Thunderbird Environmental

Thunderbird Environmental is a full-service environmental consulting firm with a team of professional staff possessing over 50 years of experience in site characterization, remediation, underground storage tank removal, air monitoring, groundwater monitoring, and various other environmental services. Founded in 2014 by Mr. Darby Hittle, Thunderbird Environmental is a proud 100% Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) committed to delivering high-quality environmental solutions to our clients throughout North America.

Our leadership and staff are highly knowledgeable in a diverse range of regulatory programs, enabling us to provide our clients with tailored services that meet their specific project needs. Our expertise spans environmental assessments, water quality evaluations, subsurface investigations, site remediation, feasibility studies, and many more environmental services.

Key Team Members

*DARBY W. HITTLE, Founder / Principal*

Darby is a Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP) with over 25 years of experience providing environmental site assessment, remediation design and oversight, and regulatory compliance assistance to a wide array of private and federal clients across North America. Darby graduated from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania in 1995 with a B.S. in Geology. Before founding Thunderbird Environmental, Darby served in the United States Air Force as a fire protection specialist assigned to Air Force One from 1988 to 1990 and as a civil engineer/fire protection specialist in Panama from 1986 to 1988.

*DAWN HITTLE, Co-Founder/Chief Operating Officer*

Dawn has been with Thunderbird Environmental since its inception in 2014. With many years of experience at Wal-Mart, Dawn helped the company establish a significant presence in New England by assisting in the opening and running of numerous stores. As the Chief Operating Officer of Thunderbird Environmental, Dawn leverages her extensive business background to ensure the company operates efficiently and effectively. Dawn received her B.S. in Business from Wilkes College and her M.B.A. from Bloomsburg University. In her free time, Dawn enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and two dogs, engaging in activities such as Broadway theatre, boating, and biking.

*CEDAR HITTLE, Environmental Field Technician*

Cedar, an Environmental Field Technician, supports the Thunderbird Environmental team by collecting and analyzing environmental data, conducting field sampling, and performing various other environmental tasks. Cedar plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of our data, which enables us to deliver precise and effective environmental solutions to our clients.

Our Services

At Thunderbird Environmental, we offer a comprehensive range of environmental consulting services designed to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our expertise includes:

*NEPA Support and Ecological Studies*

Our team has extensive experience in providing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) support, including conducting ecological studies, environmental assessments, and environmental impact statements. We have a deep understanding of the NEPA process and are committed to delivering comprehensive, unbiased, and legally defensible documents that support informed decision-making.

*Environmental Assessments*

We offer comprehensive environmental assessment services to identify, quantify, and mitigate potential environmental risks associated with various projects. Our assessments may include a review of historical records, site inspections, interviews with key stakeholders, and the collection and analysis of environmental data.

*Remedial Investigation, Planning, and Oversight*

Our remedial investigation, planning, and oversight services include site characterization, identification of contaminant sources, determination of the extent of contamination, and development of remedial action plans. We work closely with our clients to select the most appropriate remedial technologies and strategies, ensuring effective and cost-efficient cleanup efforts.

*Stormwater Management and Water Resource Protection*

Thunderbird Environmental offers stormwater management and water resource protection services to help clients maintain regulatory compliance, protect water resources, and minimize the impact of development projects on surrounding ecosystems. Our expertise includes the development of stormwater pollution prevention plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and wetland delineation and permitting services.

*Underground Storage Tank Removal Oversight and Closure Services*

We offer underground storage tank removal oversight and closure services to help clients safely and efficiently remove and decommission underground storage tanks. Our services include tank tightness testing, soil and groundwater sampling, and documentation preparation.

*Industrial Health and Safety Support*

Our industrial health and safety support services include the development of health and safety plans, air quality monitoring, exposure assessments, and industrial hygiene services. We work closely with our clients to ensure a safe and healthy work environment and maintain regulatory compliance.