Water is a foundational element in environmental planning. Our experts conduct comprehensive water-related baseline studies and impact assessments as part of environmental and social due diligence. From wetlands to marine habitats, we help clients navigate complex permitting processes while ensuring that water-dependent ecosystems are protected and restored. 

Key Services: 

• Water-related Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) 
• Wetland, riverine, and marine ecology assessments 
• Stakeholder and regulator engagement 
• Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEAs) 
• Permitting support for water-dependent infrastructure 

Navigating water-related compliance is critical for operations and project development. We support clients with water quality assessments, resource audits, and risk evaluations that align with environmental regulations. Our experts design monitoring programs and ensure environmental management systems account for both water use and discharge responsibilities. 

Key Services: 

• Water quality and pollution risk assessments 
• Compliance audits for water-related operations 
• Environmental management system (EMS) integration 
• Permit support and regulatory reporting 
• Site monitoring and environmental due diligence 

Groundwater protection and restoration are critical to environmental and public health. Our teams provide end-to-end support for groundwater investigations, remediation of contaminated sites, and hydrogeological modeling. We help clients manage environmental liabilities while returning degraded land and water systems to productive use. 

Key Services: 

• Hydrogeological and contaminant transport modeling 
• Groundwater remediation system design 
• Sustainable remediation strategies 
• Mine site closure and water quality restoration 
• Regulatory negotiation and permitting support 

Water sits at the heart of climate resilience. Our sustainability advisors support clients in managing water consumption, developing water reduction strategies, and integrating water stewardship into corporate sustainability and ESG reporting. We develop plans that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), assess climate-related water risks, and design adaptation strategies that improve water security in a changing climate. 

Key Services: 

• Water consumption audits and reduction planning 
• Sustainability and ESG reporting 
• SDG-aligned water strategy development 
• Climate risk assessments tied to water scarcity and flooding 
• Integration of water stewardship into broader sustainability goals 

Mine water is one of the most complex and regulated aspects of resource development. Our integrated teams provide services that span water quality modeling, treatment system design, tailings water balance, and compliance. We help mining clients reduce their water footprints, manage risk, and close sites responsibly. 

Key Services: 

• Mine water balance and treatment design 
• Tailings water management and reuse planning 
• Closure planning with water quality restoration 
• Biodiversity protection in aquatic mine environments 
• Permitting support and public engagement 

Water management is integral to responsible waste operations. Our specialists address leachate management, landfill design, and groundwater protection to ensure that surrounding ecosystems and communities are safeguarded. We provide water-related assessments and solutions for landfill gas, hazardous materials, and recycling systems. 

Key Services: 

• Leachate collection, treatment, and monitoring 
• Landfill design with groundwater protection measures 
• Water audits and efficiency strategies in waste systems 
• Waste-to-energy planning with integrated water considerations 
• Hazardous waste water management and containment 

Geotechnical performance and water are deeply interconnected. Our geotechnical engineers assess how water influences soil and rock behavior and design solutions that ensure the long-term stability of water-impacted structures such as dams, tailings facilities, and retaining walls. 

Key Services: 

• Tailings dam and mine water containment system design 
• Groundwater-structure interaction analysis 
• Materials testing and control in wet conditions 
• Erosion and sediment control planning 
• Construction supervision of water-retaining structures