Terraphase Engineering Inc. services

Terraphase specializes in the design and application of innovative site investigation approaches, taking into account site-specific conditions, property end use options, and the goals and objectives of the client. We work with regulators to develop cost-effective investigation approaches to develop plans that fulfill regulatory demands and our clients" needs. Terraphase geologists and engineers have implemented site investigations for properties affected by metals, volatile organic compounds, petroleum hydrocarbons, polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, pesticides, and PCBs. Our experience and capabilities span a wide range of environmental investigations, including:

Terraphase provides its clients with real estate portfolio and individual site management services including Phase I and Phase II site assessment services. Terraphase completes non-invasive Phase I Environmental Assessments following standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard Practices for Phase I Environmental Assessments and EPA"s All Appropriate Inquiries rule. Terraphase works on behalf of all parties in real estate transactions, including buyers, sellers and lenders. Terraphase provides these services to help its clients make informed decisions regarding real estate they currently own or are assessing for potential purchase. Our experts have experience in conducting environmental assessments of many types of properties, including:

Terraphase engineers and geologists have designed and implemented remediation strategies at many sites in California and nationwide. We have assisted our clients in negotiating creative and innovative remediation programs. We work to develop site-specific goals and take into account the life cycle implications of proposed remedial alternatives to reach a successful project conclusion for our clients. Our capacity to approach complex remediation challenges is based on strong technical knowledge of both traditional and innovative remedial technologies and knowledge of federal and California regulations. We have broad experience in developing and applying remedial strategies for sites affected by metals, chlorinated volatile organic compounds (CVOCs), petroleum compounds, polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, pesticides, and polychlorinated biphenyls. Our remediation experience includes a broad range of remedial technologies, including:

Terraphase geotechnical engineers can provide the full gamut of geotechnical engineering services. Our experts have extensive experience with:

Terraphase engineers provide a complete range of engineering, evaluation, and application of storm water technologies and services. We take into account site-specific conditions and the goals and objectives of the client. Our engineers have engineered and designed innovative Best Management Practices (BMPs), prepared comprehensive storm-water pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs), and provided detailed mapping of storm water infrastructure in geographic information systems (GIS). Terraphase engineers are trained in the latest SWPPP development, implementation, and inspection (QSD/QSP training) as necessary under the new Construction General Permit (CGP). We assist clients with all phases of the construction project process, from permit application to erosion and sediment control design to inspection of BMPs to the final site design, storm water program management and run-off monitoring. In addition

Terraphase"s team of engineers and scientists has worked on some of the most exciting and challenging redevelopment projects in the Bay Area. We have developed plans that combine the remediation effort with the development process. By doing so, the cost savings to a client"s project can be significant. We develop strategies that meet or exceed our clients" budget expectations and schedules, while meeting regulatory demands. We understand the role of remediation and hazardous waste mitigation in the overall entitlement process. In addition, we understand the funding sources that are available for brownfields as well as guaranteed fixed price remediation funding that can contribute to the successful completion of a redevelopment project. We can help guide your project to a timely and successful conclusion.

Terraphase engineers have evaluated, designed, and implemented industrial wastewater and groundwater treatment systems at many sites in California and internationally. We have assisted our clients in developing creative and innovative treatment methods and upgraded existing treatment systems. We work to develop cost-effective treatment methods that are waste and/or site-specific. Our engineers have the ability to carefully evaluate our clients" problems and provide a long-term solution. In support of treatment systems, Terraphase prepares engineering plans and specifications, obtains necessary permits, provides construction management services, and treatment system operation and maintenance. Our treatment system experience includes a broad range of activities, including:

Terraphase specializes in planning, permitting and designing multi-disciplinary projects in aquatic environments. Our experts have implemented these multi-objective projects and restored tidal and freshwater wetland systems. We specialize in developing consensus among stakeholders and regulators to develop creative mitigation projects that have allowed our clients" projects to proceed without interruption.

Terraphase engineers and geologists have provided litigation support and expert witness services to a wide range of industrial clients, including utilities, mining, chemical manufacturing, agricultural, and real estate development. We have experience in preparing expert reports, declarations, remedial cost estimates, depositions, and other expert witness services. We take advantage of our extensive technical expertise in hydrogeology, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental forensics, soil and groundwater investigations, remedial design, cost estimating, and regulatory compliance in evaluating and summarizing complex technical data. We understand that in litigation technical expertise is not enough – the ability to explain difficult concepts to a lay audience is a key component of an effective legal strategy.

Terraphase adopts its client"s environmental stewardship goals, identifies the regulatory requirements applicable to their operations/sites, and provides assistance complying with these regulations. Terraphase"s regulatory compliance services include: