Lucas Barroso-Giachetti, P.E., CHMM and Paul Jackson
Presentation Title:
Navigating PFAS in NPDES Discharges, Property Due Diligence and Your PFAS Analytical Toolbox
Lucas Barroso-Giachetti, PE, CHMM, Regional PFAS Technical Lead, Terracon and Paul Jackson, Program Manager, Environmental Compliance & Emerging Contaminants, Pace Analytical
Abstract:
As regulatory frameworks surrounding per- and polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) continue to evolve, industrial/logistics operators and other entities are under increasing pressure to manage PFAS-related risks within the context of environmental permitting and operational compliance. With decades of combined experience, Terracon and Pace Analytical have supported clients nationwide through expert consulting and laboratory testing services tailored to the unique challenges of PFAS risk management. This presentation will leverage Terracon’s and Pace’s regulatory insight and technical expertise to develop cost-effective, permit-compliant PFAS strategies. Topics will include navigating complex permitting processes—such as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, stormwater and wastewater discharge requirements—and planning for site-specific investigation and remediation. Terracon will also provide regulatory and risk management perspectives drawn from their extensive experience in many industrial sectors, including airport projects nationwide. Notably, Terracon served as one of the primary authors of the Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) PFAS Source Differentiation Guide for Airports. Pace Analytical will cover the primary soil and water compliance method EPA 1633 along with QA/QC options associated with the method. Pace will also do a deeper dive into the full analytical toolbox and discuss approaches that also utilize ASTM D8421 and EPA 1621 for PFAS analysis.
Barroso-Giachetti Bio:
With over 20 years of environmental engineering and consulting experience, Lucas Barroso-Giachetti, P.E., CHMM is a trusted leader in PFAS investigations, data analysis and remediation strategies. Based in Terracon’s Charlotte office, Lucas serves as the firm’s Regional PFAS Lead, guiding clients through the complexities of environmental compliance, property development, site closure strategies and risk management. Lucas brings deep technical expertise to a wide range of environmental practice areas, from Brownfields redevelopment and stormwater management to vapor intrusion mitigation, pre-acquisition due diligence, and landfill redevelopment. His work spans the public and private sectors, including high-impact industrial, agricultural, and aviation projects. Lucas holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from the University of Florida and is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in multiple states. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking with his wife and sons—and cheering on his favorite soccer team, Juventus.
Jackson Bio:
Mr. Jackson is Pace’s national Program Manager for Compliance Monitoring and Emerging Contaminants, which includes PFAS, US EPA’s UCMR, drinking water, wastewater, and solid waste programs. Mr. Jackson has been with Pace® since 2009. Paul is a U.S Army veteran where he got his start in laboratory testing and has over forty years of experience in the environmental testing industry. Mr. Jackson attended Towson University for Business and Chemistry. Mr. Jackson frequently presents at various environmental conferences about PFAS and Emerging Contaminants, and the US EPA’s Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule.