## Verdantas Expands Footprint and Expertise with Acquisition of Groundwater Sciences Corporation
TAMPA, Fla., November 13, 2024
– Verdantas, a leading consulting firm dedicated to sustainable solutions in the environment, water, and energy transition markets, has announced the acquisition of Groundwater Sciences Corporation (GSC). This strategic move reinforces Verdantas’ commitment to expanding its reach and expertise, particularly in the Northeast region.GSC, with over 37 years of experience, has established a reputation for excellence in environmental site assessment and remediation, water resource development, and complex geological consulting. The company’s highly skilled professionals boast deep expertise in diverse areas, including:
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Geology
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Hydrogeology
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Contaminant Hydrology
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Chemical Engineering
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Hydrogeochemistry
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Database Management
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Design, Operation, and Optimization of Groundwater Remediation Systems
Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, GSC has served a diverse client base spanning 26 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and international locations including Canada, Mexico, South America, and Europe. Their clients range from local real estate developers to Fortune 500 industrial and technology companies, demonstrating their ability to handle projects of various scales and complexities.
A Strategic Move for Sustainable Growth
Jesse Kropelnicki, CEO of Verdantas, highlighted the significance of the acquisition, stating, “Integrating GSC into Verdantas marks a key milestone in our growth strategy, expanding our expertise and increasing our ability to serve clients more effectively across the Northeast. GSC shares our values of environmental stewardship, innovation, and collaboration, making this a natural fit. We’re eager to provide their talented team with new opportunities for growth while they continue to bring their passion and expertise to our shared mission. Together, we look forward to building on GSC’s established relationships and delivering top-tier environmental consulting and remediation services.”
Nikki Delude Roy, Verdantas’ Northeast and MidAtlantic Area Leader, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing GSC’s long-standing reputation: “I have been aware of GSC’s outstanding reputation for site assessment and remediation services in the Northeast for over 20 years. It is a privilege to now help integrate such a technically skilled and well-regarded firm into the Verdantas team.”
James Soldano, Partner at Sterling Investment Partners, the firm backing Verdantas, expressed his confidence in the acquisition: “We are proud to support Verdantas in this strategic acquisition of GSC. This move reflects our shared vision of expanding capabilities and delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions in key growth markets. The expertise GSC brings in environmental assessment and remediation and geologic consulting complements Verdantas’ core offerings, and we’re confident the combined talents of these teams will drive exceptional results.”
This acquisition underscores Verdantas’ dedication to its mission: creating a better tomorrow by tackling complex environmental, water, and energy transition challenges. By expanding its presence and expertise in key markets, Verdantas aims to continue its leadership in the sustainable development sector.
About Verdantas
Verdantas is a leading consulting firm providing technical and digitally enabled solutions for sustainable development across the environment, water, and energy transition markets. Blending balanced strengths in environmental and engineering expertise, we partner with clients and communities to create comprehensive solutions that contribute to a sustainable future. With a team of nearly 1,700 professionals nationwide, we harness diverse skills and innovative technologies to address complex challenges, protect vital resources, and foster resilient communities. For more information, visit www.verdantas.com.
About Sterling Investment Partners
Sterling Investment Partners is a leading private equity firm that has been building leading middle-market companies for over 30 years with a highly experienced, cohesive team of senior investment professionals. Sterling focuses on control investments in value-added distribution and business services, acquiring businesses that the firm believes have strong, sustainable competitive advantages and significant opportunities for value creation. Over its history, Sterling has completed over 230 transactions, representing over $30 billion in aggregate value, and was recently ranked a Top 10 performing middle market private equity firm globally by Dow Jones-HEC Paris. For more information, visit www.sterlinglp.com.
