Research

M&A efficiently and comprehensively locates, interprets, analyzes and synthesizes information on a wide range of topics. Our research services draw on our ability to conduct effective literature and document searches using a variety of tools and resources as well as our engineering and scientific expertise and prior project experience. We communicate our findings through technical reports and visual presentations to provide our clients with a working knowledge of complex engineering, scientific and regulatory issues. M&A conducts research for both litigation and non-dispute settings. Topics include:

• Reconstruction of historical industrial processes and operations associated with the manufacture, handling and disposal of chemicals.
• Contaminant source identification using a variety of environmental forensics techniques.
• Conduct compliance audits (contemporary or historic; also includes liability assessment)
• Reconstruction and quantification of releases to air, soil, surface water and groundwater from a variety of industrial operations.
• Historical analysis and summaries of industry practices, industry standards and regulations.
• Historical analysis and summaries of chemicals and contaminants, including their production, applications, usage, disposal, and regulation.

Tools and Resources

Select Research Projects

• Summary of Historical Operations Contributing to PCE & PCB Subsurface Contamination
• Historical Usage of Chlorinated Solvents in Various Applications
• Analysis of Historical Applications, Sales and Uses of PCBs and Aroclors for Marine Environments
• Deposition Preparation: Engineering 101 - Wastewater Treatment