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TRC Ranked #6 in Environment Analyst’s U.S. Environmental and Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment
May 28, 2025The report identifies the key players in the U.S. environmental & sustainability (E&S) consulting market by E&S consulting revenue. 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, ranked #6 in Environment Analyst’s U.S. Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment. The report, researched and curated by Environment Analyst, provides critical insights into market dynamics, industry rankings, revenue breakdowns, M&A activity and forecasted growth. “Earning the #6 spot reflects TRC’s commitment to creating new pathways for our clients to thrive in a rapidly changing environment,” said Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC. “It’s an honor for our team and a testament to the impact we can have as we make the Earth a better place to live.” The report is based on data from 27 leading U.S. E&S consulting firms that account for 80 percent of the total U.S. market, with a combined revenue of $18.9bn in 2023. The data featured in the report for the U.S. top 27 leading companies is based on figures for their financial year ending in 2023 (2024 for the companies with FY ending in March). 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 #17 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’s Cliff Gladstein Receives Breath of Life Award for Lifetime Leadership in Clean Transportation and Energy
May 14, 2025Gladstein serves as a senior leader on the Clean Transportation Solutions team at TRC, where he drives market strategy to accelerate the adoption of low- and zero-emission commercial transportation technologies. WINDSOR, Conn. TRC Companies, Inc. (TRC), Breathe Southern California has presented its 2025 Breath of Life Award to Cliff Gladstein, a nationally recognized environmental advocate and founding president of Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), for his decades of leadership in accelerating the adoption of clean fuels and zero-emission technologies. The award was presented on May 13 at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills during the organization’s gala celebrating its 122-year legacy of advancing clean air through research, education, and advocacy. Gladstein, whose firm was acquired by TRC Companies in 2023, now serves as a senior leader on the Clean Transportation Solutions team at TRC, continuing to guide nationwide efforts to reduce emissions from the commercial transportation sector. “Cliff Gladstein is extremely deserving of being named our Breath of Life Award® recipient,” said Marc Carrel, President & CEO of Breathe Southern California, the nonprofit organization presenting the honor. “Cliff is a pioneer in the clean transportation and clean energy industries and was involved before most people knew what alternative fuels and EVs were. The world of transportation and energy has changed dramatically since the 1990s and many of those changes wouldn’t have happened if it were not for the leadership and hard work of Cliff Gladstein. He pushed policymakers and vehicle makers to understand the benefits of transitioning to cleaner cars, trucks, buses, ships and aircraft. That has made our air cleaner and our families healthier.” In 1993, Gladstein founded Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), then known as Gladstein & Associates (G&A), to accelerate the deployment of low- and zero-emission vehicles, ultra-low carbon fuels, and infrastructure for commercial transportation. That work continues at TRC, where Gladstein’s team has managed more clean fleet deployment projects than any other firm in North America, facilitated the development of some of the world’s largest alternative fuel corridors, and secured more than $2 billion in grants and funding for clean transportation projects. The team has also created leading educational conferences to help fleets and stakeholders navigate the transition to sustainable transportation solutions. Gladstein's key career milestones include: Served as the principal consultant on the drafting of the first Clean Air Plan for the City of Los Angeles in the early 1990s. Created the Interstate Clean Transportation Corridor (ICTC) project in the mid-1990s to promote use of clean alternative fuels in goods movement, which led to the deployment of clean natural gas and electric trucks—reducing diesel fuel use by billions of gallons. Worked directly with Carl Moyer on the development of the ICTC. Moyer, among the first scientists to advocate for replacing diesel trucks as a policy priority, coined the phrase that inspired Gladstein’s decades-long work: “It’s the trucks, stupid.” Oversaw clean truck project deployments, starting with funding for 25 LNG gas trucks and an LNG fueling station at Harris Ranch—the first of thousands of low- and zero-emission trucks and hundreds of fueling and charging stations. Helped lead the passage of legislation establishing the Texas Emission Reduction Plan (TERP), perhaps second only to California in investing in heavy-duty emission reduction deployment projects. In the early 2000s, partnered with Waste Management (WM) to secure mobile emission reduction credits for the Otay Mesa energy project—the first time that mobile sources were used to generate credits for stationary projects. This groundbreaking program fueled a major transition to natural gas refuse trucks and improved air quality in residential neighborhoods. Co-lead the Hydrogen Energy California project, which expanded understanding of hydrogen as a strategy to reduce pollution, address climate change, and diversify energy resources. Led the creation of the conferences Renewable Gas 360, Rethink Methane, and the California Hydrogen Leadership Summit—events focused on educating Sacramento policymakers on the important role of renewable gases and hydrogen in California’s clean energy future. “I am deeply honored to receive the Breath of Life Award from Breathe Southern California,” said Cliff Gladstein. “This recognition underscores the collective efforts of our TRC team and our commitment to advancing clean fuels and transportation technologies. We are making significant strides in improving air quality and promoting sustainable energy solutions, and I am proud to be part of this transformative journey.” Gladstein holds a BA in both Public Policy and Religion (Duke University), a master’s in Middle Eastern Studies (University of Texas at Austin), a master's in political science (UCLA), and a master's in urban planning (UCLA). Throughout his career, Gladstein has served as: Chairman of the board for both Heal the Bay and the Coalition for Clean Air President of the California League of Conservation Voters Education Fund Vice president of the California League of Conservation Voters Advisor to the USC Sustainable Cities Program Advisor to the Duke University Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions Lecturer at UCLA’s Institute for Environment and Sustainability, where he taught Leadership in Air Quality Policy for seven years Breathe Southern California is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lung health and advancing clean air initiatives across the region. The organization promotes education, early diagnosis, and support for individuals with respiratory conditions—while also advocating for clean technologies, sustainable energy solutions, and public policies that reduce air pollution and fight climate change. Each year, Breathe Southern California presents its Breath of Life Award to honor individuals whose leadership has significantly contributed to cleaner air and healthier communities. 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 #17 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 Expands Solutions for Comprehensive Data Center Development
May 5, 2025Delivering Integrated Services to Accelerate Sustainable and Scalable Data Center Growth 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, announced an expanded suite of end-to-end solutions specifically designed for data center development. Demand for cloud computing, AI growth and uninterrupted digital connectivity are at an all-time high, putting pressure on existing and new data centers to keep up with substantial rates of growth. Concurrently, utility grid support is critical to supporting data center growth as utilities face mounting pressures from aging infrastructure, cybersecurity threats and complex regulatory environments. In response, TRC’s integrated services support every phase of data center projects, including strategic site selection, permitting, feasibility, grid interconnection, environmental compliance, engineering, construction management and final commissioning. TRC’s holistic model enables developers to build data centers more efficiently, sustainably and cost-effectively while ensuring alignment with broader utility and infrastructure modernization initiatives. “Today's data center projects require a strategic partner capable of managing complexity at every stage,” said Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC. “By integrating our electrification expertise with unparalleled market insight and deep industry relationships with energy and power executives as well as federal and state entities/officials, TRC offers a dynamic solution that streamlines development, ensures sustainability and tackles the toughest challenges, empowering our clients to build the data centers of the future.” Leveraging extensive utility-side experience, TRC’s tested practitioners across engineering, environmental services and strategic advisory practices deliver a cohesive and integrated approach focused on addressing the unique demands of data center developers and contractors. By combining the proven experience of our teams in power infrastructure with a thorough understanding of data center market needs, TRC ensures clients stay ahead in a constantly evolving landscape, so they are ready to meet the growing demands for reliable, high-performance digital connectivity,” added Ed Myszka, President of TRC’s Power Sector. Explore how TRC’s integrated approach can address every aspect of data center development from navigating regulatory requirements to ensuring seamless grid interconnection and operational efficiency. 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 #17 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. 17 on Engineering News-Record List of Top 500 Design Firms
May 1, 2025For the third year in a row, TRC ranked in the top 20 design firms. 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, proudly ranked No. 17 on Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) annual list of the Top 500 Design Firms. TRC also ranked 9th in ENR’s list of Top 100 Pure Designers, 5th in Power and 9th in Hazardous Waste. ENR’s list ranks both publicly and privately held U.S. companies based on revenue in the previous calendar year.
TRC acquires Rampart, a Leader in Land Rights Acquisition
April 16, 2025Rampart will expand TRC’s capabilities in the utilities, oil and gas, and renewable energy markets 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 acquired Rampart, a land rights acquisition company headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Rampart provides comprehensive right-of-way, permitting and land services to utility, oil and gas, renewable energy and public works companies in the Southern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. Rampart brings long-standing relationships with key clients in the energy and infrastructure sector. “Rampart is poised for significant growth in the utility, renewables and pipeline sector driven by rising demand for power and support from Federal and State clean energy policies,” said Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC. “With this acquisition, we are well positioned to capitalize on additional investment in the power and energy markets.” “TRC is a leader in the energy market and a seamless fit for driving our company’s growth,” said Allan Butler, President of Rampart. “By joining forces, we are unlocking new opportunities for growth, innovation and excellence.” Morrissey Goodale served as the exclusive financial advisor to Rampart. 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 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.
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