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January 8, 2025

Join SCS Engineers at the 2025 Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Conference, taking place February 26-28, 2025, at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.

SCS Engineers will be presenting on a range of topics, offering expertise and fresh perspectives to help shape the future of integrated resource management. Make plans to attend and connect with industry professionals while exploring the latest advancements in the field. We look forward to seeing you at the Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Conference!

Learn more and register today!

Betsy Powers & Marcus Gamoke: Design/Operation Considerations for Accepting Food Waste at Compost Facilities 

As more businesses, individuals, and municipalities work to divert food waste from landfills, the demand for composting facilities is growing. This presentation will discuss the additional design and operational challenges of accepting food waste. Betsy and Marcus will share perspectives from both an engineer and operator.

  • Meet the Presenters

Betsy Powers is a Project Director and Professional Engineer with over 26 years of experience in solid waste management. Her expertise includes landfill, MRF, and compost facility design, permitting, construction, waste characterizations, and site development.

Marcus Gamoke is the owner of Busy Bee Compost and a UW-Stevens Point graduate. He has 9 years of experience operating four composting locations across Wisconsin. His facilities produce WDNR Class A standard and OMRI-certified organic compost.

Join Betsy and Marcus as they explore how to meet the growing demands of food waste diversion. Learn about the unique challenges these efforts bring to compost facility design and operation.

Jeff Phillips: An Update on Landfill and Recycling Industry Fires

Fires at landfills and recycling facilities are a growing concern in the solid waste industry. Developing a fire mitigation plan, and training on that plan, can help prevent fires. These efforts also help limit escalation by addressing gaps in knowledge, resources, and communication between facility managers and emergency responders.

Meet the Presenter

  • Jeff Phillips is a Project Manager at SCS Engineers with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in designing and implementing Integrated Solid Waste Management programs. Jeff helps solid waste clients integrate sustainable materials management into their master plans.

Join Jeff as he explains how to identify gaps in fire prevention efforts. Learn strategies to implement and train fire mitigation plans to improve safety and reduce risks.

Jeff Phillips & Hannah Sperfslage: Stakeholder Strategic Planning for Organics Management in Iowa

Iowa is advancing organics management by collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders. Jeff and Hannah will discuss how the Iowa DNR worked with SCS Engineers to engage stakeholders and develop effective strategies. The process reflects diverse perspectives to support statewide progress.

  • Meet the Presenters

Jeff Phillips has over 20 years of experience in sustainable materials management and solid waste planning.
Hannah Sperfslage graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Global Resource Systems and Environmental Studies. Her background includes sustainability, health, and safety.

Join Jeff and Hannah as they discuss the stakeholder engagement process. Learn how industry stakeholders were recruited and strategies developed to support organics management in Iowa.

Sonya Betker & Jana Suriano: A Tale of Twin Cities: State of Residential Organics Collection in MN

Minnesota’s legislation has driven significant progress in organics diversion. St. Paul and Minneapolis both have curbside organics collection programs. However, the programs use different methods. This presentation will explore how these programs have developed and progressed. It will also share insights into a Minnesota county’s evaluation of environmental and cost impacts for various curbside methods.

  • Meet the Presenters

Sonya Betker is a Zero Waste and Sustainability expert with 20 years of experience. She is a TRUE Advisor and Sustainable Excellence Associate Professional. Sonya helps clients implement resource management and waste reduction practices to minimize waste.

Jana Suriano is a Project Professional at SCS Engineers. Her experience includes recycling, waste diversion, organics recovery, waste characterization, and sustainable materials management.

Join Sonya and Jana as they explore Minnesota’s residential organics programs. Learn how different curbside methods are evaluated for environmental and cost impacts.

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January 8, 2025

The Science of PFAS Conference is returning to Raleigh, North Carolina, on March 11-13. Join SCS National Expert of Liquids Management, Kerim Temel, PE, to explore the latest PFAS science and solutions. This year’s theme, “Piecing Together the Puzzle”, unites industry professionals from scientists to researchers to practitioners and more to tackle topics of the effects on health, regulatory approaches, PFAS guidance, and other relevant discussions.

Register now to take part in this exciting event.

 

 

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January 8, 2025

This spring, SCSers, Andy Sheppard and David Greene will be attending the EREF Summit on Landfill Emissions. Join them in Raleigh, North Carolina, on March 4-5 to connect with other industry professionals to discuss methane emissions at solid waste management facilities. Topics will cover policy, reporting, operations, and more.

 

Take advantage of this opportunity and register today.

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January 8, 2025

Join SCSers John Tabella, PG, and Kerim Temel, PE, in attending the VWEA 2025 Industrial Waste & Pretreatment Conference on March 3-4 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Hosted by the Virginia Water Environment Association, this event discusses the latest in Industrial Waste in the Commonwealth. With the theme, “Back to the Source”, the program boasts workshops and seminars that explore topics such as Brewery Wastewater, PFAS Regulatory Updates, A Sewer Lawyer’s Perspective on Pretreatment Basics, and more. Register now!

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December 9, 2024

Join fellow SCSers for the Pennsylvania Council of Professional Geologists (PCPG) Annual Meeting & Education Sessions in Harrisburg on February 27, 2025. This yearly event brings together professional geologists across the state to discuss current events affecting the industry. The official agenda is yet to be released, but attendees can expect insightful sessions and networking opportunities with fellow geologists.

Mark your calendar and attend the PCPG Annual Meeting & Education Sessions. Register today!

Event Agenda

9:30-4:30

Hydrostructural Geology: Examining Anisotropy of Flow and Solute Distribution in Bedrock Aquifers

An innovative approach to reducing mercury in a groundwater remediation system

Overview of the orphan well site plugging, remediation and reclamation program

Mapping Groundwater Recharge Potential in the Susquehanna River Basin

Complaints and Disciplinary Actions Against Professional Licensees Overseen by the Pennsylvania Department of State A BPOA: State Licensing Board Prosecutions

4:430-6:00

Continental Drifters Networking Event & Tricky Tray Fundraiser for Bard Dunst Memorial Fund

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November 14, 2024

Join SCS Engineers at the Alabama Coastal Foundation’s 11th Annual Sustainability Summit! ACF’s Sustainability Summit is an annual gathering designed to bring together leaders from the private, public, and social sectors to explore the economic and environmental benefits of sustainable practices.

This year’s event, themed “Future Signposts: Learning how to improve, protect, and celebrate our environment,” is on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Lodge @ Gulf State Park.

Joy StephensSCS Engineers’ Joy Stephens will present “Greenhouse Gas Inventories: The Keystone of Decarbonization Strategies” from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., providing valuable insights into how greenhouse gas inventories play a critical role in decarbonization efforts.

Register now!

 

 

Posted by Brianna Morgan at 9:46 am

November 14, 2024

Join SCS Engineers at the Alabama Coastal Foundation’s 11th Annual Sustainability Summit! ACF’s Sustainability Summit is an annual gathering designed to bring together leaders from the private, public, and social sectors to explore the economic and environmental benefits of sustainable practices.

This year’s event, themed “Future Signposts: Learning how to improve, protect, and celebrate our environment,” is Friday, January 31, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Lodge @ Gulf State Park. SCS Engineers’ Joy Stephens will present “Greenhouse Gas Inventories: The Keystone of Decarbonization Strategies” from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., providing valuable insights into how greenhouse gas inventories play a critical role in decarbonization efforts.

Register now!

 

 

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November 8, 2024

Abstract Submission Deadline: December 13, 2024

Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your latest project, research, or case study at the event for solid waste professionals on the West Coast. The Western Regional Symposium welcomes abstract submissions and panel discussion proposals of 500 words or less. If you know another solid waste professional with a unique project or valuable insights, please share invitation with them! Start your submission

 

 

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November 7, 2024

Join SCS Engineers at the 27th Annual EUEC Conference March 25–27, 2025. Get ready for an incredible experience at the Energy Utility Environment Conference (EUEC 2025) and Charge Expo, held at the Tuscany Suites & Casino in Las Vegas. This event will bring together over 1,000 industry professionals, feature insights from 300+ expert speakers, and showcase 100+ innovative exhibits. Located just off the Las Vegas Strip, this conference is a must for energy and environmental professionals looking to connect, learn, and lead in sustainable solutions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Posted by Brianna Morgan at 9:47 am

November 7, 2024

Join SCS Engineers and our clients at the 2025 San Diego Environmental Industry Summit XXIII! SCS Engineers is proud to sponsor this event, which gathers senior executives and thought leaders from across the environmental sector. Hosted by Environmental Business International (EBI), the summit serves as a unique forum to foster collaboration, share insights, and advance the environmental industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with industry peers, exchange ideas, and explore the latest trends shaping our field. See you in Coronado! For more information, please visit: https://ebionline.org/environmental-industry-summits/

2025 Agenda Items 

  • Economic & Political Review: 2024 Election Aftermath, Cabinet & Agency Budgets: Andy Paterson
  • Environmental Industry Overview: Grant Ferrier
  • Executive Response Panel: Perspective of the CEO, CMO, CSO, CTO
  • PFAS & ECs; Water & Air Quality and EPA in the DOGE Era
  • IT AI & Technology
  • R&R, HR, D&I and the Next Generation in Leadership
  • ESG & Energy Transition Advisory & Engineering Markets
  • Climate Adaptation & Resilience Markets
  • Policy Priorities for the Environmental Industry in 2025-2028

 

2025 Awards Program

Each year EBI, Inc. and its award selection committee present Business Achievement Awards in a number of categories to worthy recipients in the environmental and climate change industries. EBI has two business achievement award programs: one for Environmental Business Journal® (EBJ) and one for Climate Change Business Journal® (CCBJ). SCS is proud to celebrate his years award winners with our clients, including:

  • EBJ TECHNOLOGY AWARD for SCS Remote Monitoring and Control (RMC) and drones with GIS. Technology to provide landfills and solid waste operations across North America with data, 3-D, and visualization to optimize operations and address major challenges.
  • EBJ PROJECT MERIT AWARD for Grow America and SCS’s remediation of the Casa Ramona site for community services, including new child care and senior housing.
  • CCBJ COMMUNITY CLIMATE MITIGATION AWARD for Pelican Renewables & SCS Engineers to develop a carbon sequestration hub on the island of Rindge Tract, approximately 7 miles from Stockton. SCS is providing engineering and scientific analyses, geologic site characterization, and modeling, in support of Pelican’s EPA Class VI permit application.
  • CCBJ CARBON REMOVAL Award for Graphyte Carbon Removal’s carbon sequestration solution that can work faster and less expensively than other sequestration solutions. The carbon block solution is also scalable, and can potentially remove billions of tons of carbon. 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 for its storage facilities.

 

 

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