Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Environmental Consulting Solutions
DSM Environmental Services has built a national and international reputation through data-driven analyses in resource recovery and solid waste management. Our expertise spans cost accounting, finance, operations, data management, and policy analysis, helping governments and industries reduce carbon footprints through waste reduction and recycling. Founded in 1988, we combine on-the-ground project reviews with decades of analytical experience to deliver practical solutions for materials management. Our team of resource economists, environmental scientists, and planners serves public and private clients globally, offering insights into life cycle analysis, marine debris mitigation, and resource recovery strategies.We prioritize fiscal responsibility, embedded energy considerations, and carbon footprint reduction in all our projects. With associates across the U.S. and abroad, we match the capabilities of larger firms while maintaining specialized focus. Our work extends to 18 countries, addressing infrastructure challenges and advancing sustainable practices. We specialize in waste characterization, composting options, and benchmarking metrics to optimize recycling systems. Our Vermont-based headquarters supports clients in improving the triple bottom line through strategic materials management. From packaging design to product stewardship, we provide actionable insights for environmentally sound decision-making.
Services
Waste Characterization
Materials Recovery Analysis
Life Cycle Assessment
Marine Debris Mitigation
Recycling Program Design
Carbon Footprint Analysis
Organics Management
Policy Development
Consumer Surveys
Project Facilitation
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Combines on-the-ground project review with 35+ years of analytical experience
- Offers global reach through associates in 18+ countries
- Specializes in waste characterization and recovery rate analysis
- Prioritizes carbon footprint and fiscal responsibility in solutions
- Led by experts with decades of international infrastructure experience
Services
Waste Characterization
Our waste characterization services identify material composition and recovery opportunities through detailed field analysis. We help clients optimize recycling programs and reduce landfill dependency by providing actionable data on waste streams. This service supports municipalities and industries in improving collection efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations.
Life Cycle Assessment
We conduct comprehensive life cycle assessments to evaluate environmental impacts of materials management decisions. Our analysis covers embedded energy, carbon footprint, and sustainability metrics across product lifecycles. This service enables businesses to make informed choices about packaging, product stewardship, and resource recovery strategies.
Marine Debris Mitigation
Our marine debris mitigation expertise quantifies land-based plastic inputs to oceans and develops reduction strategies. We work with international partners to implement solutions that prevent plastic pollution through policy analysis and infrastructure improvements. This service addresses global environmental challenges while supporting sustainable coastal management.
Recycling Program Design
We develop customized recycling programs that improve recovery rates and system efficiency through benchmarking and performance metrics. Our designs incorporate financial analysis and operational best practices to create economically viable solutions. This service helps governments and organizations achieve waste reduction goals while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Policy Development
Our policy development services create frameworks for sustainable materials management through data-driven analysis. We assist clients in designing regulations that balance environmental protection with economic considerations. This service includes cost-benefit analysis and implementation strategies for waste management policies at local and international levels.
People
Ted Siegler
Resource Economist
Ted Siegler is a resource economist with 40 years of solid waste management experience. He has worked with governments in 14 countries on infrastructure improvement and waste finance. As a DSM partner since 1987, he specializes in waste characterization and recycling system optimization.
Questions
What environmental services does DSM offer?
We specialize in waste characterization, life cycle analysis, recycling program design, marine debris mitigation, and policy development for sustainable materials management.
How does DSM help reduce carbon footprints?
We analyze embedded energy and carbon impacts of materials management decisions, providing actionable strategies for waste reduction and resource recovery.
In how many countries does DSM operate?
We work with clients in the United States and 18 other countries through our network of international associates.
What makes DSM different from larger firms?
We combine the expertise of larger consultancies with specialized focus, offering personalized service while maintaining global capabilities through our associate network.
How does DSM approach recycling system improvements?
We use waste characterization studies and recovery rate analysis to optimize collection systems, benchmark performance, and implement data-driven efficiency improvements.