Environmental and 
Civil Engineering

MATRIX provides all aspects of environmental assessment and analysis, including strategic planning for regulatory compliance.  MATRIX Associates have extensive experience in both the industrial and government sectors to fully understand all components of complex environmental issues.  Specific areas include:

 

	Archival Research and Analysis
	Data Analysis & Interpretation
	Environmental Impact Statements
	Environmental Permitting
	Project  Planning and Management
	Site Investigations and Remediation
	Natural Resource Damage Assessments and Settlement Negotiations
	Dam Safety and Inspections

Archival Research & Analysis – includes the reconstruction of historical operations and practices which facilitate assignment of environmental responsibility among historical contributors. MATRIX applies its demonstrated skills in archival research and analysis pertaining to land use, land management, waste management practices, and environmental regulations.  Back to the Top.

Data Analysis and Interpretation – amplifies the understanding and communication of technical information by turning raw data into a meaningful message.  MATRIX adds value to data and information that is so costly to gather, through skilled analysis and interpretation.   Back to the Top.

Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) – describe and evaluate impacts to environmental resources (air, water, land)) from proposed agency actions. Project development benefits from effectual EIS’s that incorporate MATRIX's experience in issues identification, data collection, analysis and interpretation, alternatives development, and community relations. Environmental Assessments (EA) are often completed to facilitate preparation of an EIS when one is necessary or to aid an agency’s compliance with NEPA when no EIS is required.  Back to the Top.

Environmental Permitting – is required in a variety of operations and from a number of regulatory agencies. Companies benefit from MATRIX's experience in all phases of permitting including initial evaluation, regulatory interface, modeling, data analysis, control technology review and recommendations, permit application preparation and submittal and follow-up/review.   MATRIX brings their in-depth knowledge of application tog ether with their communication skills for effective public presentation. also be required.  Back to the Top.

Project Planning and Management – is integral to any successful project. MATRIX builds an organization structured to manage and coordinate the cost, schedule and regulatory constraints with the technical and project objectives. MATRIX applies its understanding of environmental regulations on the local, state and federal levels to develop cost-effective solutions and compliance strategies for business and government.  Back to the Top.

Site Investigations and Remediation – include site characterization, contamination extent, mobility and transport, and developing plans for soil and groundwater removal or treatment. MATRIX has been successful in satisfaction of state and federal regulatory agencies as well as site closure for projects involving the private sector as well as chemical, mining, timber, energy and petroleum industries.  Back to the Top.

Natural Resource Damage Assessments – can support negotiated settlements through scientific, engineering and legal expertise that accomplish your objectives. MATRIX can assist industry, tribes, and federal, state, and local governments in natural resource damage assessments and lawsuits under the Clean Water Act and Superfund Acts. MATRIX experts understand the complexity of the NRDA process, the scope of liability and damages, as well as the effective environmental remedies.  Back to the Top.

Dam Safety and Inspections  -    designs and analyzes dams for federal and tribal governments.  MATRIX services include safety evaluations, hazard assessments,  construction management, inspections and operations in accordance with the Federal Dam Safety Guidelines. Back to the Top.