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November 2019 Land Science Newsletter

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Managing Principal for ATON Langan Discusses Environmental Strategies for Protecting Assets

For Ron Carroll, owner and Managing Principal of ATON LLC, choosing a career in environmental remediation was both a personal and professional choice. That’s because when he was younger, Mr. Carroll lived near and had friends who were impacted by the Times Beach dioxin cleanup project in the St. Louis area. As a result of toxic chemicals being mixed with oil and applied to roads for dust control, a massive cleanup was initiated in St. Louis County. Consequently, the EPA ended up buying many of the homes within the town to facilitate an effective cleanup in the area. Understandably, this environmental hazard and subsequent remediation project left an indelible impression on Mr. Carroll. Learn more in our client spotlight.

7 Reasons to Hire a Land Science Certified Applicator

The effectiveness of a vapor intrusion mitigation (VIM) system depends on the quality of its installation. Improper installation can lead to vapors entering occupied spaces, potentially harming human health, and exposing the owners to legal liability. In order to minimize the possibility of system failure, it is highly advisable to hire an applicator who has undergone a rigorous certification process demonstrating they can meet strict manufacturer installation standards. Hiring an applicator who has not been certified can lead to substandard installation, system failure, and increased risk to human health. Download the ebook to learn more.

5 Reasons to Consider a Preemptive Vapor Barrier to Protect Your Property Investment

Historically, easily-punctured thin-mil plastic sheets or inflexible and difficult-to-seal High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Barriers were the only option for vapor mitigation at large warehouses or sites where regulatory requirements were not a driving risk factor. These solutions offered either chemical resistance or constructability, but not both. Composed of an innovative, metalized-film, MonoShield sets the standard for preventing diffusion and permeation of chemical vapors. Its nitrile-based asphalt latex ensures a seal far more effective and easier to apply than tape-based or heat-welded systems. Download the ebook to learn more.

MonoShield Vapor Barrier Installed at Former Hazel Park Raceway Speeds Up Redevelopment

The former Hazel Park Raceway was located in a designated Opportunity Zone, which was established by the US Federal Treasury to encourage businesses to invest in blighted properties by providing tax incentives. Hazel Park welcomed the economic development and the promise of future jobs coming to the community through this key redevelopment project. With MonoShield offering a more reliable, cost-effective solution, the project was assured of meeting milestones and staying on time and on budget.

Download Brochure: MonoShield Reinforced Aluminum Vapor Barrier

Tip 9 To Maximize Your Investment With Opportunity Zones

Retro-Coat can be used in situations where structures cannot be torn down. This chemically resistant coating can allow property owners to protect their tenants and investment with little down time. Applying Retro-Coat can provide a building owner with long-term assurance that the vapor intrusion risk has been successfully mitigated, while at the same time, reducing the overall mitigation cost and avoiding the need to alter the building’s foundation. To learn more about our other Opportunity Zones tips, download the eBook.

Upcoming Events

	NGWA Groundwater Week 12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV Visit conference website
	A&WMA 2020 Annual Seminar 1/23/2020, Buffalfo, NY Visit conference website
	SAME Small Business Day 2/6/2020, Waltham, MA Visit conference website
	Alaska Forum on the Environment 2/10 – 2/14/2020, Alaska, AK Visit conference website
	Emerging Contaminants Summit 3/10 – 3/11/2020, Westminster, CO Visit conference website
	30th Annual International Conference on Soils, Water, Energy, and Air 3/16 – 3/19/2020, San Diego, CA Visit conference website

Questions?

REGENESIS has remediation experts based worldwide to assist you in your brownfield site cleanup. As the technology leader in advanced bioremediation solutions, we can help ensure success on your next remediation project. Use the map on our website to find your regional REGENESIS contact today.

October 2019 Land Science Newsletter

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When it comes to playing a part in cleaning up the environment, Matt Ambrusch, Environmental Project Manager for Langan, realizes he has a responsibility to help ensure healthy and safe communities. Throughout his career, Ambrusch has made significant contributions to the success of his clients and their projects, particularly in the field of pneumatic technologies. He states, “My personal focus has been on pneumatic solutions that include air sparging, soil vapor extraction, multi-phase extraction, vapor mitigation, and even methane mitigation and collection. I also help lead the charge to develop and grow our two-dimensional and three-dimensional pneumatic modeling practice,” Learn more in our client spotlight.

6 Reasons to Specify a Vapor Barrier Offering the Highest Level of Chemical Resistance

For properties where there is underlying contamination that cannot be removed and represents a serious risk to human health, it is important to have a solution that can effectively mitigate that risk and provide both building occupants and owners assurances that they are shielded from physical and financial harm. TerraShield offers a higher level of protection compared to any vapor barrier system available today. With industry- leading standards for installation along with robust warranty options, there is simply no better option on the market for industrial, commercial, or residential vapor intrusion mitigation.

Download Brochure: TerraShield Aluminum Nitrile Vapor Barrier

TerraShield is a significant step forward for vapor intrusion barriers. Employing an innovative dual-metalized film technology, TerraShield provides superior chemical resistance over any existing vapor barrier currently on the market. Download the brochure to learn more about TerraShield.

When considering an investment in Opportunity Zones, it is important to choose a vapor barrier system offering the highest chemical resistance. Nitra-Core is lab-tested to be up to 10x more effective than typical spray-applied SBR asphalt material. To learn more about our other Opportunity Zones tips, download the eBook.

Webinar Recording Now Available

Incorporating CSIA in Vapor Intrusion Investigations

Land Science presented a webinar with Dora Taggart, President of Microbial Insights, Inc., and Sam Rosolina, PhD, Analytical Chemist and Manager of the Compound Specific Isotope Analysis (CSIA) Laboratory at Microbial Insights. In this webinar, Dora and Sam discussed incorporating CSIA in vapor intrusion investigations. They were joined by Tom Szocinski, CEP, Director of Vapor Intrusion at Land Science, who discussed innovative new vapor barrier technologies that are more protective and more cost-effective. The recording of this free webinar is now available.

About the Presenters:

Dora Taggart
President, Microbial Insights, Inc.

Dora Taggart is the President of Microbial Insights, Inc. in Knoxville, Tennessee. She received a Biomedical Engineering degree from Vanderbilt University and has focused on the optimization and implementation of molecular tools for environmental remediation, microbiologically-influenced corrosion and microbial source tracking. Since joining Microbial Insights in 2001, she has developed and commercialized over 60 different nucleic acid-based analyses. Under her direction, Microbial Insights has become a worldwide provider of molecular tools for leading consulting firms, government agencies and academia. Ms. Taggart runs national and international workshops on these tools. She has more than 20 peer reviewed co-authored publications and is often invited to speak at conferences around the world.

Sam Rosolina, PhD
CSIA Lab Director, Microbial Insights, Inc.

Sam Rosolina is Director of the Compound Specific Isotope Analysis (CSIA) Laboratory at Microbial Insights. Dr. Rosolina received his B.A. in Chemistry from Berea College in Kentucky and went on to complete a PhD in Analytical Chemistry at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Sam is constantly working to broaden the scope of remediation analysis through the implementation of cutting edge methods and instrumentation, and is focused on making these analytical methods more accessible overall.

Tom Szocinski, CEP
Director of Vapor Intrusion, Land Science

Upcoming Events

	Northwest Remediation Conference 10/3/2019, Tacoma, WA Visit conference website
	Remediation Technologies Symposium 2019 10/16 – 10/18/2019, Banff, AB Visit conference website
	35th Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water, and Energy 10/21 – 10/24/2019, Amherst, MA Visit conference website
	Railroad Environmental Conference 10/22 – 10/23/2019, Urbana, IL Visit conference website
	GRA Remediation Conference 11/13 – 11/14/2019, Santa Ana, CA Visit conference website
	NGWA Groundwater Week 12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV Visit conference website

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August 2019 Land Science Newsletter

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Watch Video: TerraShield Aluminum Nitrile Vapor Barrier – Lab Tested >100x More Effective

The TerraShield system provides superior chemical resistance over any existing vapor barrier currently on the market. Developed by the R&D scientists at Land Science to offer the best available protection against contaminant vapor intrusion, it is the ideal vapor mitigation solution for residential, industrial, and commercial developments with volatile contaminant impacts that represent significant health hazards and economic liabilities. Watch the video to learn more about this revolutionary new technology.

Download Brochure: TerraShield Aluminum Nitrile Vapor Barrier

A Proven Vapor Barrier System Now Improved With Nitrile

Nitra-Seal™ is an update/improvement on current vapor barrier systems. An acknowledged weakness in these systems is in the penetration and perimeter termination locations, where spray-applied core material composed of Styrene-Butadiene (SB) latex/ asphalt is used. Nitra-Seal offers a substantial upgrade as it employs a more chemically resistant nitrile latex instead of the more susceptible SB latex. Nitra-Seal is a composite system creating the ideal blend between constructability and chemical resistance by using both high density polyethylene (HDPE) and nitrile-advanced, spray-applied asphalt core. Learn more and download the product brochure below.

Download Brochure: Nitra-Seal Advanced Vapor Barrier

This case study reviews a pilot test to remove PFAS risk at Camp Grayling, a large year-round military training center in Crawford County, Michigan operated by the Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG). This innovative approach uses an in situ colloidal activated carbon barrier to eliminate the PFAS exposure pathway and protect the community. Results 170 days post-application show PFAS and PCE reduced to below target levels. Colloidal activated carbon was selected because of the expected rapid reductions of PFAS by removal from the dissolved mobile phase, as well as its lower total project costs when compared to operating a mechanical system over a similar time.

Client Spotlight: Thomas Donn, Senior President of EnviroSouth

When Thomas Donn decided to launch his own environmental consulting business in March of 2001, his primary goal was to provide practical solutions to emerging environmental challenges. He also wanted to cement and deliver on their mantra of, “on budget, on time, and no surprises”, as a way to firmly differentiate themselves from other environmental remediation firms. Fast forward to today, and it is clear Donn has successfully grown and positioned EnviroSouth into a leading environmental consulting company. Headquartered in Greeneville, SC, EnviroSouth offers its clients an array of services that include soil and groundwater remediation, real estate environmental site assessment, soil and groundwater contamination assessment, Brownfields property restoration, and other environmental related services. Donn shares, “We have become successful in setting ourselves apart from the competition. And that’s why many of our clients rely on EnviroSouth environmental consultants year after year for all their environmental needs.” Learn more in our client spotlight.

A Cost-Effective Vapor Barrier with Superior Constructability

MonoShield is a chemically resistant and easy-to-apply barrier specifically designed as a preemptive solution for vapor intrusion at brownfield redevelopment sites. It is backed by unparalleled design support and a network of certified applicators who can ensure quality installtion. As with any construction project, but especially with regards to a voluntary preemptive action, cost is often a critical factor; MonoShield was designed with this in mind. One of the most significant advantages is reduced installation time. MonoShield can be installed 30-40% faster than alternate plastic sheeting or HDPE systems. This saves money by reducing contractor costs and shortening the development timeline. Learn more and download the product brochure below.

See The Difference: MonoShield vs. Tape-Applied Systems

Webinar Recording: Introducing MonoShield

Land Science recently presented a webinar with Land Science Director of Vapor Intrusion Tom Szocinksi, CEP and REGENESIS Director of Research & Development Kristen Thoreson, PhD. During this webinar presentation, Tom discussed an innovative new vapor intrusion barrier technology called MonoShield. A chemically resistant and easy-to-apply barrier, MonoShield is specifically designed as a preemptive solution for vapor intrusion at brownfield redevelopment sites. The recording of this webinar is now available.

About the Presenters:

Tom Szocinski, CEP
Director of Vapor Intrusion, Land Science

Tom Szocinski is the Director of Vapor Intrusion of the Land Science division of REGENESIS, Inc. In his role, Tom provides executive leadership, market strategy and sales support, while further strengthening relationships with state and federal regulators, applicators and environmental consultants. Tom is a nationally recognized vapor intrusion expert with over 14 years’ experience as an environmental scientist, focusing on vapor intrusion assessment and mitigation, remediation, site assessment, and Brownfield site management. He has served on both state and federal regulatory vapor intrusion review boards, assisting with development of vapor intrusion and mitigation guidance, regulations, and exposure criteria. He has designed and implemented numerous nationally recognized and award winning vapor mitigation systems across the United States for both private and government sites. Tom earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Lake Superior State University in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Tom enjoys the outdoors from hunting and fishing, to hiking and camping with his wife and children.

Kristen Thoreson, PhD
Director of Research and Development, REGENESIS

Dr. Kristen Thoreson heads the chemical research and product development program at REGENESIS. Her team is focused on developing advanced technologies for the treatment of recalcitrant compounds in mixed environmental media. She is trained as a chemist, and her graduate and post-doctorate research focused on mechanistic investigations of chlorinated ethene degradation pathways using molecular models and compound specific isotope analysis (CSIA) for both biotic and abiotic systems. She obtained her BSc in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, and her PhD in inorganic chemistry from the University of Minnesota. She also spent time as a postdoctoral associate at the Helmholtz Zentrum in Munich, Germany as a part of the Research Unit for Environmental Organic Isotope Chemistry.

Upcoming Events

	Georgia Environmental Conference 8/21 – 8/23/2019, Jekyll Island, GA Visit conference website
	Northwest Remediation Conference 10/3/2019, Tacoma, WA Visit conference website
	35th Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water, and Energy 10/21 – 10/24/2019, Amherst, MA Visit conference website
	Railroad Environmental Conference 10/22 – 10/23/2019, Urbana, IL Visit conference website
	GRA Remediation Conference 11/13 – 11/14/2019, Santa Ana, CA Visit conference website
	NGWA Groundwater Week 12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV Visit conference website

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CASE STUDY: Big Box Retail Store Receives “No Further Action” Status after Geo-Seal Application

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Project Highlights

Incorporated the new Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s (IEPA) Tiered Approach to Corrective Action Objectives (TACO) legislation vapor intrusion regulations
Geo-Seal® applied to 150,000 square feet of commercial space
Geo-Seal® application helped obtain a “No Further Action” letter

Project Summary

Geo-Seal was selected to mitigate vapor intrusion at a new retail development in Skokie, Illinois. The former industrial site was contaminated with chlorinated solvents (PCE, TCE, DCE and VC) and regulatory agencies required mitigation. A developer purchased the underutilized 15-acre light industrial business park for redevelopment and initial due diligence investigations identified numerous environmental issues on the property.

Geo-Seal was applied to 150,000-square-feet of retail space and the applicator was able to meet union labor guidelines for the project. Vapor intrusion risks were also mitigated at a fast-food restaurant and bank on-site through the application of Geo-Seal. The site was issued a draft “No Further Remediation” letter with the final letter issued upon completion of the engineered barriers constructed as part of the redevelopment.

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Combined Technologies Treat High Vapor and TCE Levels at Michigan Facility

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Project highlights

Redeveloped facility delivers jobs to Michigan community
Simultaneous use of Retro-Coat^™ and Vapor-Vent^™
reduced number of SSD points
Approximately 30,000 square feet of Retro-Coat successfully applied
Retro‐Coat provided a durable finish for vehicle traffic and heavy equipment in a manufacturing setting

Project summary

St. Johns-based F.C. Mason company was provided a $1 million Clean Michigan Initiative Brownfields grant from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) to move its operations to the former Federal Mogul manufacturing facility which was vacated in 2008. F.C. Mason Company was founded in 1898 and specializes in manufacturing parts for agricultural, construction and industrial equipment. The acquisition of the 265,00-square-foot facility allows F.C. Mason Company to expand operations and bring back valuable jobs to Clinton County. Michigan-based Soil and Materials Engineers, Inc. (SME) was consulted to address the suspected environmental and vapor intrusion concerns resulting from years of manufacturing activities at the site.

Trichloroethylene (TCE) contaminated areas were present in one section of the building. In 2009, in situ chemical treatment of the “hot spot” areas was conducted employing RegenOx^® technology (REGENESIS^®, San Clemente, CA). However, a vapor intrusion condition was later identified and mitigation was needed. Retro‐Coat was selected to be used in conjunction with an active sub‐slab depressurization (SSD) system. By simultaneously utilizing the two mitigation approaches, SME was able to reduce the number of SSD points in the design and the total area requiring the vapor intrusion barrier coating. MDEQ approved of the plan. A certified Retro‐Coat applicator installed 6 mils of red Retro-Coat Primer and 20 mils of grey Retro-Coat along with a broadcasted aggregate to provide a non-slip surface. The contrast in color between Primer and Retro-Coat allows the clear identification of wear over time, prompting repair if needed, and ensuring long‐term protection from vapor intrusion.

Technology Description

Retro‐Coat^™ Vapor Intrusion Coating System is a complete product line that consists of chemically resistant materials to protect existing structures from the threat of contaminant vapor intrusion without the need for additional concrete protection. The Retro‐Coat system has been subjected to rigorous testing procedures to prove its ability to combat the most aggressive chemical vapors. The system is rated for industrial use providing a durable finished surface suitable for vehicular traffic. Retro‐Coat coating technology was specifically developed for vapor intrusion.

Vapor‐Vent^™ is a low profile vent system that can be used in lieu of slotted PVC pipe. The speed of installation and the proximity of the vent to the barrier provide cost savings and performance benefits compared to other technologies.

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MonoShield Vapor Barrier Installed at Former Hazel Park Raceway Speeds Up Redevelopment

Download Brochure: MonoShield Reinforced Aluminum Vapor Barrier

Upcoming Events

NGWA Groundwater Week

12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV Visit conference website

A&WMA 2020 Annual Seminar

1/23/2020, Buffalfo, NY Visit conference website

SAME Small Business Day

2/6/2020, Waltham, MA Visit conference website

Alaska Forum on the Environment

2/10 – 2/14/2020, Alaska, AK Visit conference website

Emerging Contaminants Summit

3/10 – 3/11/2020, Westminster, CO Visit conference website

30th Annual International Conference on Soils, Water, Energy, and Air

3/16 – 3/19/2020, San Diego, CA Visit conference website

Questions?

6 Reasons to Specify a Vapor Barrier Offering the Highest Level of Chemical Resistance

Download Brochure: TerraShield Aluminum Nitrile Vapor Barrier

Webinar Recording Now Available

About the Presenters:

Dora Taggart President, Microbial Insights, Inc.

Sam Rosolina, PhD CSIA Lab Director, Microbial Insights, Inc.

Tom Szocinski, CEP Director of Vapor Intrusion, Land Science

Upcoming Events

Northwest Remediation Conference

10/3/2019, Tacoma, WA

Remediation Technologies Symposium 2019

10/16 – 10/18/2019, Banff, AB

35th Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water, and Energy

10/21 – 10/24/2019, Amherst, MA

Railroad Environmental Conference

10/22 – 10/23/2019, Urbana, IL

GRA Remediation Conference

11/13 – 11/14/2019, Santa Ana, CA

NGWA Groundwater Week

12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV

Questions?

Watch Video: TerraShield Aluminum Nitrile Vapor Barrier – Lab Tested >100x More Effective

Download Brochure: TerraShield Aluminum Nitrile Vapor Barrier

A Proven Vapor Barrier System Now Improved With Nitrile

Download Brochure: Nitra-Seal Advanced Vapor Barrier

Client Spotlight: Thomas Donn, Senior President of EnviroSouth

A Cost-Effective Vapor Barrier with Superior Constructability

See The Difference: MonoShield vs. Tape-Applied Systems

Webinar Recording: Introducing MonoShield

About the Presenters:

Tom Szocinski, CEP Director of Vapor Intrusion, Land Science

Kristen Thoreson, PhD Director of Research and Development, REGENESIS

Upcoming Events

Georgia Environmental Conference

8/21 – 8/23/2019, Jekyll Island, GA

Northwest Remediation Conference

10/3/2019, Tacoma, WA

35th Annual International Conference on Soils, Sediments, Water, and Energy

10/21 – 10/24/2019, Amherst, MA

Railroad Environmental Conference

10/22 – 10/23/2019, Urbana, IL

GRA Remediation Conference

11/13 – 11/14/2019, Santa Ana, CA

NGWA Groundwater Week

12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV

Questions?

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12/3 – 12/5/2019, Las Vegas, NV
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1/23/2020, Buffalfo, NY
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2/6/2020, Waltham, MA
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2/10 – 2/14/2020, Alaska, AK
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3/10 – 3/11/2020, Westminster, CO
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Dora Taggart
President, Microbial Insights, Inc.

Sam Rosolina, PhD
CSIA Lab Director, Microbial Insights, Inc.

Tom Szocinski, CEP
Director of Vapor Intrusion, Land Science

Tom Szocinski, CEP
Director of Vapor Intrusion, Land Science

Kristen Thoreson, PhD
Director of Research and Development, REGENESIS