Remediation, Sustainability, & Geocomposite Technology

Wednesday, May 1st ~ 12-2pm EST

Presenters: Trevor Walker & Wayne Harris

Increasing demands for contaminated site cleanup and groundwater protection drive the necessity for sustainable solutions, such as active geocomposite mats. These mats, comprising layered geotextiles with sorbents, effectively capture PFAS, hydrocarbons, and other compounds, and are deployed in areas with contaminated sediments, soils, and surface water. Attendees will learn about the composition and applications of active geocomposite mats, the essential performance factors for their implementation, the project design requirements, and their contribution to a more sustainable remediation strategy. Moreover, the session will include a detailed examination of a case history, illustrating their real-world application and efficacy.

Trevor Walker is a professional engineer and is the Business Development Manager for Environmental Engineering Applications with HUESKER Inc. Mr. Walker is currently engaged in projects including remediation of contaminated sediment, PFAS contaminated soils, and the containment of aggressive leachates from Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) impoundments. Mr. Walker also contributes to HUESKER’s development of new and existing products, and works with industry professionals to cultivate new environmental protection solutions that utilize active geocomposite technology.

Wayne Harris, C.Tech., is an Environmental Technician and Senior Project Manager for Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc. with 30 years of experience in a variety of environmental and heavy civil disciplines. A Certified Technician with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, Wayne has direct experience managing and supervising projects for soil and groundwater remediation, brownfield remediation, marine remediation, site decommissioning, landfill construction and closure, heavy civil construction projects including site servicing, excavation and grading, and implementing project specific health and safety plans, policies and procedures.