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45 Years
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Environmental Consulting Solutions Experts
Swca Environmental Conslnts has been delivering environmental consulting solutions since 1981, combining scientific expertise with industry-specific knowledge to address global environmental challenges. As a 100% employee-owned firm since 2000, we prioritize client success through a culture of ownership that drives innovation and collaboration. Our team of over 1,700 experts provides services spanning air quality, ecological restoration, and regulatory compliance, maintaining a 97% client satisfaction rate.We integrate sound science with creative problem-solving to balance environmental preservation with project development needs. With operations across six continents and a commitment to safety evidenced by industry-leading OSHA ratings, we empower clients to achieve sustainable outcomes while fostering community engagement through initiatives like our Gives Back program.
Services
Air Quality Services
Ecological Restoration
Community Engagement
Cultural Resources
GIS Data Analysis
Spill Response
Water Resources
Permitting
Sustainability Consulting
Land Services
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in environmental consulting
- Our 100% employee-owned structure aligns with client success
- We maintain a 97% client satisfaction rate
- Our team includes 1,700+ experts across six continents
- We implement innovative solutions for complex environmental challenges
What people say
Efficient and thorough
Knowledgeable professionals
Delivered more services than expected
Dynamic and knowledgeable staff
Creative solutions
Services
Environmental Compliance
Our environmental compliance specialists help clients navigate complex regulations through tailored permitting strategies and compliance monitoring. We combine deep regulatory knowledge with field expertise to ensure projects meet federal, state, and local requirements while maintaining operational efficiency. Our approach emphasizes proactive risk management to prevent violations and facilitate smooth project execution.
Ecological Restoration
We design and implement habitat restoration projects that address ecosystem degradation while supporting client objectives. Our scientists develop nature-based solutions for wetland mitigation, stream restoration, and invasive species management. By integrating ecological principles with engineering practices, we create sustainable environments that benefit both wildlife and human communities through measurable biodiversity improvements.
Cultural Resources
Our cultural resources team identifies, evaluates, and protects historic and prehistoric resources through comprehensive site assessments and mitigation plans. Archaeologists and historians employ advanced technologies to document cultural assets while ensuring compliance with preservation laws. We develop strategies that balance heritage protection with development needs through collaborative stakeholder engagement and innovative documentation techniques.
Spill Response
We provide rapid-response solutions for environmental incidents through 24/7 emergency services and NRDA-compliant restoration planning. Our specialists implement containment strategies, conduct damage assessments, and coordinate remediation efforts following spills or natural disasters. We combine technical expertise with regulatory knowledge to minimize environmental impacts while protecting client interests throughout the response process.
Water Resources
Our water resources experts manage aquatic ecosystem challenges through integrated watershed planning and water quality monitoring. We develop sustainable water management strategies that address supply, usage, and regulatory requirements across municipal, industrial, and agricultural sectors. Our comprehensive approach combines hydrological modeling with environmental compliance to ensure long-term water resource sustainability while meeting client project goals.
People
Jaap Eijzenga
Vice President | Science and Technical Services
With over 13 years at SWCA, Jaap leads technical services in Hawaii, emphasizing collaborative problem-solving and scientific innovation while mentoring emerging professionals in environmental consulting.
Rafaella Lisboa
Project Manager
Rafaella transitioned from SWCA intern to cultural resources expert, specializing in archaeological fieldwork and laboratory analysis while mentoring interns through hands-on training programs in Oregon.
Nate Wojcik
Principal Restoration Ecologist
Nate directs ecological restoration projects in Colorado, leveraging his expertise in native plant communities and wetland systems to develop sustainable habitat recovery solutions.
Jana Sterling
Vice President | Southwest
Jana oversees SWCA's Phoenix operations, driving employee ownership engagement and technical excellence in environmental consulting services across the Southwest region.
Reid Persing
Vice President | Program Management
Reid leads program management initiatives in Utah, fostering entrepreneurial approaches to client solutions while maintaining SWCA's commitment to technical excellence and employee ownership principles.
Questions
What environmental services does SWCA offer?
SWCA provides air quality, ecological restoration, cultural resources, water management, and compliance services through 40+ technical specialties.
Is SWCA employee-owned?
Yes, SWCA has been 100% employee-owned since 2000, aligning employee and client interests through shared ownership benefits.
Where does SWCA operate?
SWCA serves clients across the United States with offices in 20+ states and international projects on six continents.
How does SWCA ensure project safety?
Our safety program maintains industry-leading OSHA ratings through continuous training, field protocols, and employee-led safety stewardship initiatives.
What industries does SWCA serve?
We support energy, government, transportation, water resources, and private sector clients with tailored environmental consulting solutions.
How long has SWCA been in business?
SWCA has delivered environmental consulting services since 1981, celebrating 40+ years of technical excellence in 2021.
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