Join our very own Lydia Ross, P.E., and Georgia EPD Brownfield Coordinator, Shannon Riley, for EnviroClass on January 19, 2022 at 12:00 pm EST for an evaluation of petroleum hydrocarbon remediation.
January 19, 2022 at 12:00 – 2:00 pm EST
Presentation Title: Anaerobic or Aerobic Bioremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbons: Choosing and Using the Right Electron Acceptor for Your Site
Presenter: Lydia Ross, PE – EOS Remediation
Description: Numerous retail fuel stations and fuel terminals across the United States have existing petroleum hydrocarbon plumes from former leaks. Â Although hydrocarbons are amenable to active remediation systems such as air sparge and soil vapor extraction, many sites can be addressed more sustainably by harnessing the power of existing, or supplied, microorganisms. Â Both aerobic and anaerobic microbes are capable of degrading petroleum hydrocarbons. This presentation will examine indicators from site conditions that can be utilized to select the most cost-effective electron acceptor to stimulate native groundwater bacteria. Â Following these decision factors, design considerations to stimulate enhanced sulfate reduction, or oxygen supply for aerobic biodegradation, will be presented. Attendees will learn how to harness the sustainable, cost-effective power of bioremediation to remediate petroleum hydrocarbons.
Presentation Title: In-situ Remediation on Brownfield Sites
Presenter: Shannon D. Ridley, – Georgia Environmental Protection Division
Description: Often, excavation is often the go to for bringing soil into compliance with the cleanup standards, but it may not be practical for your brownfield redevelopment project, especially if structures will remain in place or source material is present. This presentation will focus on both the pros and cons of imploring in-situ remediation on brownfield projects and considerations for land use controls.