Apex Companies, LLC

Apex has a skilled team in the Pacific Northwest with the ability to deliver complex environmental due diligence programs for our clients. Recently, a project in the greater Seattle area required comprehensive sediment characterization within a fast moving, tidally influenced body of water. Apex, as the prime consultant, was able to partner with trusted contractors to mitigate environmental challenges, utilize advanced technologies, and provide high quality results to the client. Apex’s involvement in the environmental due diligence process ensures that our clients can proceed with confidence in their daily operations, knowing that all necessary assessments and evaluations have been thoroughly conducted. #ApexCompanies #PNW #SedimentCharacterization Zachery Collins John Foxwell Anders Utter

At Apex, we celebrate the power of geographic information systems (GIS) and the dedicated professionals who make it all possible. Their expertise transforms data into actionable insights, helping us deliver smarter solutions for our clients and communities. #ApexCompanies #GIS

Apex is collaborating with Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) to utilize grant funds for creating outdoor classrooms and native gardens across various schools. Freedom High School, the PWCS Center for Environmental and Natural Sciences, has engaged Apex to install a bio-retention basin between classroom trailers. This project aims to educate students on stormwater management and nutrient reduction. The previously barren front entrance has been transformed with a new native garden, complete with a walking trail and bench seating, allowing students to connect with their natural surroundings. A $25,000 grant has also been awarded to build an additional walking trail that links the greenhouse to an outdoor classroom area, featuring wooden benches and an outdoor whiteboard. These benches will also serve as spectator seating for the tennis courts, maximizing their value to the school. Apex has also received approval to install another native garden at a different elementary school and has been asked to submit proposals for rain gardens, native gardens, and raised beds for growing crops at two additional schools. #ApexCompanies #NaturalSciences #PWCS Andrea Heller, CHMM, CESCP Paul Cole

Today, we celebrate the vital role that science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics play in fostering innovation and sustainable solutions. STEAM programs equip future leaders with the critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative skills needed to address real-world challenges, from engineering resilient infrastructure to developing environmentally sustainable practices. #ApexCompanies #SteamDay #Stem

We are thrilled to introduce Shawn Doherty as Apex Companies’ incoming CEO, following the retirement of Dave Fabianski. Shawn brings 30 years of environmental and sustainability consulting leadership and a strong record of driving growth and transformation. His expertise and passion for making a difference in the world by helping clients address our most significant environmental challenges makes him a natural choice to lead Apex. Deeply committed to preserving Apex's agile culture, Shawn is focused on driving sustainable growth and delivering exceptional value in the evolving ESG landscape. Learn more about Shawn: https://hubs.ly/Q02WQDCW0 #ApexCompanies

After an incredible 7+ year journey, our CEO Dave Fabianski has announced his retirement from Apex. Under Dave’s leadership, Apex more than tripled in scale and has become a national leader in environmental consulting and engineering, expanded its services in water, and developed a world class staff and culture. We are grateful for Dave’s authentic leadership, unwavering people-first focus, and for establishing Apex as one of the highest performing firms in our industry. While Dave will certainly be missed, we are excited he will remain connected to Apex as a member of our Board of Directors. We are also excited to welcome Shawn Doherty as our new CEO on November 4. https://hubs.ly/Q02WBzcz0 #ApexCompanies

During fuel line repairs at a gas station in Colorado, a perforation was discovered in an unleaded gasoline line. Apex was hired to characterize and remediate the release. Given the remote location and depth to groundwater approximately 80 feet below ground, we used high resolution site characterization (HRSC). A membrane interface probe and hydraulic profiling tool (MiHpt) was used to identify the source area and extent of impacts. The data was used to aid in placement of monitoring wells to characterize the source and define the extent of impacts. During installation of the monitoring wells, Apex discovered gasoline fuel floating on the groundwater in multiple groundwater monitoring wells. The aquifer contaminated was also used for drinking water. To address the contamination, we installed a network of pilot test wells, conducted a pilot test, and mobilized our solar soil vapor extraction (SVE) unit to the site while a full-scale system was designed. The solar SVE unit removed 877 pounds of total volatile petroleum hydrocarbons (TVPH). Due to the distribution of impacts and heterogeneity of the subsurface soils, a multilevel air sparge (AS) and SVE system was designed and implemented. The full-scale system removed approximately 5,000 pounds of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and total xylenes (BTEX) and 17,000 pounds of TVPH over the course of six years. Initially, twelve wells contained contamination; now, only one well contains impacts. The site met its cleanup goals a year ahead of schedule and is on track for closure in 2025. #ApexCompanies #Groundwater Melanie McAllister Bjorn Helgeson

Join Apex at FORUM24: EHS & Sustainability Management Forum hosted by the National Association for Environmental, Health & Safety, and Sustainability Management (NAEM) in Fort Worth, Texas from October 28–30, 2024. Be sure to visit booth #211 during the NAEM Power Hour where Lindsey Gates, MS and Ryan Conner will present “How to Meet Regulator and Stakeholder Demand in an Everchanging ESG Landscape.” #ApexCompanies #NAEM #FORUM24

Join Apex at the 2024 California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA) from October 21–23, 2024, in Sacramento, California. Visit booth #112 to meet our experts, and experience a live demonstration of ARTMEIS?, our innovative solution for capturing, visualizing, and managing your environmental and ESG data. We are excited to announce that our colleagues at SWIMS will also be at the conference. Be sure to visit booth #113 to learn more about their stormwater solutions. #ApexCompanies #SWIMS #CASQA California Stormwater Quality Association Rylan Farr Delaney Coyle Storm Water Inspection and Maintenance Services (SWIMS)

Join Apex at the 2024 Association of Vapor Intrusion Professionals (AVIP) VI Conference from October 20-23, 2024, in Anaheim, California. AVIP is a community of experts committed to advancing the industry and science of vapor intrusion. During the conference, Jennifer Clay, PG will present, “Closed VS Clean: The Limitations of Phase I ESAs for Property Transactions” on October 21, 2024, at 3:05 pm. #ApexCompanies #AVIP #VaporIntrusion Jennifer Clay Association of Vapor Intrusion Professionals