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Haley & Aldrich experts to present case studies and research at World of Coal Ash conference 

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Burlington, Mass., March 29, 2024 — Sixteen Haley & Aldrich experts will speak at the World of Coal Ash (WOCA) conference on May 13-16 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  

This conference brings together environmental experts, industry members, and others to share knowledge related to coal ash and other coal combustion residuals (CCR) management, remediation, and compliance. The American Coal Ash Association and the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research co-host WOCA every other year. 

“It’s rare to get a chance to connect with so many others focused on CCR-related research and problem-solving, from other engineers and scientists to contractors, energy industry representatives, and government representatives,” says Steven Putrich, principal consultant, geoenvironmental engineering and industrial waste management, at Haley & Aldrich. “We look forward to this opportunity to share lessons learned from the projects Haley & Aldrich has managed and to expand our knowledge.” 

Catch the following Haley & Aldrich experts’ presentations:  

Tuesday, May 14 

  • Min-Ying Jacob Chu (senior technical expert, environmental engineering) and Sean Larkin (technical specialist, hydrogeologist): “Dewatering Optimization Strategies in Support of Closure by Removal (CBR) To Accelerate Groundwater Cleanup at CCR Sites With Case Study,” 10:30 a.m., Groundwater and Environment Track 1. 
  • Christopher Jones (senior technical expert, hydrogeologist): “Dewatering System Installation Methods for Ash Dewatering and Deep Depressurization — a Case Study,” 10:30 a.m., Geotechnical Track 1.  
  • Min-Ying Jacob Chu, Brian Colonnese (senior technical specialist, environmental engineer), and Prachi Jain (technical specialist): “Feasibility of Concurrent Treatment of Arsenic and Molybdenum Through Co-Precipitation and Adsorption,” 3 p.m., Groundwater and Environment Track 2. 

 Wednesday, May 15 

  • Jay Peters (principal consultant, risk assessment): “Use of Risk-Based Decision-Making To Guide CCR Remediation,” 8:30 a.m., CCP Chemistry and Classification Track 2. 
  • Joseph Keller (senior client leader), Kirkland Broadwell (project geologist), and Bill Haswell (market leader, energy; principal consultant): “Data Collection, Assimilation and Reporting Methods To Support Pond Closure — a Case Study,” 8:30 a.m., Project Specific Track Cases 2. 
  • Susan Jackson (senior client leader) and Dawn Santoianni (principal consultant): “CCR Regulations Drive Uncertainty for Beneficial Use Projects Past and Present,” 2 p.m., Regulatory Issues Track 4.  
  • Jeffery Miller (senior project manager, environmental engineer) and Bill Haswell: “Ash Pond Closure in Place Using In-Situ Soil Stabilization,” 2 p.m., Hydrology and Leaching Track 1. 

Thursday, May 16 

  • Christopher Jones, Cleveland Tarp (project hydrogeologist), and Thomas Holden (technical expert, energy and mining): “Multifaceted Approach for CCR Pond Dewatering and Depressurization — a Case Study,” 8 a.m., Project Specific Cases Track 3. 
  • Scott Hensel (technical specialist, geologist): “Navigating Through Geochemical Modeling Uncertainties Related to Site Management and Cleanup Decisions,” 9:30 a.m., Geotechnical Track 4. 
  • Todd Bernhardt (technical expert, environmental scientist) and Jay Peters: “EPA’s Updated Toxicity Criteria for Arsenic: Implications on Coal Ash Sites,” 11 a.m., Project Specific Cases Track 4.  

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