Geo-Environmental & Geotechnical Engineering 
- Waste characterization and analyses
- Planning studies/Alternatives analyses
- Site/facility selection
- Permit applications
- Design solutions
- Construction solutions
- Environmental compliance
- Operations, closure and post-closure
- Earthen- and geosynthetic-lined containment systems
Creating New Pathways to Thrive
Practical, Cost-Effective Solutions for the Most Demanding Land-Based Engineering Challenges.
When you need a window to the underground, TRC provides comprehensive, practical and cost-effective geotechnical engineering and geo-environmental solutions to help you plan and design a site, minimize environmental liability, manage the project and achieve your objectives.
TRC’s geotechnical and geo-environmental engineering practitioners develop and implement cost-effective design and construction technologies that minimize environmental liability, help achieve organizational goals, consider long-term sustainability, implement beneficial reuse and meet regulatory requirements.
Our Grounded Visionaries Resolve Your Most Complex Challenges
As a trusted partner to our clients, we work with you to develop strategic and practical approaches that meet both business and environmental responsibilities.
We help identify innovative capital and operational cost-saving measures and offer risk-sharing alternatives and contracting flexibility to provide turnkey design/build solutions from concept through construction. We also provide advanced technology tools and solutions that support design, improve project management and use data to increase efficiency and save time.
Our tested practitioners help resolve your unique challenges. We have a breadth of industry experience and expertise in complex projects including coal combustion residuals, solid waste management, reshoring and renewable energy development.
Comprehensive Geo-Environmental Engineering Tools and Digital Solutions
TRC offers digital visualization capabilities to help our clients elevate design, gain valuable insights and analyze data to make better decisions.
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Comprehensive CAD solutions from experienced CAD practitioners deliver the detail and accuracy you need with valuable industry insights to elevate your designs with visual aids and 3D models.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Information in easy-to-follow graphics uses the power of GIS technology to help our clients solve problems and make better, more informed decisions.
3D Visualizations and Visual Impact Assessments
Dynamic, digital tools capture, analyze and visualize data. These solutions give you the power to see the impact of visual environmental changes before they’re made, help guide decisions and address any unforeseen subjective issues before they arise.
Connected EnviroView™
Leverage large volumes of environmental data with tech-enabled processes and solutions to increase efficiency, accuracy and strategic advantage. Technology solutions address Data Capture, Data Management and Data Visualization. EnviroView allows teams to explore project updates in real time and easily communicate progress to other parts of the organization with customized charts, graphics and dashboards.
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Geo-Environmental & Geotechnical Engineering
Published November 9, 2021
Geo-Environmental (GeoEv) Engineering
Published November 9, 2021
Our Integrated Geo-Environmental Engineering Solutions Include:
- Construction inspection and testing
- Foundation investigations
- Geotechnical site assessments
- Levee evaluation
- Liquefaction analysis
- Site stabilization/ground modification programs
- Slope stability studies
- Soil and rock mechanics
- Subsurface borings for geologic characterization
- Groundwater monitoring
- Data reporting
- Groundwater surface mapping and flow direction identification
- Subsurface soil strata investigation
- Computer modeling of groundwater and geology
- Geophysical testing
- Visual and laboratory classification
- Permeability tests
- Direct shear tests
- Triaxial shear tests
- Unconfined compression tests
- Consolidation tests
- Compaction testing
- Determination of moisture-density relationship
- Physical testing and analysis of earthen and industrial byproduct materials
- QA/QC testing to verify construction materials are compliant with specifications
- Technical support related to in-field sampling
- Site drainage evaluations
- Stormwater management systems design
- Permitting strategy development and implementation
- Preparation of stormwater pollution prevention plans
Gain Peace of Mind When You Partner With TRC’s Geo-Environmental Engineering Team Today
Don’t let underground uncertainties hinder your project’s success. TRC’s comprehensive geo-environmental engineering services provide the practical, cost-effective solutions you need for even the most challenging land-based projects. From initial site planning to long-term sustainability, our expert team leverages cutting-edge technology and decades of industry experience to deliver customized, turnkey solutions that minimize environmental liability and maximize your business objectives. Contact TRC today and discover how our innovative approaches can transform your geo-environmental challenges into opportunities for success.
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White Papers / Reports
Understanding Piper Diagrams: Applications and Limitations with Coal Combustion Residuals
September 28, 2023
Learn more about approaches to overcome the recognized limitations of Piper Diagrams and how to make the most of this valuable technique.
White Papers / Reports
Summary of Proposed Coal Combustion Residuals Legacy CCR Surface Impoundments Rule
June 8, 2023
TRC’s extensive background in CCR compliance support under the current CCR rule helps our clients get in front of these new regulations.
Regulatory Updates
EPA Coal Ash Compliance Expectations Updated
March 28, 2022
New EPA Communications highlight new Coal Combustion Residual compliance expectations, a shift from the current program.
Insights
CCR Removal and Its Effects on Soil and Groundwater Geochemistry
October 25, 2021
Many utilities are implementing corrective action at coal combustion residual (CCR) surface impoundments under Federal or State CCR Regulations, with implications for groundwater protection standards.
Insights
Consider a CCR Audit as the Assessment & Plan Deadline Approaches
July 8, 2021
With the upcoming five-year periodic assessment and plan deadlines rapidly approaching for landfills and surface impoundments, power generators subject to the CCR Rule should also consider audits to ensure their facility records and external-facing web sites are complete and documents are up-to-date.
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Successful Coal Ash Pond Management
July 10, 2014
Regulatory requirements, plant retirements, changes to facility operational profiles, environmental liability management and political and social pressures are among the factors driving utilities to close or consider closing their coal ash ponds.
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