Natural Resource Protection

Natural resource protection focuses on restoring function and returning value to land and water systems. From watershed protection to site restoration, organizations are addressing legacy impacts while meeting modern regulatory and community expectations. This work turns environmental responsibility into measurable, lasting outcomes.

Turning Problems into Productive Land

Environmental progress depends on aligning science, engineering, and permitting. Coordinated approaches drive compliance and long-term stewardship across land and water systems. Key considerations include:

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What it takes to reclaim abandoned mine lands
Addressing acid drainage, soil stability, water quality, and long-term monitoring for century-old mining districts

02

How watershed modeling predicts flooding and protects water supplies
Using hydrology, stream restoration, and stormwater systems to balance human needs with ecological health

03

When environmental permitting should be addressed to avoid project delays
Integrating air, water, and land compliance strategies that keep operations moving while complying with regulatory standards

04

Why sustainable waste management reduces both impact and cost
Designing water treatment, industrial facility design, and solid waste systems that improve performance and lower operating expenses

05

Why contaminated industrial sites can become community assets again
Advancing mine closure strategies, site restoration, and decommissioning that address everything from geotechnical stability to community reinvestment

Integrated teams. Optimized solutions.

“Nature doesn’t need a pep talk. It needs smart protection and follow-through. When the work is done right, land and water recover, and communities actually get the benefits.”

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Cindie Kirby
Water Resource Engineer

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