Remedial Investigation
Multidisciplinary approaches to deliver holistic solutions for upland and sediment sites.
Whether resulting from recent spills or historical site activities, environmental contamination presents technical, financial, and regulatory challenges that demand strategic solutions. Integral conducts comprehensive multimedia investigations to characterize the nature and extent of contamination and risk, leveraging expertise in chemical fate and transport, analytical chemistry, forensics, and modeling to facilitate detailed understanding of all relevant considerations. We use those data to develop robust conceptual site models that guide remediation and site management decisions.
When needed, our multidisciplinary team integrates technical excellence with litigation experience, providing defensible science that communicates effectively to regulators and legal audiences.
Featured Projects
Efficient Soil Vapor Investigation Planning for Former Chemical Distribution Facility
Navassa—Site Investigation and DNAPL Remediation at a Former Wood Treating Facility
Strategic Investigation of New Jersey's Berry's Creek Superfund Site
Technical Leaders
Marcia Greenblatt, Ph.D., P.E. Managing Principal, Business Director, Investigation and Remediation
David Livermore, R.G., L.H.G., CWRE Senior Principal
Erin Palko, P.G., LSRP Senior Principal, Investigation and Remediation
Todd Martin, P.E. Principal, Engineering
Mandy Tulich, P.G. Senior Consultant, Technical Director - Hydrology, Geosciences, and Chemistry
Silvia Gianetti Barber Senior Consultant
Michael Sweetenham, P.G. Consultant
Rodger A. Ferguson, Jr., LSRP Senior Principal
Comprehensive characterization of soil, groundwater, and indoor air using strategic sampling design and advanced analytical techniques to understand contamination extent, fate and transport mechanisms, and exposure pathways in complex environments. Our upland investigations support design of remedial strategies that are both protective and cost-effective.
- Strategic sampling design targeting decision-critical data gaps and minimizing unnecessary investigation costs
- Advanced analytical techniques characterizing contamination nature and extent with defensible accuracy
- Fate and transport analysis explaining contaminant movement patterns and predicting future behavior
- Robust conceptual site model development integrating multiple lines of evidence to guide remediation decisions
All-inclusive sediment and surface water investigation services to help clients evaluate, manage, and remediate sediments in all types of aquatic environments. Our approach uses specialized tools and monitoring technologies to fully integrate risk assessment, engineering, remediation, modeling, restoration, and natural resources capabilities.
- Specialized sediment sampling technologies including vibracore systems and sediment profile imaging for accurate characterization
- Surface water quality monitoring using real-time sensors and telemetry for adaptive investigation strategies
- Integrated assessment approach combining chemical analysis, toxicity testing, and benthic habitat evaluation
- Comprehensive remediation support from investigation through design, permitting, and implementation
Clear communication that conveys complex technical information to judges, juries, and regulatory audiences, backed by deep knowledge of scientific methods and decades of industry experience. Our proven track record of reliable project execution withstands scrutiny under cross-examination and supports favorable legal outcomes.
- More than 25 experts with deposition and trial testimony experience across site investigation, remediation, and specialty topics
- Defensible science presentation translating technical complexity into compelling legal arguments
- Strategic consulting support developing case strategy and identifying technical strengths and vulnerabilities
- Cross-examination preparation ensuring expert testimony maintains credibility under aggressive questioning
Chemistry expertise and forensic techniques to identify and distinguish contamination sources, understand timing of contaminant releases, and inform site-specific investigation strategies. Our forensic analysis supports allocation and litigation cases with scientifically defensible source identification.
- Contaminant fingerprinting using advanced analytical chemistry to distinguish between multiple potential sources
- Age-dating techniques to establish timing of releases and link contamination to responsible parties
- Chemical fate analysis to explain transformation and degradation patterns that support allocation arguments
- Litigation-ready documentation to provide clear chain of custody and defensible analytical methods
FAQs
We develop comprehensive conceptual site models (CSMs) based on targeted data collection and deep understanding of environmental processes. These CSMs describe contaminant nature and extent, fate and transport, exposure pathways, and risk. This understanding of important site variables and processes informs decision-making regarding site remediation and risk management.
Integral leverages its highly collaborative culture to bring together bespoke, multidisciplinary teams based on specific site challenges. This includes consideration of site geography, affected environmental media, contaminant types, and other site-related factors important to develop complete site understanding and provide exceptional client service.
Yes, Integral employs more than 25 experts with experience testifying in deposition and trial, and many more have served as consulting experts. This expertise covers site investigation, remediation, and a wide range of other technical topics essential to environmental litigation.
Yes, Integral’s scientists and engineers design and construct protective, cost-effective, and sustainable remedies at contaminated sites of all kinds. Our team has deep expertise in remedial approaches including groundwater pump and treat systems, in situ treatments, soil excavation, and sediment dredging, executing all phases from planning and permitting through construction to operations and maintenance.
Integral is a leading innovator in site investigation and monitoring techniques, including our patented OPTICS water quality monitoring approach, novel sediment characterization techniques such as sediment profile imaging and SEDflume, and a wide range of other technologies including acoustics and aerial drones that characterize physical, chemical, and biological site conditions.