Rick Scadden, a Principal Engineer at INTERA, recently participated on a polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) peer review panel for the EPA’s Office of Research and Development. Panel members provided review and comments on the draft report entitled Laboratory Study of Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Contamination and Mitigation of Buildings, Part 4, Evaluation of the Activated Metal Treatment System (AMTS) for On-site Destruction of PCBs. This report is one in a series documenting research by EPA to determine the sources and levels of PCBs in schools and to evaluate different strategies to reduce exposures. The results of the research will be used to provide further guidance to schools and building owners as they develop and implement long-term solutions.
Continue ReadingArchives for 2012
Article on Uncertainty in Water Planning by INTERA’s Director of Hydrologic Services, Dr. Barney Austin, Appears in Austin American Statesman
A recent article, written by Dr. Barney Austin, describes the uncertainties associated with current water management plans in Texas and identifies some potential methods of addressing these uncertainties. To view the article, which appeared in the April 26th edition of the Austin American Statesman, click here.
Continue ReadingFormer Chairman & President of BP America Joins INTERA Incorporated Board of Directors
INTERA, a leader in geosciences and engineering consulting, is pleased to announce the addition of Bob Malone to its board of directors. A 37-year veteran of the energy and mining industry, Malone served as the past chairman and president of BP America Inc., at the time the largest U.S. producer of oil and natural gas.
“The nexus between energy, water and the environment continues to be at the forefront these days as all too often securing energy resources depends on managing water resources as well. With Bob’s proven leadership and global energy experience on the INTERA Board, we are well positioned to address the needs of these markets,” said Marsh Lavenue, CEO of INTERA. “Bob’s extensive strategic planning, finance and operations experience in the oil and gas and mining industries is a major asset to us as we execute INTERA’s growth strategy. We are fortunate to have someone of his caliber and perspective on the Board”
Malone was an Executive Vice President of BP P.L.C., at the time the world’s second-largest oil and natural gas company, and a member of BP’s Global Executive Management Team. He also was Chief Executive of BP Shipping Limited which is responsible for operating the energy industry’s largest global oil and natural gas fleet. In his 37-year career Malone has held a series of senior positions with Kennecott Copper Corp., The Standard Oil Company of Ohio, The Carborundum Company and BP. He also served as president, chief executive officer and chief operating officer of Alyeska Pipeline Service Company which operates the Trans Alaska Oil Pipeline.
“What I have found unique and appealing about INTERA since my introduction to the INTERA team over 35 years ago, is its longstanding track record of delivering exceptional solutions to client’s needs,” said Malone. “They are a very creative, best-in-class geosciences company and I’m eager to help with its growth in the energy and mining sectors.”
Malone has a bachelor’s of science in metallurgical engineering from the University of Texas at El Paso, and was an Alfred P. Sloan Fellow at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he received a master’s of science in management. He was named Distinguished Alumni of the Year by the University of Texas at El Paso in 2003.
Malone is currently an independent director of the Halliburton Company, one of the world’s largest oil field service companies, and Peabody Energy Company, the world’s largest private sector coal company. He serves on the Compensation Committee and the Health Safety and Environment Committees of both these Boards. Malone also serves on the board of directors of the privately held First National Bank of Sonora, Texas where he is currently the president and CEO. Malone will begin his board position with INTERA starting in March.
Bob_Malone_Joins_INTERA.pdf
Continue ReadingINTERA’s Cody Hudson Works to Provide Safe Drinking Water to Village in Kenya
During the first three weeks of 2012, INTERA’s Cody Hudson was in Kenya working to provide safe drinking water to approximately 2,000 people in the village of Tot. The project was spearheaded by an Austin, TX non-profit organization called Well Aware. As a technical advisor, Cody is supporting Well Aware’s efforts to reach out globally for a solution to the suffering caused by water scarcity in parts of East Africa. The Tot project consisted of the construction of a spring water collection box and the installation of piping to water taps that enabled patrons to more easily access the clean water. The spring water collection box was constructed at the spring head in order to prevent any contamination and the piping system was designed and installed so that the water flows by gravity and no power is required. In addition to the local population in the area, this project also provides clean water to a local hospital that had previously relied on water from irrigation furrows.
Continue ReadingNPR Interview with Dr. Barney Austin, INTERA’s Director of Hydrologic Services
A panel of water experts from INTERA, the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) answered questions on the state of Burnet and Llano Counties’ water supply.
The water issue workshop, organized by the Burnet County Commissioners Court, was an interactive panel of some of the top water experts in Texas, including Dr. Barney Austin of INTERA. Panel members responded to questions from concerned citizens and industry about the current and future water needs for both Burnet and Llano County, areas severely affected by the recent drought.
http://kut.org/2012/01/spicewood-beach-contemplates-drought-solutions/
Continue Reading