Business Details
Environmental Consulting Experts in Pennsylvania
Element Environmental Solutions is a dedicated environmental consulting firm committed to enhancing natural and built environments through innovative solutions. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in remediating contaminated land, restoring water resources, and creating healthy indoor environments. We prioritize integrating client business goals with regulatory compliance, ensuring responsive and cost-effective results. Our expertise spans sustainable remediation, hazardous materials management, and regulatory negotiations, supported by a proven track record in complex projects across commercial, industrial, and governmental sectors.We emphasize transparency, technical excellence, and community impact, maintaining rigorous adherence to safety standards and environmental stewardship. Our professionals bring deep industry knowledge, including specialized certifications in geology, industrial hygiene, and environmental health, ensuring tailored solutions that mitigate risks and promote long-term sustainability. Client trust is built through consistent communication, regulatory expertise, and a commitment to delivering measurable outcomes that align with evolving environmental challenges.
Services
Earth Remediation
Water Resource Management
Indoor Air Quality
Hazardous Materials
Regulatory Compliance
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of combined technical experience in environmental consulting
- Our team integrates client business goals with regulatory compliance strategies
- We provide responsive, cost-effective remediation and risk management solutions
- Specialized expertise in hazardous materials, groundwater remediation, and indoor air quality
- Proven track record in complex projects across diverse industries
Services
Earth Remediation
Our earth remediation services address contaminated land through sustainable practices that revitalize ecosystems and support economic development. We conduct comprehensive site assessments, implement remediation strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance. Our approach balances environmental stewardship with client business objectives, transforming liabilities into productive assets.
Water Resource Management
Water resource management focuses on protecting groundwater quality through advanced hydrogeological analysis and remediation techniques. We develop customized solutions for contamination mitigation, regulatory compliance, and sustainable water use. Our expertise ensures effective remediation while maintaining ecological balance and community health standards.
Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air quality services identify and eliminate hazardous exposure pathways in built environments. We conduct comprehensive assessments, manage asbestos and lead-based materials, and implement ventilation improvements. Our industrial hygienists ensure safe, productive spaces that meet regulatory requirements and enhance occupant health.
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials services include identification, assessment, and abatement of substances like asbestos, lead, and PCBs. We provide regulatory-compliant solutions for safe handling, removal, and disposal. Our team ensures worker safety and environmental protection during remediation projects across residential and commercial properties.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory compliance services navigate complex environmental regulations through strategic planning and agency negotiations. We assist with permitting, reporting requirements, and remediation standards. Our expertise ensures projects meet federal, state, and local regulations while minimizing operational disruptions for clients.
People
Mark T. Smith
Principal Geologist
Founding partner with 20+ years of environmental geological consulting experience. Specializes in Act 2 management and remedial action services. Serves on Pennsylvania's Cleanup Standards Scientific Advisory Board. Combines technical expertise with business strategy to deliver cost-effective solutions.
Dan Gensemer
Principal, IAQ
Co-founding partner with 25+ years in indoor air quality and hazardous materials consulting. Expert in asbestos abatement strategies and regulatory compliance. Focuses on client relationship management and multidisciplinary project coordination for industrial and commercial clients.
Dave Bertsch
Operations Manager, IAQ
20-year industry veteran specializing in hazardous materials management and indoor air quality assessments. Expert in lead and asbestos abatement project design. Coordinates field operations to ensure regulatory compliance and timely project completion for residential and commercial clients.
Brooke Hooper-Attig
Professional Geologist
Geology expert with experience in brownfield redevelopment and hydrogeological assessments. Conducts Phase I/II environmental site assessments and vapor intrusion investigations. Focuses on water resource protection and field data collection to support remediation strategies.
Questions
What environmental services do you specialize in?
We specialize in land remediation, water resource management, indoor air quality solutions, hazardous materials handling, and regulatory compliance consulting.
How do you handle regulatory compliance for projects?
Our team navigates federal, state, and local regulations through strategic planning, agency negotiations, and comprehensive compliance documentation tailored to each project's needs.
What industries do you serve?
We work with commercial developers, industrial manufacturers, government agencies, educational institutions, and healthcare providers on environmental consulting needs.
How do you manage hazardous materials?
We identify, assess, and remediate hazardous materials like asbestos, lead, and PCBs through regulated abatement processes and safety-compliant disposal methods.
What makes your firm different?
Our 100+ years of combined experience, technical expertise, and client-focused approach deliver cost-effective solutions that balance environmental stewardship with business objectives.
Do you handle emergency environmental situations?
While we focus on planned remediation projects, our team provides rapid response assessments and mitigation strategies for urgent environmental concerns.
