No Further Action Status for one of Missouri’s Oldest Petroleum Releases! Back in 1990, Wilson Phillips “Hold On” was at the #1 position on the Rick Dees Top 40, “Cheers” was on everyone’s TV set, Patrick Swayze starred in “Ghost”, and every kid wanted a brand-new Super NES for Christmas. …and at a …
EWI Assesses Contamination and Vertical Fault Migration
Members of the next generation of environmental enthusiasts have important work ahead of them. With that in mind, Environmental Works is proud to partner with the academic community near our company’s Springfield, Missouri, headquarters to conduct ongoing research. Recently, EWI team member Bobbi Lynne Koepke worked with a graduate student and faculty member from Missouri …
EWI Completes Contaminated Soil Gravel Cap in KC
Environmental Works, Inc.’s Investigation/Remediation (I/R) Department handles dozens of contaminated soil cleanups every year. Some of these jobs involve Superfund sites where remediation work is ongoing and can last years, or even decades. Other jobs are smaller and may last several weeks to a month. These projects usually involve the removal of contaminants through excavation …
EWI Named One of Midwest’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies by Inc. 5000
SPRINGFIELD, MO, March 16, 2021 – Inc. magazine today revealed that Environmental Works, Inc. (EWI) is No. 128 on its 2021 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the 250 fastest-growing private companies in 12 central states – Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and …
What the Recent U.S. Manufacturing Peak Means for Your Business
According to a report recently shared by PBS News Hour, American manufacturing jumped to a three-year high in February. This is excellent news for the manufacturing industry as the nation’s economy works to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic. But an increase in manufacturing also signals a need for increased industrial cleaning and continual implementation …
How the Biden Administration May Impact Environmental Policies
Now that 46th President Joe Biden has taken office, he has prioritized several executive orders that focus on environmental regulations. These orders center on big-ticket environmental initiatives like rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement, appointing new environmental authorities, and more. Find out how the Biden administration may impact environmental policies over the course of the next …
Stormwater Pond Being Repaired by EWI Following Removal of Invasive Trees
In November 2020, Environmental Works, Inc. (EWI) used its specialized heavy equipment and expert operators to begin the comprehensive remediation and restoration of a stormwater detention pond that had sat untouched for almost 20 years back to its original state. The company spent several weeks removing non-native, invasive and nuisance vegetation and roots from the …
This Year in EWI Emergency Response Services
As we look back on this year, one thing is certain: 2020 was a year unlike any other. The COVID-19 crisis rocked the globe, but we here at Environmental Works remained committed to the safety and compliance of our clients. This year, that commitment included devoting additional resources to our emergency response team. Read on …
In Memory of Tommy Bieker (1980 – 2020)
On December 13, 2020, EWI lost a great one. Tommy Bieker, EWI Principal and fearless GSD-er, was one of a kind. Whether in his work, personal life or any other endeavor he pursued, the bigger the challenge, the more energy he brought.
Wastewater Treatment System at Willard Central Elementary Gets High Tech Update
One advantage to the COVID-19 national shutdown – it gave Environmental Works, Inc. (EWI) a chance to work on maintenance projects, including an upgrade to Willard Central Elementary’s aging wastewater treatment system. While students, teachers and administrators were away in spring and summer 2020, Jon McKinney, associate engineer in EWI’s Investigation/Remediation Department, constructed a new …
