Date: August 18, 2026 Time: 9:00am-10:30am Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Instructors:
Jessica Holm, LSRP
AKRF
Dustin Kapson, LSRP
AKRF
Moderator
Rebecca Hollender, LSRP
TRC
Description:
Learn practical strategies for designing, implementing, and optimizing groundwater bioremediation systems from experienced LSRPs Jessica Holm and Dustin Kapson of AKRF.
This program will cover NJDEP regulatory requirements, groundwater recirculation and bioremediation system design, conceptual site model development, operational troubleshooting, data evaluation, and the path to achieving an RAO. Through technical discussion and real-world case studies, attendees will gain practical insights into improving remedial performance, evaluating remedial alternatives, and managing evolving site conditions.
Topics include:
Key regulatory framework
Groundwater bioremediation feasibility and design
Geochemistry and microbial evaluation
O&M best practices and troubleshooting
RAO closure considerations
Lessons learned from field case studies
Perfect for environmental professionals seeking practical tools and regulatory insight for successful groundwater remediation projects.
Credits:
LSRP: 1.5 Technical CECs NJSRPLB #2025-044
Professional Engineer: 1.5 CPCs
NY Professional Engineer & Geologist: 1.5PDHs
NJ Attorney:1.8 CLEs*
*This program is approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 1.8 hours of total CLE credit.
Registration Fees:
$85 LSRPA Members (with CEC Certificate)
$45 LSRPA Members (no CEC Certificate**
$155 Non-Members (with CEC Certificate)
$95Non-Member (no CEC Certificate)**
**Note: If you register for this course at the “No CEC Certificate” rate, you are not eligible to receive a certificate at a later date.
The environmental and brownfield job market is competitive. Whether you are just entering the field, five years in, or a seasoned senior professional, the ability to clearly articulate your value, differentiate yourself, and position strategically is what separates the professionals who advance from those who stall.
Most environmental professionals are excellent at the work. Far fewer are excellent at communicating what makes them irreplaceable.
In this lunch-and-learn, Jose Almanzar (environmental attorney, former environmental field scientist, and host of the Green Collar Careers Podcast) introduces the “Green Pivot Method,” a five-stage career positioning framework developed from dozens of conversations with environmental and brownfield professionals across every level of the field. Originally designed to help mid-career professionals break into environmental work, the framework has proven equally powerful as a tool for professionals already in the space who want to level up, pivot within the field, or simply get clearer on where they are headed and why.
Whether you are a field scientist looking to move into project management, a consultant eyeing a transition into policy, a senior professional building toward a corner role, or someone who simply wants to show up more intentionally in the market, this session will give you a concrete framework for doing it.
Attendees will leave with:
A clear picture of where they currently sit in their career arc and what the next intentional move looks like.
Language and framing to better articulate their value to employers, clients, and collaborators in the brownfield and environmental space specifically.
A practical positioning strategy they can begin applying immediately, whether they are actively job searching or simply building toward something bigger.
Participating in this session can open new career opportunities, sharpen your professional edge, and provide a clear roadmap to advance your environmental career.
About the Speaker
Jose Almanzar is Senior Counsel at Holland & Knight, where he focuses on environmental law including brownfields due diligence, pre- and post-closing compliance, and related matters. He is a former environmental field scientist, a member of the Board of Trustees of The Nature Conservancy in New York, and a gubernatorial appointee to the New York State Adirondack Park Agency. He is the founder and host of Green Collar Careers, a podcast and platform helping professionals at every stage advance their environmental careers using his proprietary Green Pivot Method, validated by faculty at the Yale School of the Environment.
Members of the LSRPA, you are invited to attend the upcoming Virtual Steering Committee meeting on September 8, 2026, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. more info...
Date: September 9 & 10, 2026 Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm (both days) Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Instructors:
Michael Poland
Poland Environmental
Jen Beers
Woodard & Curran
Katelynn Shields
Integral Corp.
David Morris
Tectonic Engineering
Julia Ryan
Integral Corp.
Charles Harman
WSP USA
Anita Locke
Geosyntec Consultants
Michael Morris
GZA GeoEnviornmental
Description:
Preparing for the New Jersey Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) exam can feel overwhelming - the right preparation can make all the difference.
This focused two-day online course is designed to help you prepare with greater clarity, confidence, and direction. Led by experienced professionals, the course covers an array of key topics candidates need to know, including regulations, site investigation, remedial action planning, groundwater and soil science, vapor intrusion, case closure, and more.
What makes this course especially valuable is its practical, real-world approach. Through interactive discussions, sample exam questions, and examples of real-world projects, instructors help break down complex material in a way that is easier to understand, apply, and retain.
Date: September 15, 2026 Time: 8:00am – 9:30am Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Instructors:
Erin Palko, LSRP, PG
Integral Consulting Inc.
Katelynn Shield, LSRP
Integral Consulting Inc.
MODERATOR
Alena Buhler, LSRP
BRS, Inc.
Description:
Regulations, analytical methods, and contaminants of concern continue to evolve at an unprecedented pace. Join Erin Palko and Katelynn Shields for an interactive 90-minute Regulatory Roundtable that will provide environmental professionals with the latest regulatory developments, technical updates, and an opportunity to discuss what may be coming next.
What You'll Learn
Current emerging contaminant regulatory developments in New Jersey, at the Federal level, and in other jurisdictions
Emerging issues on the horizon, including microplastics, 6-PPD quinone (6-PPDq), PFAS, and other contaminants gaining regulatory attention
Recent advances in laboratory analytical methods and investigation techniques
New PFAS-free sampling tools and evolving best practices for environmental investigations
Practical insights through an interactive discussion and Q&A
Date: September 23, 2026 Course Time: 9:00am - 12:15pm
Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Instructors:
Lawra Dodge, PG, LSRP
Excel Environmental
Joanne Vos, Esq.
Maraziti & Falcon, LLP
Sonya Ward, LSRP
Tetra Tech, Inc.
Moderator
Anita Locke, LSRP
Geosyntec Consultants
Description:
This ever-evolving and informative 3-hour course provides the continued review and reinforcement of professionalism and ethics to site remediation professionals in performing their functions to protect human health and the environment. Instructors will explore professionalism and ethics from an LSRP perspective, the most common conflicts and pitfalls, the Licensing Board rules versus the Code of Conduct, and provide discussion on recent Licensing Board enforcement actions and decisions.
The instructors encourage attendees to bring ethical topics for discussion to enhance learning.
This course is intended for LSRPs, environmental professionals, attorneys and engineers in closely allied fields.
Continuing Education Credits:
LSRP: 3.0 Ethics (NJSRPLB Course Number 2018-082)
NJ Attorneys: 3.6 CLEs*
NJ Professional Engineers: 3.0 CPCs
NY Professional Engineers and Geologists: 1.0 Ethics PDH, 2.0 PDHs
* This program is approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 3.6 hours of total CLE credit.
Registration Fees:
$140 - LSRPA Members and Associates (with CEC Certificate)
$ 90 - LSRPA Members and Associates (no CEC Certificate**)
$240 - Non-Members (with CEC Certificate)
$140 - Non-Member (no CEC Certificate**)
**Note: If you register for this course at the “No CEC Certificate” rate, you are not eligible to receive a certificate at a later date
Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm Location: Summit Drilling Company (Regional Office) - 629 Wright Debow Road, Jackson Township, NJ 08527
Presenters:
Joel Bernstein
Summit Drilling
Matt Traver
Haley & Aldrich
Alex Clinefelter
Haley & Aldrich
Kevin Gryger
Haley & Aldrich
Are you interested in learning how soil is studied and tested in the field? Join us for a hands-on workshop designed for aspiring professionals, college students, and anyone looking to build practical skills in soil investigation.
In this session, you will:
Learn how to identify and describe different types of soil using a common classification system
Understand basic drilling methods used to collect soil samples from below the surface
See live demonstrations of the equipment and tools used in soil sampling
Discover how experts analyze soil data in real time to make informed decisions
This event is led by experienced professionals from Summit Drilling Company and Haley & Aldrich, who will share valuable tips and best practices for soil investigations.
Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to refresh and expand your knowledge, this event offers practical insights you won’t want to miss. Plus, it provides a valuable opportunity to meet and engage with fellow professionals and experts, helping you build lasting industry connections.
Our 11th Annual Golf Networking Event, which will be held Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, provides networking opportunities, lunch, 18 holes of golf (shotgun/scramble format), fun contests, an evening social hour followed by a banquet dinner and prizes.
The primary purpose of this golf event is to encourage beginners and experienced golfers alike to join on the green to strengthen professional relationships in a fun and casual atmosphere, while raising money for the LSRPA and NJSWEP scholarship funds.
Our 10th year anniversary in 2025 was a huge success, bringing great weather, a sold-out event (228 golfers PLUS dinner/clinic attendees), 58 new and repeated sponsors, new games, and great networking - all which raised over $52,000! This popular event sells-out each year, so be sure to register early to secure your spot!
Single Golfer (includes golf, social hour & dinner) - $260
Foursome (includes golf, social hour & dinner) - $1,000
Dinner & Golf Clinic Only - $100
Dinner Only - $100
**Please note if you are not a LSRPA member, you will need to create a “prospect” account that does not require payment.
Sponsorship Details (Coming soon!):
This event is a great opportunity to get your company noticed! Proceeds go towards the NJSWEP and LSRPA scholarship funds. For information on 2026 sponsorship opportunities CLICK HERE
We've all had days when we are a bit off our game. That perfect shot eludes us -- the sun got in our eye, the club slipped, that rare bird we've been hunting passes over the course, and we just had to look, or we're wishing we had stopped at the clubhouse after the last hole.
To get you back on track, be sure to have a few mulligans and hand grenades available. Don't like a shot? Use a mulligan and give it another try without penalty. Stuck in a sand trap? Use a hand grenade to hand toss the ball at your next target rather than using a club.
Mulligans and hand grenades can be purchased on the day of the event. PLEASE BRING CASH $ $ $
Unable to attend but still want to show your support at the event?
Door Prizes: Amazon Wish List or Gift Basket Donation
If you are unable to attend and/or sponsor, please consider donating a fantastic DOOR PRIZE! Companies that donate a door prize will have their name displayed by the items during the event. Winners will be selected during dinner.
Schedule:
10:30 AM – Registration
11:45 AM – Welcome
12:00 PM – Tee time!
5:00 PM – Putting Contest
5:30 PM – Happy Hour, Dinner Reception, Awards and Prizes
Date: October 13, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Patrick T. Mottola, Esq.
Chiesa, Shahinian & Giantomasi PC
Description:
The Industrial Site Recovery Act (ISRA) remains one of New Jersey’s most impactful environmental laws—still driving site investigation and cleanup nearly four decades later. This course gives LSRPs, attorneys, and environmental professionals the clarity and practical guidance needed to navigate ISRA confidently.
Topics Include:
ISRA triggers and process overview
Key compliance tips and best practices
How ISRA continues to shape remediation decisions
Challenging and evolving issues, including:
Leaseholds and tenant operations
Historic fill
Multi party transactions and ownership changes
Multiple LSRP involvement
Nuances and special situations that frequently arise during remediation
All Response Action Outcomes (RAOs) are Not Created Equal
Date: October 27, 2026 Time: 8:00am – 9:30am Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Instructors:
Mary Kay Morelli-DeRose, LSRP
GZA
Melissa Clarke, Esq.
Saul Ewing LLP
David Morris, LSRP, CHMM, LIEC
Tectonic Engineering
Description:
Navigating the complexities of Response Action Outcome (RAO) documents is critical for environmental professionals, attorneys, and persons responsible for remediation in New Jersey. This presentation will be an interactive round table discussion between LSRPs and an Environmental Attorney regarding the different RAO types, the role of the RAO covenant not to sue in litigation, including Natural Resource Damage (NRD) cases, and examining how different RAO types can impact property transactions throughout the state. A representative from NJDEP | Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment Program will also be joining the round table and will provide some insight as to the best practices for RAO submittals.
To ensure robust discussions and full engagement, registered attendees are encouraged to provide questions in advance on any issues you would like to see discussed as they relate to RAOs and property transactions in New Jersey. Please send questions to Tina Layre - tlayre@lsrpa.org
Date: November 4, 2026 Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Location: Online via Zoom (Link to Pre-Register in Zoom included on your confirmation screen and in a confirmation email)
Instructors:
Matthew Woodmansee
Haley & Aldrich
Joe Stefanoni
NJDEP
Moderator
Mark Fisher, LSRP
Haley & Aldrich
Description:
Designed for environmental professionals, this course delivers practical, real-world applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) used in environmental investigations and site remediation projects. Participants will gain insight into how GIS supports data visualization, field collection, environmental analysis, regulatory reporting, and NJDEP deliverable requirements through demonstrations, examples, and industry-focused workflows.
Course presentations include:
High-level overview of GIS fundamentals, coordinate systems, elevations, and upcoming NOAA state plane changes
Demonstration of mobile field data collection tools and methods for linking analytical and spatial datasets
Practical use of GIS tools for environmental analysis, including interpolation, groundwater contouring, and spatial averaging techniques
Guidance on NJDEP site remediation mapping standards, GIS submissions, and figure preparation best practices
Strategies for creating clear maps, visualizations, and GIS deliverables to support environmental reporting and decision-making
Credits:
LSRP: 2.0 Technical (NJSRPLB #PENDING)
Professional Engineer: 2.0 CPCs
NY Professional Engineer & Geologist: 2.0 PDHs
NJ Attorney: 2.4 CLEs (Pending)*
*This program is pending approval by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 2.4 hours of total CLE credit.
Registration Fees:
$110 LSRPA Members (with CEC Certificate)
$60 LSRPA Members (no CEC Certificate**
$210 Non-Members (with CEC Certificate)
$110 Non-Member (no CEC Certificate)**
**Note: If you register for this course at the “No CEC Certificate” rate, you are not eligible to receive a certificate at a later date.
Members of the LSRPA, you are invited to attend the upcoming Virtual Steering Committee meeting on November 10, 2026, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. more info...
Jose Almanzar is Senior Counsel at Holland & Knight, where he focuses on environmental law including brownfields due diligence, pre- and post-closing compliance, and related matters. He is a former environmental field scientist, a member of the Board of Trustees of The Nature Conservancy in New York, and a gubernatorial appointee to the New York State Adirondack Park Agency. He is the founder and host of Green Collar Careers, a podcast and platform helping professionals at every stage advance their environmental careers using his proprietary Green Pivot Method, validated by faculty at the Yale School of the Environment.
Our 11th Annual Golf Networking Event, which will be held Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, provides networking opportunities, lunch, 18 holes of golf (shotgun/scramble format), fun contests, an evening social hour followed by a banquet dinner and prizes.
