Environmental and Waste-to-Energy

Quantifying Impacts, Transforming Waste into Sustainable Energy Solutions

At EPS, we specialize in providing comprehensive engineering and consulting services for the environmental and waste-to-energy sectors. With our deep technical expertise and commitment to sustainability, we help clients turn environmental challenges into opportunities, transforming waste into valuable resources while promoting environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance.

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Environmental Engineering and Compliance

Navigate the complexities of environmental regulations and enhance your sustainability efforts with our expert guidance.

    • Project Screening and Scoping: Identifying potential environmental effects of proposed projects.

    • Baseline Studies: Gathering data on existing environmental conditions.

    • Impact Analysis and Mitigation Planning: Assessing potential impacts and developing strategies to minimize them.

    • Permitting Assistance: Navigating federal, state, and local environmental permitting processes.

    • Regulatory Strategy Development: Crafting compliance strategies that align with your operational goals.

    • Environmental Audits and Reporting: Conducting audits to ensure compliance and preparing necessary reports for regulatory agencies.

    • Site Investigation: Assessing soil, groundwater, and air contamination.

    • Remediation Planning and Implementation: Designing and overseeing cleanup activities.

    • Risk Assessment: Evaluating potential risks to human health and the environment.

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Waste-to-Energy Technologies

Leverage our expertise to convert waste streams into valuable energy resources.

    • Anaerobic Digestion: Transforming organic waste into biogas for energy production.

    • Gasification and Pyrolysis: Converting waste materials into syngas and biochar.

    • Incineration with Energy Recovery: Designing efficient waste combustion systems with heat recovery.

    • Feedstock Analysis: Assessing waste composition to optimize energy yield.

    • System Integration: Integrating waste-to-energy technologies into existing facilities.

    • Performance Enhancement: Implementing strategies to improve efficiency and reliability.

    • Feasibility Studies: Evaluating the technical and economic viability of waste-to-energy projects.

    • Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM): Managing projects from concept to commissioning.

    • Operations and Maintenance Support: Providing ongoing technical assistance to ensure optimal performance.

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Sustainability and Circular Economy Solutions

Promote sustainable practices and contribute to a circular economy with our innovative solutions.

    • Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Design: Designing facilities to sort and recover recyclable materials.

    • Organic Waste Management: Developing composting and anaerobic digestion solutions.

    • Industrial Symbiosis: Facilitating the exchange of resources between industries to minimize waste.

    • Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reporting: Quantifying emissions for regulatory compliance and voluntary reporting.

    • Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU): Implementing technologies to capture and repurpose CO₂ emissions.

    • Renewable Energy Integration: Incorporating renewable energy sources to reduce carbon footprint.

    • Corporate Sustainability Planning: Developing strategies to achieve sustainability goals.

    • Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting: Assisting with ESG disclosures and sustainability reporting.

    • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Analyzing environmental impacts throughout a product's life cycle.

Why Choose EPS for Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities?

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Technical Excellence and Industry Experience

Our team brings decades of experience and in-depth knowledge of environmental engineering and waste-to-energy technologies.

  • Multidisciplinary Expertise: Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and process engineering.

  • Certified Professionals: Licensed engineers, certified environmental professionals, and industry-recognized experts.

  • Innovative Technologies: Proficiency with the latest waste-to-energy systems and environmental solutions.

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Customized Solutions for Complex Challenges

We understand that each project presents unique environmental challenges. Our services are tailored to meet your specific needs.

  • Client-Centered Approach: Collaborating closely to understand your goals and constraints.

  • Innovative Problem Solving: Developing creative solutions to address environmental issues.

  • Strategic Insights: Providing actionable recommendations to enhance sustainability and compliance.

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Proven Track Record of Success

EPS has a history of delivering successful outcomes for clients in the environmental and waste-to-energy sectors.

  • Extensive Project Experience: From small-scale facilities to large, complex projects.

  • Satisfied Clients: Testimonials highlighting our effectiveness and professionalism.

  • Industry Recognition: Trusted by leading organizations worldwide.

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    Case Study #1: Developing a Municipal Waste-to-Energy Facility

    Challenge: A city faced growing waste management challenges due to limited landfill capacity and increasing environmental concerns.

    Solution: EPS conducted a feasibility study for a waste-to-energy facility, evaluating technologies like incineration with energy recovery and anaerobic digestion. We assisted in selecting the most suitable technology, provided engineering design services, and managed the project through construction and commissioning.

    Result: The city successfully implemented a waste-to-energy facility that processes 500 tons of waste per day, generating electricity for 20,000 homes and significantly reducing landfill usage.

  • Case Study #2: Anaerobic Digestion Project for an Agricultural Producer

    Challenge: A large agricultural producer needed to manage significant amounts of organic waste while seeking sustainable energy solutions.

    Solution: EPS designed an anaerobic digestion system to convert organic waste into biogas. We optimized the process to maximize methane production and integrated the system with the facility's energy infrastructure.

    Result: The producer now generates renewable energy on-site, reducing energy costs by 30% and minimizing environmental impact by diverting waste from landfills.

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    Case Study #3: Environmental Remediation for a Contaminated Industrial Site

    Challenge: An industrial site with soil and groundwater contamination required remediation to meet regulatory standards and enable site redevelopment.

    Solution: EPS conducted a site assessment, identified contaminants, and developed a remediation plan that included soil excavation, groundwater treatment, and long-term monitoring. We managed the remediation process and liaised with regulatory agencies.

    Result: The site was successfully remediated, meeting all regulatory requirements, and is now redeveloped for commercial use, adding value to the community.

“Attention to detail, thorough understanding of engineering and its nuances.”

— Kurt Brickley, Port of San Diego

“EPS made it clear to ask us what we wanted, what we did, and how they could help us – not, ‘This is it, this is how we are doing it; take it or leave it.’ They were just really interested in giving us a custom package for whatever we wanted done..”

— Tom Gardner, Leading Metals Recycler

“Intelligent, competent, politically astute, good teamwork and safe.”

— Ron Halik, Environmental Engineering Department Manager, International Biotechnology Corporation

Industries
We Serve

  • Municipal Solid Waste Management

  • Agricultural and Food Processing

  • Industrial Manufacturing

  • Energy and Utilities

  • Chemical and Petrochemical

  • Mining and Mineral Processing

  • Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals

  • Retail and Commercial Facilities

Our Services Include

    • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)

    • Regulatory Compliance and Permitting

    • Contaminated Site Assessment and Remediation

    • Technology Evaluation and Selection

    • Process Design and Optimization

    • Project Development and Implementation

    • Resource Recovery and Recycling

    • Carbon Management and Emissions Reduction

    • Sustainability Strategy and Reporting

    • Feasibility Studies

    • Detailed Engineering Design

    • Construction Management and Commissioning

    • Environmental Compliance Training

    • Sustainability Workshops

    • Operational Training for Waste-to-Energy Facilities

About Dr. John A. Williams

A Leader in Environmental Engineering and Waste-to-Energy

Dr. John A. Williams, PE, ASA, MBA, CFEI, AIChE Fellow, is the founder and General Manager of EPS. With over 40 years of operations, engineering, and construction experience, Dr. Williams is a recognized expert in the engineering analysis and financial appraisal of energy, power, and manufacturing technologies.

Dr. Williams has been instrumental in advancing waste-to-energy technologies and has consulted on numerous environmental projects. His expertise includes process development, environmental compliance, and sustainability strategies.

    • Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) by the American Society of Appraisers in Machinery & Technical Specialties: Energy, Environmental, and Manufacturing Technologies.

    • Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) by the National Association of Fire Investigators.

    • Fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE Fellow).

    • PhD in Chemical and Fuels Engineering from the University of Utah

    • MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago

    • BS in Chemistry from the University of Delaware

    • Licensed Professional Engineer in over 20 states