Business Details
28 Years
experience
Environmental Consulting Services for West Coast & Beyond
Founded in 1998 by a Hydrogeologist and an Engineering Geologist, Farallon Consulting has grown into a 100% employee-owned company with over 100 employees and nine offices across the West Coast. Our commitment to service-oriented quality and collaborative solutions has established us as a leader in environmental consulting. We specialize in contaminated site investigation and cleanup, engineering services, permits and regulatory compliance, insurance claim evaluation, and mediation and litigation support. With a focus on technical excellence and client partnerships, we deliver customized solutions for residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial clients nationwide.Our corporate culture emphasizes open communication, recognition of hard work, and a shared stake in achieving project success. Backed by strong regulatory relationships and strategic partnerships, we prioritize understanding client goals to provide innovative, cost-effective environmental solutions. Guided by CEO Eric Buer and a dedicated Board of Directors, we maintain our reputation for integrity and expertise in every project we undertake.
Services
Environmental Consulting
Contaminated Site Cleanup
Regulatory Compliance
Engineering Services
Insurance Claim Evaluation
Litigation Support
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We are a 100% employee-owned company with a stake in every project's success
- 26 years of experience in environmental consulting since 1998
- Collaborative approach with strong regulatory agency relationships
- Technical experts in contaminant fate and transport analysis
- Nationwide service area with local West Coast expertise
Services
Environmental Consulting
We provide comprehensive environmental consulting services including site assessments, regulatory compliance, and remediation planning. Our team delivers customized solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With expertise in contaminant fate and transport, we help clients achieve regulatory closure and environmental stewardship.
Contaminated Site Investigation
Our contaminated site investigation services include Phase I/II assessments, subsurface investigations, and remediation strategies. We employ innovative techniques like surfactant injection and bioremediation to reduce cleanup costs. Our experts collaborate with regulatory agencies to achieve No Further Action determinations efficiently.
Regulatory Compliance
We help clients navigate complex environmental regulations through permitting services and compliance management. Our team ensures adherence to NPDES stormwater permits and other regulatory requirements. We maintain strong relationships with agencies to streamline approval processes for construction and development projects.
Engineering Services
Our engineering services focus on practical solutions for environmental challenges. We design methane mitigation systems, vapor intrusion controls, and remediation infrastructure. With expertise in LNAPL mobilization and groundwater protection, we deliver cost-effective engineering designs for industrial and commercial sites.
Litigation Support
We provide technical litigation support for environmental cases, including expert testimony and damage assessments. Our team assists legal counsel with contaminated property evaluations and insurance claim disputes. With decades of experience, we offer defensible data and clear communication for legal proceedings.
People
Eric Buer
Chief Executive Officer, Principal Hydrogeologist
With decades of experience in hydrogeology, Eric leads Farallon's technical excellence and strategic direction. He oversees complex environmental projects and maintains our commitment to collaborative solutions.
Sarah Snyder
Senior Geologist, Interim Executive Director
Sarah manages delivery operations with expertise in geological assessments. She ensures project execution aligns with Farallon's standards for technical quality and client satisfaction.
Buzz
Principal of Aerial Inspection
As aerial inspection specialist, Buzz leads innovative mapping and site assessment projects. His technical leadership enhances our environmental data collection and analysis capabilities.
Divya Bhargava
Senior Engineer, Managing Senior
Divya provides engineering expertise for complex remediation projects. Her leadership ensures technical excellence in contaminated site cleanup and regulatory compliance solutions.
Trey Slaughter
Staff Geologist
Trey contributes to subsurface investigations and site assessments. His geological analysis supports accurate contaminant fate modeling and remediation planning.
Questions
What environmental services does Farallon Consulting offer?
We provide contaminated site investigation, regulatory compliance, engineering solutions, insurance claim evaluation, and litigation support services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
When was Farallon Consulting founded?
Farallon Consulting was founded in 1998 by a Hydrogeologist and an Engineering Geologist.
Are you employee-owned?
Yes, we are 100% employee-owned, which aligns our team's interests with client success.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Washington, Oregon, and California with nationwide project capabilities.
