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TRC Receives Two Awards from Climate Change Business Journal
April 3, 2025TRC 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.
TRC receives 2024 EBJ Business Achievement Award for ART-PFAS technology
March 26, 2025New technology is the first of its kind for removing PFAS in groundwater 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 been recognized by Environmental Business Journal (EBJ), for a novel technology known as “ART-PFAS” co-invented by TRC’s Nidal Rabah, PhD and Accelerated Remediation Technologies, Inc. (ART) (patent pending). ART-PFAS is a green, cost-effective and efficient technology that can concurrently remediate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – known as PFAS –and volatile organic compounds impacts in groundwater and soil in the saturated zone and capillary fringe. ART-PFAS (owned by ART) is the only proven active in-situ alternative to pump-and-treat to remediate PFAS-impacted groundwater. “We are honored to be recognized by EBJ for this groundbreaking technology,” said Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC. “This technology has the promise of helping solve one of the greatest challenges of removing man-made chemicals from groundwater in a cost-effective way. Nidal and the team at ART are creating new pathways for our clients and our communities, making the Earth a better place to live.” ART-PFAS is designed to remove PFAS through in-well groundwater circulation and foam fractionation/stripping using air sparging/soil vapor extraction (AS/SVE) systems. Groundwater circulation enhances soil flushing across the water table and the capillary fringe. The technology can be installed as stand-alone or integrated into existing AS/SVE systems while achieving extremely stringent cleanup standards and minimizing waste, energy, treatment and compliance requirements for a fraction of the additional costs and efforts compared to pump-and-treat. ART-PFAS was implemented at a site in New Jersey by retrofitting an existing AS/SVE system with an ART-PFAS well. Within a few months, PFAS concentrations in groundwater of 2,000-3,000 ng/L were reduced by 50 to 100 percent in the test well and up to 40 percent in a monitoring well. Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) concentrations that ranged from over 400 to 1,000 ng/L were successfully reduced below EPA drinking water Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 4 ng/L. PFAS concentrations in soil were reduced by 50 to 65 percent. PFAS was enriched by 100-300 times in the recovered foam (vs. groundwater), while generating only about 50 gallons of residual liquid after circulating over 500,000 gallons of groundwater (10,000 times less water volume vs. pump-and-treat for aboveground management). The 2024 EBJ awards will be presented live and in-person at the EBJ Business Achievement Awards banquet at Environmental Industry Summit XXIII on April 2-4, 2025, in San Diego. About TRC 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. About ART Founded in 1996, Accelerated Remediation Technologies, Inc. (ART), specializes in innovative soil and groundwater remediation solutions. The ART In-Well Technologies are designed to deliver effective and efficient treatment by leveraging proven groundwater circulating well principles. The versatility of ART In-Well Technologies has proven successful at thousands of installations in treating a broad spectrum of contaminants—such as chlorinated and petroleum compounds, MTBE, 1,4-dioxane, and PFAS — even in complex subsurface geological formations. More than just a service, soil and groundwater remediation is our ART.
TRC unveils new Integrated Planning & Advisory Practice at DISTRIBUTECH 2025 to help utilities thrive in an evolving energy landscape
March 24, 2025Firm to showcase integrated solutions that drive resilience, affordability and sustainability 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, will showcase its latest solutions at DISTRIBUTECH International 2025, the premier event for the utility industry. DISTRIBUTECH will take place March 24-27 in Dallas, where TRC will exhibit at booth #5536. The energy industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by AI, real-time data systems, regulatory pressures, increasing need for reliability, a surge in power demand driven by data centers, and decarbonization efforts. At DISTRIBUTECH 2025, TRC will demonstrate how it is assisting utilities in addressing these challenges through innovation, integrated solutions and forward-looking strategies that foster a resilient, affordable and sustainable energy future. “Utilities face a crucial challenge of how to keep up with growing grid complexity while maintaining efficiency and reliability,” said Craig Cavanaugh, President of TRC’s Intelligent Grid Solutions Sector. “Our global team brings decades of utility sector expertise and cutting-edge IT/OT integration capabilities that uniquely positions us to support utilities as they prepare to meet the demands of a decentralized, flexible and resilient energy future.” At DISTRIBUTECH 2025, TRC is expanding its services with the launch of Integrated Planning & Advisory, a strategic offering designed to help utilities navigate the increasing complexity of the energy landscape. As grid modernization, decarbonization, resilience and regulatory changes reshape the industry, utilities need a holistic approach that aligns regulatory, operational, customer and market strategies to drive effective and cost-efficient solutions. This expanded service provides the expertise, tools and insights utilities need to make informed decisions in an evolving market. Led by industry veteran Matthew Green, who brings two decades of experience driving transformative energy initiatives, Integrated Planning & Advisory ensures utilities are prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead. “This expansion allows TRC to offer our clients a streamlined, agile approach to utility modernization, enabling organizations to transform their operations, optimize their processes and unlock their full potential,” said Ed Myszka, President of TRC’s Power Sector. “This integrated approach to energy planning and operations allows us to leverage technology, advanced analytics and flexible grid solutions to enable our clients to proactively manage risk, optimize investments and create a resilient, affordable and sustainable energy future.” Prominent TRC DISTRIBUTECH Sessions: Program highlights featuring the TRC team include: AI for Data Quality and Asset Management – Utility University Monday, March 24 , Room C148 8:00 AM Todd Slind, VP, Open Data and Development Utility Workforce Development Challenges and Solutions Wednesday, March 26, Room C155 1:00 PM Morteza Talebi, Chief of Workforce Development – TRC Learn more about TRC’s solutions, speakers and networking opportunities at DISTRIBUTECH or stop by Booth #5536. 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.
TRC Earns A- for Climate Disclosure for Second Year in a Row
March 17, 2025WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, earned a top score of A- from CDP (previously branded as the Carbon Disclosure Project). This is the second year TRC achieved an A- rating, placing the company in the Leadership band. Scoring in CDP’s Leadership band demonstrates TRC’s dedication and commitment to lowering emissions and the company’s impact on a more sustainable future. As part of TRC’s Net Zero by 2040 commitment, the company purchases 100 percent renewable energy for our 140 offices, and in the 2024 reporting year, TRC reduced our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30 percent over our baseline in 2019. TRC’s strategic focus is helping clients adapt to and mitigate climate risk through transformative solutions that further the energy transition. TRC’s team of 8,000+ practitioners assists clients with planning and implementing decarbonization strategies; exploring and executing new technologies (e.g., hydrogen, RNG, CCUS); designing and applying resiliency strategies and solutions; and navigating voluntary and mandatory climate disclosures. In fiscal year 2024, 67 percent of TRC’s gross revenue was derived from climate-related solutions. “We are honored to be recognized for a second time for our climate leadership,” said Karen Lutz, Vice President of Corporate Sustainability. “These ratings highlight our dedication to leading by example and engaging our entire value chain in combating climate change.” About CDP CDP is a not-for-profit entity that provides a global disclosure system for investors, companies and cities to publicly disclose their climate governance systems, risks and opportunities, strategies and associated metrics and targets. 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.
TRC Companies Ranked No. 9 in Environment Analyst’s Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment
February 24, 2025WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, ranked No. 9 in Environment Analyst‘s Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment. The rankings, researched and curated by Environment Analyst – a leading provider of business intelligence, networking opportunities and advisory services to the global environmental, ESG and professional services sector – identify the largest E&S consultancies in the world.
TRC Companies Further Invests in Infrastructure Capabilities with Executive Hire
February 5, 2025WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, announced that Jay Duncan has joined the company as Senior Vice President and Transportation Practice Leader for TRC’s Environment and Infrastructure Sector. In this role, Duncan will enhance the Company’s focus on advancing strategies to deliver large, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects with transportation agencies in the U.S. With more than 30 years of experience in transportation infrastructure planning and development, Duncan brings a wealth of expertise in all facets of project development, including feasibility studies, master plans, alternatives analysis, environmental analysis, and design and construction. The majority of his experience lies in leading complex infrastructure projects for all transportation modes. “Jay is a seasoned leader with deep expertise and a proven track record of delivering significant infrastructure projects,” said Vijay Gudivaka, President of Environment and Infrastructure at TRC. “I am confident Jay will strengthen our capabilities and position TRC for long-term success in delivering innovative and forward-thinking approaches to transportation challenges faced by our clients.” Prior to joining TRC, Duncan served as Senior Vice President of AECOM’s Global Transportation Planning practice. “I’m excited to be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure,” said Duncan. “I look forward to working with this talented team of practitioners and bringing TRC’s myriad of capabilities to our transportation clients throughout the country, which will drive impactful projects that serve communities for many years to come.” 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 at Linkedin.
TRC Companies Surpasses $2 Billion in Funding for Client Projects Supporting Clean Commercial Transportation and Clean Energy
February 4, 2025WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, announced today that it has surpassed $2 billion in funding secured for clients deploying clean commercial transportation and renewable energy projects across North America. On behalf of its clients, TRC has developed and submitted more than 650 successful grant applications and funding requests, creating new pathways for clients to achieve economic and environmental goals. Building on TRC’s long track record of submitting and managing grants for clients, the company continues to achieve a 90% success rate in its grant applications, a testament to the exceptional industry knowledge and grant writing expertise on TRC’s team. TRC specializes in helping clients secure local, state and federal funding for projects across the United States and Canada involving low- and zero-emission transportation technologies, renewable energy, energy storage and diverse clean energy solutions, including those serving utility client projects. Noteworthy projects that received funding through TRC’s support include: Over $40 million for the JETSI Project, which deployed 100 zero-emission Class 8 trucks across Southern California to operationalize zero-emission freight movement at scale. $44 million for Volvo LIGHTS, an initiative that implemented a blueprint for the complete ecosystem needed to successfully deploy commercial battery-electric trucks. $95 million for the Nevada Gold Mines 200 MW Solar Project, accelerating the decarbonization of mining operations in Northern Nevada. $15.4 million for the Frito-Lay Zero and Near Zero Emission Freight Facility (ZANZEFF) Project in Modesto, CA, to deploy an array of commercially available and pre-commercial ZE and NZE technologies as well as renewable power generation and energy storage. $5 million for Mariposa County Resource Conservation District to develop, demonstrate and deploy environmentally and economically sustainable biomass-to-energy systems for the forest and food waste sectors. $6.5 million for Foster Farms for projects to modify parking yards with EV charging parking stalls and implement emissions-reducing mechanical upgrades at five Foster Farms plants. $4.4 million for Otter Tail Power Company to enhance grid resiliency with next-generation technology. And leadership among several marquis funding programs, including EPA’s Targeted AirShed Grant Program, DOE’s SuperTruck Program, DOE’s Hydrogen Hubs Program, the DOT’s Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program, and FHWA’s National Electric Vehicle Initiative (NEVI) Formula Program. “We feel privileged to assist forward-thinking companies to achieve their goals to develop and demonstrate the commercial use of some of the most cutting-edge and advanced technologies in the marketplace today,” said Erik Neandross, President, Clean Transportation Solutions at TRC. “Managing multi-million-dollar grant applications can be daunting, but our team’s tenacity and knowledge ensures that our clients will successfully achieve their objectives while they remain focused on their core business activities.” TRC holds a distinct advantage in securing funding for clients, thanks to a team that combines master grant writers with seasoned project developers who bring deep expertise and forward thinking across a wide range of clean energy initiatives. From concept to completion, TRC’s team crafts highly competitive grant applications that emphasize community impact. Additionally, TRC’s extensive experience monitoring over 800 grant programs gives TRC awareness of the criteria agencies use to evaluate those applications, so that TRC can work with clients to enhance project elements for greater likelihood of winning grant funding. By working with TRC, clients are able to tap funding from sources such as Volkswagen Settlement Funds, Federal Highway Administration, DOE, South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD), California Air Resources Board (CARB), California Energy Commission (CEC), Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) programs, and many others. For more information about TRC’s industry-leading incentives services and the Funding 360 program, please visit our Clean Transportation Consulting page. 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.
TRC Companies Selects Pratima Poplai as Chief Growth Officer for Environment & Infrastructure
December 18, 2024WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), a global professional services firm providing integrated strategy, consulting, engineering and applied technologies in support of the energy transition, announced today that it has surpassed $2 billion in funding secured for clients deploying clean commercial transportation and renewable energy projects across North America. On behalf of its clients, TRC has developed and submitted more than 650 successful grant applications and funding requests, creating new pathways for clients to achieve economic and environmental goals. Building on TRC’s long track record of submitting and managing grants for clients, the company continues to achieve a 90% success rate in its grant applications, a testament to the exceptional industry knowledge and grant writing expertise on TRC’s team. TRC specializes in helping clients secure local, state and federal funding for projects across the United States and Canada involving low- and zero-emission transportation technologies, renewable energy, energy storage and diverse clean energy solutions, including those serving utility client projects. Noteworthy projects that received funding through TRC’s support include: Over $40 million for the JETSI Project, which deployed 100 zero-emission Class 8 trucks across Southern California to operationalize zero-emission freight movement at scale. $44 million for Volvo LIGHTS, an initiative that implemented a blueprint for the complete ecosystem needed to successfully deploy commercial battery-electric trucks. $95 million for the Nevada Gold Mines 200 MW Solar Project, accelerating the decarbonization of mining operations in Northern Nevada. $15.4 million for the Frito-Lay Zero and Near Zero Emission Freight Facility (ZANZEFF) Project in Modesto, CA, to deploy an array of commercially available and pre-commercial ZE and NZE technologies as well as renewable power generation and energy storage. $5 million for Mariposa County Resource Conservation District to develop, demonstrate and deploy environmentally and economically sustainable biomass-to-energy systems for the forest and food waste sectors. $6.5 million for Foster Farms for projects to modify parking yards with EV charging parking stalls and implement emissions-reducing mechanical upgrades at five Foster Farms plants. $4.4 million for Otter Tail Power Company to enhance grid resiliency with next-generation technology. And leadership among several marquis funding programs, including EPA’s Targeted AirShed Grant Program, DOE’s SuperTruck Program, DOE’s Hydrogen Hubs Program, the DOT’s Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program, and FHWA’s National Electric Vehicle Initiative (NEVI) Formula Program. “We feel privileged to assist forward-thinking companies to achieve their goals to develop and demonstrate the commercial use of some of the most cutting-edge and advanced technologies in the marketplace today,” said Erik Neandross, President, Clean Transportation Solutions at TRC. “Managing multi-million-dollar grant applications can be daunting, but our team’s tenacity and knowledge ensures that our clients will successfully achieve their objectives while they remain focused on their core business activities.” TRC holds a distinct advantage in securing funding for clients, thanks to a team that combines master grant writers with seasoned project developers who bring deep expertise and forward thinking across a wide range of clean energy initiatives. From concept to completion, TRC’s team crafts highly competitive grant applications that emphasize community impact. Additionally, TRC’s extensive experience monitoring over 800 grant programs gives TRC awareness of the criteria agencies use to evaluate those applications, so that TRC can work with clients to enhance project elements for greater likelihood of winning grant funding. By working with TRC, clients are able to tap funding from sources such as Volkswagen Settlement Funds, Federal Highway Administration, DOE, South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD), California Air Resources Board (CARB), California Energy Commission (CEC), Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) programs, and many others. For more information about TRC’s industry-leading incentives services and the Funding 360 program, please visit our Clean Transportation Consulting page. 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.
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