentation will provide the highlights of these new disclosure requirements for climate disclosures, the standards to be applied, and the related audit (assurance) requirements for each. Carbon accounting expectations, materiality considerations and what to do now to prepare will be discussed.
Eva Luu and Armando Hurtado-Garcia present Real-Time Monitoring of Odor Using Sulfur as a Surrogate. Through meticulous planning and iterative rounds of testing, SCS identified total reduced sulfurs (TRS) as a reliable surrogate for real-time measurements of cannabis odors in enclosed spaces. This approach allows operators to identify odor problems in situ and take necessary action in a timely manner ultimately assisting cultivators in effectively addressing community concerns while optimizing operational integrity.
Stephanie Taylor is a panelist for the Career Panel Being Adaptable for a Resilient Career that is part of the Student Program at ACE. The panel will be held Tuesday, June 10, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm . Get the inside scoop from distinguished professionals working in different parts of the environmental field as they share their career experiences and answer questions in this interactive and enlightening panel.
David Greene will present WasteWater and Waste-to-Energy on Tuesday, June 10th, and Waste-to-Energy, Municipal Solid Waste, on Wednesday, June 11th exploring the intersection of resource recovery, sustainability, and innovative waste management solutions. His presentations will highlight how communities and industries can implement integrated systems that reduce environmental impact while generating renewable energy.
Michael Dustman is a panelist on the Young Professional Panel: Recovering from Natural Disasters, where he’ll share insights on building resilience and navigating the challenges of disaster response early in your career. Michael will share his firsthand insights on working in high-pressure recovery environments, the technical and emotional demands of emergency response, and how adaptability, teamwork, and mentorship can support professional growth and community impact in times of crisis.
Join SCS Engineers at the ISWA 2025 World Congress & Exhibition, taking place October 27-29 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This global event, declared of National Tourist Interest by the Secretary of Tourism, Environment, and Sports of Argentina, brings together industry leaders, policymakers, scientists, and young professionals to drive innovation in waste management and the circular economy.
Join President James Law, Vice Chair of the Landfill Working Group, Deji Fawole, along with Alex Stege, a landfill gas modeling expert.
Quinn Bernier, Brandon King, and Tecsan will present on a collaborative landfill gas design for the Norte IIID Landfill in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Each industrial revolution has shaped the way we handle waste—what will be the defining waste challenge of the 4th Industrial Revolution? Discover how the Latin America and Caribbean region is tackling these challenges and advancing circular economy solutions.
Be part of the conversation at the ISWA 2025 World Congress & Exhibition. Connect with SCS Engineers as we explore cutting-edge strategies for sustainable resource management and a zero-waste future. See you in Buenos Aires!
SCS Engineers is excited to sponsor the 2025 Housing California Annual Conference. This year’s conference, which is scheduled for March 5-7, 2025, is being held at the SAFECredit Union Convention Center in Sacramento, CA. For more information, please visit here.
Celebrate champions of housing equity and sustainability at the Housing Justice Awards Ceremony. This prestigious event honors individuals who reflect Housing California’s mission to foster homes, health, and prosperity for all. The awards, inspired by the legacy of Willie Stevens and Alfred Diaz-Infante, highlight extraordinary dedication to housing justice and equity.
The ABA 54th Spring Conference on Environmental Law, March 26 – 28 in Philadelphia, PA., is where you join leading environmental, energy, and resources law professionals for knowledge-sharing, networking, and inspiration. The conference provides timely, topical updates on the latest opportunities and challenges facing the field of environmental law, with a deep dive into the fields of environmental compliance, energy, and resources law. Join – SEER – the Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources, to learn about the latest developments shaping the practice today and the long-term trends that will drive the future.
At the ABA 54th Spring Conference you will be able to engage in lively discussions with top practitioners, including environmental consultants, in-house counsel, and prominent scholars, as they tackle today’s most pressing legal challenges. The conference kicks off with plenary sessions examining critical issues such as Justice Alito’s reshaping of environmental jurisprudence and the evolution of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks. A special track of panels will explore the practical and legal complexities of navigating PRP groups, negotiating contracts in the PFAS era, and managing Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting. Sessions will also cover federal-interstate compacts and the legal intricacies of environmental compliance in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
Panels will address cutting-edge topics like natural resource damage litigation, regulatory pathways for emerging contaminants, and the intersection of environmental criminal enforcement and climate-related challenges. Discussions will provide practical approaches to balancing the energy transition with national security, while also diving into the ethical implications of working with environmental consultants. Insights into global ESG trends, the federal air toxics program, and practical applications of environmental justice will equip attendees with actionable strategies they can apply to their work.
For law students and young professionals, a dedicated panel offers career-focused advice and actionable guidance for navigating transitions within the legal field. This session will highlight practical pathways to building a fulfilling career while fostering connections within the industry.
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting out in your practice, join us in Philadelphia to forge new connections, gain fresh perspectives, and find inspiration among your peers in environmental, energy, and resources law. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships—all in the vibrant and historic setting of the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.
Join SCS Engineers at the upcoming webinar, “Monetizing Carbon From Compost: Is It Possible?”, presented by the Compost Research & Education Foundation. This event is Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM ET conducted via Zoom. Register today!
This 1.5-hour session will delve into carbon dynamics and transformations in soil, focusing on carbon accounting and the role of compost in carbon sequestration. The webinar will feature insights from experts Rebecca Ryals, Ph.D., and Bill Camarillo, with Andrew Carpenter serving as moderator.
SCS Engineers’ Project Director, Erik Martig, CCOM, will be in attendance. With 15 years of environmental experience, Erik specializes in the design of composting facilities in the Southwest and holds the Certified Compost Operations Manager credential.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of carbon dynamics in soil and explore the potential of monetizing carbon through compost application.
Join SCS Engineers at the Federation of Environmental Technologists (FET) Annual Air & Reporting Updates 2025, January 21-22.
On January 21, SCSer John Tadelski will present “Air Compliance Best Practices and New Developments.” He will cover recent changes in Wisconsin’s air management, including new guidance on stacks and obstructions, compliance following the redesignation of the Milwaukee nonattainment area, and general compliance best practices.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into air compliance strategies and stay informed about the latest developments in Wisconsin’s air management.
For more information and to register, visit the FET website.
Join SCS Engineers at the 2025 Electric Operations Conference & Expo, co-hosted by the Municipal Electric Utilities of Wisconsin (MEUW) and the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association (WECA). This event takes place January 15-17, 2025, at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.
Enhance your skills, expand your professional network, and stay informed about the latest developments in electric operations. Register now to secure your spot at the 2025 Electric Operations Conference & Expo.
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