Environmental Partners

EP/Apex Co-Ops were able to get an up-close look at one of our exciting projects last week! The decades-long planning and design of a new state-of-the-art water treatment plant for the Tri-Town Water District (Braintree, Holbrook, and Randolph, MA) started construction in December 2022. The plant will treat surface water supply including PFAS6 removal, and is designed to have capacity for 12.5MGD (million gallons per day) providing clean water to almost 80,000 residents between the three communities.

EP is excited to be working with the Town of Hanover, MA on a comprehensive water tank rehabilitation project that supports the long-term reliability of the Town’s water system. Maintaining critical infrastructure like water storage tanks is essential for extending asset life and safeguarding public health. Proactively planning capital improvements projects like this one helps reduce the risk of costly emergency repairs and keeps communities on track to continue to receive safe, reliable water service for years to come.

Apex is proud to once again be recognized by Teneo in their State of US 2024 Sustainability Reports as the most frequently selected auditor for external assurance on environmental data and sustainability reporting among S&P 500 companies. We remain committed to delivering trusted ESG assurance services while empowering clients to achieve their sustainability goals with confidence. https://hubs.ly/Q02Sx-Ss0 #Sustainability #Assurance #ESG #EnvironmentalData #SustainabilityReporting #ApexCompanies Slok Gyawali Peter Wey Trevor Donaghu

Congratulations to Sabrina Castaneda, PE, Jaime Cleasby, PE, Abby Schaefer, PE, and Liz Stanbrough, PE for recently passing their Professional Engineering Examination – an exciting achievement requiring focus, drive, and enthusiasm! We appreciate your determination, commitment to our team, and dedication to the engineering profession.

The New Provincetown Police Department Situated on the corner of Route 6 and Shank Painter Road in Provincetown Massachusetts the new Police Station sits prominently on a small section of greenery creating a new gateway into the town. The clean and timeless geometry of the Cape Cod architecture with a centralized gabled roof, cedar shingles, and board and batten façade ties in well with the fabric of the Town. The Post and Board façade as well as the Galvanized Steel Piling facades complement the marine structures found throughout this seaside community. The abundance of natural light is created with the use of large modern windows and glass-framed gable ends to enhance the office environment within the associated workspaces. The glass-filled gable ends with double-height spaces are shaded by cedar wood battens to provide both shading and security from the site below. These gable ends incorporate LED color-changing lights that provide a community symbol for activities in town such as pride week and breast cancer awareness through an expression of light. For more information about this project, click the link below: https://lnkd.in/ebH7H_bS Engineers Design Group, Structural Engineer Bala Consulting Engineers, MEP/FP Coastal Engineering Company (now part of Tighe & Bond) Engineering Co., Civil LeBlanc Jones Landscape, Landscape Architect Ellana Construction Consultants, Inc., Cost Estimator LAB [3.2] Architecture, Interior Architect Environmental Partners, OPM Robert Benson, Photography Town of Provincetown

EP is working with the Town of Bridgewater MA on a multi-phase upgrade to their Morris Ave. Wastewater Treatment Facility. The first phase is to enhance the Rotating Biological Contactor process to reduce effluent levels of nitrogen (Permit limits for total nitrogen of 60 lbs/day and ammonia nitrogen of 3 mg/L and 36 lbs/day) to the receiving waters that are tributary to the impaired waters of the Taunton River Watershed. Construction is anticipated to be completed early 2025 in time for the new Spring Nitrogen Permit limits to be reached.

EP/Apex is honored to accept this year's Young Professional Employer Support Award from New England Water Works Association! This award is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and volunteerism of our talented young professionals, who continue to contribute so much to this great organization. Thank you to our rising professionals and future leaders continuing to be impactful in this industry and our communities!

EP continues to work with the City of Framingham, MA, to improve its wastewater pumping infrastructure. With over 40 wastewater pumping stations, the City must develop cost-effective solutions to maintain these facilities, ensuring they continue to operate effectively and reliably. EP assisted the City in rehabilitating the Garvey Road Pumping Station by reusing the existing below-grade structure. The improvements include replacing the interior process mechanical, ventilation, and electrical equipment. A corrosion-resistant coating system will be applied to all exposed surfaces, and new cathodic anodes will be installed to protect the structure. The project is substantially complete, with remaining site work and restoration expected to be finished this fall.

The City of Medford, MA, in partnership with EP, is upgrading its water meters and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system to ensure continued accuracy, efficiency, and proactive leak detection. Through a qualifications-based procurement process, the City of Medford contracted with F.W. Webb and selected Kamstrup Water Metering’s ultrasonic meters for their advanced features and reliability. A highlight of the new Kamstrup meters is the built-in acoustic leak detection (ALD) technology. This innovative system "listens" to the water distribution network, identifying leaks before they can cause any disruptions for residents. By detecting issues early, this technology enhances water management and increases the overall efficiency of Medford's water system. The upgraded AMI system, which reads the new meters, includes several strategically placed collectors throughout the City, ensuring reliable data transmission. This system works seamlessly with Medford’s WaterSmart program, allowing residents to monitor their water usage online and receive real-time alerts for high usage or potential leaks. With hourly data, WaterSmart is even more effective at detecting and resolving leaks within homes, supporting water conservation, and helping residents manage their usage. Meter replacements, performed by Mass Installation, Inc.of Norwood, MA, are ongoing and will continue through 2024.

Join Francis Marinaccio, PE and other young leaders Wednesday, Sept. 11th, at the American Public Works Association Public Works Expo (PWX)! Join the discussion in room A312 at 10am, on the ever-changing public works environment and how leaders need to be far more flexible in adjusting to virtual leadership, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), a greater emphasis on emotional intelligence, and the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. #PWX2024