Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Environmental Consulting Services in Bloomfield, NJ
Founded in 1992, our firm provides comprehensive environmental consulting and remediation services across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Our team of Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs) and certified experts specializes in vapor intrusion assessments, soil and groundwater testing, and site remediation, adhering to the highest industry standards. We maintain NJDEP certifications for subsurface evaluation and underground storage tank closure, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.Our mobile laboratory offers real-time analysis of volatile organic compounds, supporting efficient decision-making for clients. With decades of combined experience, we deliver innovative solutions tailored to complex environmental challenges while maintaining a commitment to transparency, client collaboration, and public health protection.
Services
Vapor Intrusion and Mitigation
Mobile Lab Services
LSRP Services
Soil and Groundwater Testing
Site Remediation
Preliminary Assessments
Tank Services
Brownfield Redevelopment
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in environmental remediation and consulting.
- Our team includes NJDEP-certified LSRPs and Master-Level CHMM professionals.
- We operate a state-of-the-art mobile lab for real-time contaminant analysis.
- We maintain active participation in ASTM and ITRC regulatory guidance development.
- Our experts have conducted vapor intrusion investigations in 20+ states.
Associations and certifications
- NJDEP Certified for Sub-Surface Evaluation and UST Closure
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
- Certified Professional Geologist (CPG)
- NJ Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP)
- Interstate Technical & Regulatory Council (ITRC) Member
Services
Vapor Intrusion and Mitigation
Our vapor intrusion services identify and mitigate harmful chemical vapors entering buildings from contaminated soil or groundwater. Using advanced sampling techniques and NJDEP-approved protocols, we assess risks to indoor air quality and implement customized mitigation systems. With over a decade of experience, our LSRP-certified team ensures compliance with federal and state regulations while protecting occupant health.
Mobile Lab Services
Our mobile laboratory provides real-time analysis of volatile organic compounds, petroleum vapors, and landfill gases at client locations. Capable of achieving detection limits meeting NY and NJ standards, the lab supports vapor intrusion investigations, site assessments, and remediation monitoring. This rapid analysis capability reduces project timelines and enables immediate decision-making for environmental professionals.
LSRP Services
Our NJ-licensed Site Remediation Professionals oversee environmental investigations and cleanup projects from initial assessment through regulatory closure. With expertise in ISRA compliance and brownfield redevelopment, we manage complex remediation projects for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients. Our LSRPs prepare technical reports and coordinate with NJDEP to ensure efficient site closure processes.
Soil and Groundwater Testing
We conduct comprehensive soil and groundwater sampling programs to identify contamination sources and assess environmental impacts. Using EPA-approved methods, our team analyzes samples for chlorinated solvents, petroleum hydrocarbons, and other contaminants. With over 100+ sites sampled annually, we provide accurate data to support remediation planning and regulatory compliance.
Site Remediation
Our remediation services address contaminated properties through customized cleanup plans that meet regulatory requirements. We manage projects from preliminary assessments through final closure, specializing in underground storage tank removal, vapor intrusion mitigation, and brownfield redevelopment. With NJDEP-certified professionals and OSHA-trained field staff, we ensure safe and effective site restoration for commercial and industrial clients.
People
Flint Kinkade
President
Environmental scientist with 20+ years in vapor intrusion expertise. Trained by Dr. Blayne Hartman, ASTM committee member for vapor intrusion standards, and ITRC regulatory guidance contributor.
Merwin Kinkade
Vice President
30-year environmental industry veteran with expertise in remediation and regulatory compliance. Founder of Viridian Environmental and former NJIT faculty member with advanced degrees in environmental studies and administration.
Jerry Haug
Senior Project Manager
LSRP-certified geologist with 30+ years in environmental remediation. Specializes in ISRA compliance, UST closures, and brownfield redevelopment with expertise in securing environmental grants and loans.
William Dunnell
Senior Project Manager
Licensed Site Remediation Professional with 30 years of experience managing complex environmental projects. Expert in CERCLA, RCRA, and ISRA compliance with litigation support capabilities.
Craig Puerta
Civil Engineering Consultant
Professional Engineer with 13 years in environmental engineering. Specializes in soil vapor assessments and risk management for sensitive developments like schools and daycare facilities.
Questions
What environmental services does Viridian offer?
We provide vapor intrusion assessments, site remediation, mobile lab testing, LSRP services, soil/groundwater testing, and brownfield redevelopment solutions.
Are your professionals licensed and certified?
Yes, our team includes NJDEP-certified LSRPs, Master-Level CHMMs, Certified Professional Geologists, and OSHA-trained personnel.
Do you serve areas outside New Jersey?
We operate throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states, with vapor intrusion experience in over 20 states nationwide.
Can you handle emergency environmental situations?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent cases and provide rapid mobilization for critical environmental assessments.
How does your mobile lab benefit clients?
Our mobile lab provides real-time contaminant analysis, reducing project timelines and enabling immediate decision-making during environmental investigations.
