Remediation Technology Innovator Stephen Koenigsberg Joins Adventus Americas as V.P.
CHICAGO, Ill. (March 15, 2010) — Adventus Americas Inc., a leader in soil, sediment, and groundwater remediation technology, announces that Stephen S. Koenigsberg, Ph.D., has joined the company as Vice President, based in its Corona del Mar, California office. Well-known for his contributions to in situ remediation and site diagnostics, Dr. Koenigsberg will bring Adventus technical advancements in various areas of the environmental sciences. He will also continue his work in evolving integrative programs that support rapid site remediation and closure for what is still a substantial world-wide inventory of environmentally impacted sites.
"Steve’s contributions to the development of in situ and on-site remediation products, strategies, and services are recognized internationally" said Dr. Alan Seech, CEO of Adventus Americas Inc., "and his more recent work in advancing protocols to expedite site closure represents an important part of the future of our industry."
"I have always been impressed with Adventus' leadership in the area of applied environmental remediation technologies," Dr. Koenigsberg said. "The quality of the company's people and their proven technologies, as well as their consistent focus on good science and the best business practices, attracted me. I am delighted to be part of the Adventus team as we move forward with novel approaches to some of the most challenging environmental problems."
"We are honored to have Dr. Koenigsberg join Adventus, and believe that we offer an excellent business platform from which Steve can contribute his leadership to our team in service to the remediation industry," said Dr. Jim Mueller, President of Adventus Americas Inc. "All of our staff, partners, and affiliates around the world look forward to working with Steve as we continue to implement an expanding array of uniquely effective remediation strategies."
Dr. Koenigsberg joins Adventus from his recent position as a Principal at ENVIRON, an international environmental consultancy practice. He began his career in environmental remediation as a co-founder and VP for R&D with Regenesis where he co-invented and developed the company’s remediation products. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. from Cornell University and is an Adjunct Professor at the California State University at Fullerton, where he also serves as Chairman of the Dean’s Advisory Council. He has published more than 150 technical articles, books and patents on remediation science and advanced site diagnostics with an emphasis on environmental biotechnology. His industry service includes being a Board member of the AEHS Foundation and an Editor of Remediation.
Contact Information:
Stephen Koenigsberg, Ph.D.,
Vice President — Adventus Americas Inc.
2711 E. Coast Hwy, Suite 202, Corona Del Mar CA 92625
Tel: 949.675.0306 |
Fax: 949.675.0302 |
Mobile: 949.433.5401
E-Mail: Stephen.Koenigsberg@AdventusGroup.com
About Adventus Group – Environmental Biotechnologies for the 21st Century
Adventus Group provides a growing portfolio of leading environmental remediation technologies, including patented offerings from Adventus Americas Inc. and EnviroMetal Technologies Inc. Our business model supports site owners, environmental engineers, consultants, regulators, and the academic community by providing unbiased design, and selection of the most cost-effective remediation strategies. Our proprietary portfolio includes:
- In Situ Chemical Reduction (ISCR™) technologies:
- DARAMEND® for soils, sludges and sediments;
- EHC® portfolio of injectable amendments for groundwater;
- EHC-A® liquid formulation for wells and other networks;
- EHC-M® for immobilization of soluble metal impacts;
- A-SOX™ canister delivery system;
- ZVI PRBs and related groundwater treatment innovations;
- ZVI-Clay for in situ source zone treatment;
- EHC-O® oxygen releasing compound for in situ hydrocarbon treatment;
- O-SOX™ canister delivery system;
- ISGS™ in situ geochemical stabilization of DNAPL;
- AquaBlok® for in situ sub-aqueous capping and treatment of sediments;
- AquaBlok+™ for capping and treatment of impacted sediments;
- HoleBlok+™ down-well, low-permeability sealant;
- mGCW™ microbiologically enhanced Groundwater Circulation Wells;
- Modeling Services for optimization of remedial designs and strategies.
The Adventus scientific team is a recognized practice leader, with over 500 Abstracts published within the industry. Through March 2010, we have successfully treated over 8,000,000 metric tons of soil impacted by hazardous wastes — and millions of gallons of groundwater — at over 1,000 sites around the globe.
The Adventus family of companies is always seeking strategic partnerships with complementary remediation biotechnologies, and qualified international licensees in numerous countries. For more information contact Michael Mueller at mike.mueller@adventusgroup.com or visit us online at www.AdventusGroup.com or www.eti.ca.
