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TRC's ART-PFAS Technology Secures 2024 EBJ Award

TRC Companies, Inc. has made headlines by winning the prestigious 2024 EBJ Business Achievement Award for its groundbreaking ART-PFAS technology. This innovative solution is designed to tackle one of the most pressing issues in environmental remediation: the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from groundwater. Co-invented by TRC's Nidal Rabah, PhD, in collaboration with Accelerated Remediation Technologies, Inc. (ART), this technology is one of the first of its kind to provide an effective method for addressing PFAS contamination.

The ART-PFAS system stands out due to its eco-friendly and cost-efficient approach, which allows for simultaneous remediation of both PFAS and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) affecting groundwater and soil. While traditional methods, like pump-and-treat systems, have often been costly and inefficient, ART-PFAS presents a promising alternative. This technology enhances groundwater circulation while utilizing advanced techniques such as foam fractionation and air sparging to extract contaminants effectively.

Christopher Vincze, Chairman and CEO of TRC, expressed his pride in the company’s latest achievement by stating, “We are honored to be recognized by EBJ for this groundbreaking technology. This technology has the promise of helping solve one of the greatest challenges of removing man-made chemicals from groundwater in a cost-effective way.” The ART-PFAS method has already shown significant success in real-world applications, particularly at a site in New Jersey where it retrofitted an existing air sparging/soil vapor extraction (AS/SVE) system, leading to substantial reductions in PFAS concentrations within months of implementation.

Tests revealed that PFAS levels, which had initially been between 2,000-3,000 ng/L, were reduced by up to 100% in the test well and nearly 40% in the monitoring well. Additionally, concentrations of specific PFAS compounds such as PFOA and PFOS were successfully driven below the EPA’s Maximum Contaminant Level of 4 ng/L. The improvements were accompanied by a 50% reduction in soil PFAS levels, evidencing the efficiency of ART-PFAS in both groundwater and soil remediation.

One of the most notable features of ART-PFAS is its ability to substantially minimize waste and energy expenditures during the treatment process. Remarkably, the system generates only about 50 gallons of residual liquid after treating over 500,000 gallons of groundwater, making it ten thousand times more efficient in comparison to conventional methods.

The recognition of ART-PFAS by the Environmental Business Journal underscores the importance of innovation in the environmental services sector. The award will be ceremoniously presented during the EBJ Business Achievement Awards banquet, set to take place at the Environmental Industry Summit XXIII in San Diego from April 2-4, 2025.

As TRC continues to contribute to the energy transition and expand its influence in environmental services, the ART-PFAS technology stands as a beacon of hope for communities grappling with the challenges of PFAS contamination. By investing in advanced, sustainable solutions, TRC and ART are paving the way for a cleaner, safer environment.

About TRC Companies

TRC is a global professional services firm that is dedicated to providing a broad range of advisory, consulting, engineering, and applied technology solutions. With a commitment to creating innovative strategies and enhancing community resilience, TRC aims to address both built and natural challenges faced in today's world. Ranked highly among industry leaders, TRC continues to focus on driving sustainable change within communities through innovative practices and expert guidance.

About ART

Accelerated Remediation Technologies, Inc. specializes in developing innovative solutions for soil and groundwater remediation. Since its inception in 1996, ART has successfully implemented its in-well technologies in numerous projects nationwide, effectively treating a diverse range of contaminants and integrating adaptability into its strategies to meet various remediation needs.