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TRC acquires Rampart, a Leader in Land Rights Acquisition

Rampart will expand TRC’s capabilities in the utilities, oil and gas, and renewable energy markets WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, has acquired Rampart, a land rights acquisition company headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Rampart provides comprehensive right-of-way, permitting and land services to utility, oil and gas, renewable energy and public works companies in the Southern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. Rampart brings long-standing relationships with key clients in the energy and infrastructure sector. “Rampart is poised for significant growth in the utility, renewables and pipeline sector driven by rising demand for power and support from Federal and State clean energy policies,” said Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC. “With this acquisition, we are well positioned to capitalize on additional investment in the power and energy markets.” “TRC is a leader in the energy market and a seamless fit for driving our company’s growth,” said Allan Butler, President of Rampart. “By joining forces, we are unlocking new opportunities for growth, innovation and excellence.” Morrissey Goodale served as the exclusive financial advisor to Rampart. About TRC Companies TRC stands for adaptability. With direction setting perspectives and partnerships, our 8,000+ tested practitioners in advisory, consulting, construction, engineering and management services deliver unique resolutions that answer any built or natural imperative. By creating new pathways for the world to thrive, we help our clients adapt to change and achieve long-lasting results while solving the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live — community by community and project by project. TRC is ranked #16 on ENR’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms, #5 for Power and #3 for Transmission & Distribution.​ Learn more at TRCcompanies.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Grid Resiliency: Perspectives Across the Power Grid 

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Microplastics: Adapting to Emerging Legal Challenges with Proper Risk Assessment

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Why Utilities Need to Embrace “Control Rooms of the Future” Today

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Budgeting to Quality: Construction Project Mistakes & How to Fix Them

Managing a construction project is a challenging job that involves careful planning, coordination and problem-solving. Small mistakes cause delays, increase costs, or create safety issues. Learn more about how to avoid some of the most common mistakes in construction management so your projects stay on track and within budget.

How UK Utilities Can Create Business Value from Smart Metering Data

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Virginia Water and Wastewater Rate 2024 Report is Now Available

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TRC Receives Two Awards from Climate Change Business Journal

TRC was recognized for an offshore wind and waste-to-energy renewable hydrogen project WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, was recognized by Climate Change Business Journal (CCBJ) for its work in greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation and low-carbon energy. Maryland Offshore Wind Project As the lead environmental consultant for US Wind Inc.’s Maryland Offshore Wind project, TRC oversaw federal and state permitting and prepared the Construction and Operations Plan (COP). Additionally, TRC completed offshore benthic community and shellfish density marine surveys, bat habitat surveys, visual simulations, a visual impact assessment, air pollution control technology, and air dispersion modeling assessments. The project — the nation’s 10th commercial scale offshore wind project to receive COP approval – will be built 9 nautical miles offshore of Maryland and Delaware. The project could generate over 2 gigawatts of clean renewable energy power to over 718,000 homes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from regional energy generation by up to 139 million tons over the life of the project. Additionally, the project is expected to create 2,680 jobs annually during the development and construction phases of the project. Waste-to-Energy Renewable Hydrogen Project TRC is supporting a waste-to-energy project for the City of Pittsburg, Calif. The project is designed to convert municipal waste to hydrogen fuel. TRC provided technical studies for the project development and design, and successfully helped the City publish the draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The project will reduce greenhouse gases and create jobs in an economically distressed area of San Francisco Bay. TRC completed writing the Final EIR, which was published in January 2025. The 2024 EBJ & CCBJ awards will be presented at the EBJ Business Achievement Awards banquet at Environmental Industry Summit XXIII on April 2-4, 2025 in San Diego.