Aspen Environmental Group News
Wildfire Risk Reduction and Resiliency: Aspen Assists City of Laguna Beach with Various Fuel Modification Projects
Fuel modification and the reduction of wildfire risk have become increasingly important in California. Aspen has been assisting the City of Laguna Beach Fire Department (LBFD) with a series of fuel modification projects within the City of Laguna Beach (City) and unincorporated areas of Orange County, California, since 2019.
Efforts to Recover Threatened Species: Aspen Biologists Conduct Annual Surveys of Santa Ana Sucker
Surveys are conducted annually to assess the overall population estimate of Santa Ana sucker in the Santa Ana River. This past fall, Aspen biologists volunteered their services to the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District (District) and United States Geological Survey (USGS) with this annual survey.
Offshore Wind Energy Logistics in California: Pier Wind Terminal Development Project is Underway
The State, as part of its AB 525 Port Readiness Plan, has estimated that three to five staging and integration sites and four foundation assembly sites are needed to meet California’s goal to deploy 25 gigawatts (GW) of OSW power by 2045 and support the US in meeting its goal to deploy 110 GW of OSW power by 2050 and 15 GW of floating OSW power by 2035. As part of this effort, Aspen is working with the Port of Long Beach (POLB) on an extremely exciting and timely project – the Pier Wind Terminal Development Project.
How New Energy Technologies are being Developed in California: Aspen Plays Key Role in CEC Grant Program
Do you ever wonder how new technologies are developed? From new battery storage technologies to harnessing new energy sources, energy research and development is a major component in our collective fight against climate change, and Aspen is playing a key role in this process through our work with the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Energy Research and Development Division (ERDD).
Expert Consultation for Gas Utilities: Aspen Provides Expertise in Gas Utility Rate Cases in Illinois
Recently, a group of non-profit public interest organizations, led by the Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC), won three gas utility rate cases before the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). Aspen’s Director of Energy Policy and Market Assessment, Catherine Elder, participated in these cases as an expert witness for ELPC.
Offshore Wind Update for the West Coast
In December 2022, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) held a lease sale resulting in 5 lessees with winning bids: three in the Morro Bay Wind Energy Area (WEA) and two in the Humboldt WEA. With leases issued in June 2023, the lessees are now required to engage with Tribes, ocean users, and local communities.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in the Environmental Industry
Aspen's Expanded Drone Fleet Enhances Field Data Collection: Higher Resolution Imagery, Efficient Analysis, and Enhanced Accuracy.
Enhancing Diversity in the Environmental Profession – 2023 Student Internship
Aspen launches summer internship program 2023 to nurture future environmental professionals through diverse experiences and expert mentorship
California Offshore Wind Update
Aspen Selected for EIR Preparation, Supporting AB 525 Compliance and Offshore Wind Development Efforts.
Aspen Trains Junior Staff Through Internal Mentoring Program
Aspen's MAYP program: nurturing young professionals through mentorship and training across disciplines.
The Living Desert Zoo Creates New Refuge Habitat for Desert Pupfish
Aspen Environmental Group supports desert pupfish refuge and aids conservation efforts at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
Offshore Wind to Play a Significant Role in California’s Future Energy Supplies
Aggressive planning for offshore wind continues in California, supported by Aspen through AB 525 initiatives.
The Geospatial Science Group is Growing!
Aspen’s Geospatial Group has big plans for 2023! This January, Anton Kozhevnikov rejoined the Aspen team as the Geospatial Group Manager.
Aspen Experts Provide Client Training Sessions
Aspen offers tailored training courses to meet client needs, from CEQA compliance to GIS, fostering professional growth.
Exciting Projects For Our Cultural Team
Aspen's expanding Cultural Resources Department, aided by on-call staff statewide, drives project completion across sectors.
Aspen Biologists Attend Desert Tortoise Training
Aspen biologists complete vital Desert Tortoise Council training, enhancing their ability to conduct protocol-level surveys and protect threatened species.
Aspen Celebrates Its 2023 Employee Anniversaries
Aspen is not only a place to work, it’s a place to grow. We pride ourselves on shaping careers and investing in our employees. Congratulations to our employee anniversaries for 2023!