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Community Mission
The SAME Environmental Community of Interest (ECOI) aims to: Educate and Train SAME membership, DoD and Federal Agencies on current and emerging topics in environmental technologies, management and regulatory developments facing the A/E/C community; Facilitate relationships and engagement between industry and government on environmental issues, thereby encouraging collaboration and partnering; Foster Opportunities for members to highlight their professional efforts, share knowledge, increase engagement and expand their professional networks.
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Community Chair
Ann Ewy, PMP, F.SAME
Vice Chair/Chair Elect: Chris Hook, Tetra Tech
Immediate Past Chair: Rick Wice
Vice Chair, Education: Jason McNew, EA Engineering, Science, and Technology
Vice Chair, National Programs & Events: Mark MacEwan, Parsons
Vice Chair, Communications: Laura Tobin, Conti Federal Services
Vice Chair, Regulatory: Jen Warf, AECOM
Vice Chair, Secretary: Jim Carter, EMAX Laboratories
Vice Chair, PFAS IGE: Lisa Kammer, Weston Solutions
Upcoming Events
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- Environmental COI, National Webinar, SAME Communities of Interest, SAME Environmental COI, SAME National Events, Upcoming Events
- Webinar
Assessment and Inspection Process for Sites with General Radioactive Materials
A framework has been recently developed which provides a standardized approach in conducting a Preliminary Assessment (PA) and Site Inspection (SI) for sites with a known presence or potential presence of General-Radioactive Materials (G-RAM). -
- Business Development, Energy Security, Energy Security COI, Environmental COI, Industry-Government Engagement, Middle Atlantic Region, Networking, Resilience COI, SAME Partner Events, SAME Post Events, SAME Regional Events, Strengthening Industry-Government Engagement, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, Upcoming Events, US Air Forces in Europe, USACE, USACE Europe District, Washington DC Post, Washington, DC
- The National Press Club
SAME DC Post w/ George Washington University EEMI – Wed. Feb. 4 (rescheduled)- Transatlantic Energy Security Symposium – www.SAMEenergySecurity.org (5 PDH)
Registration is open! The SAME DC Post in association with the GWU EEMI presents the Transatlantic Energy Security Symposium at the National Press Club on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. See full details at www.SAMEenergySecurity.org. Sponsorships available! This full-day symposium brings together U.S. and European leaders from government, defense, utilities, industry, and academia to confront one […]
Upcoming National Webinars
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- Webinar
SAME Energy Security Webinar: Exploring the Challenges at Mountain Home AFB’s New Water Treatment Plant
Mountain Home AFB in Idaho currently uses groundwater to meet the base’s water needs. The aquifer that supplies the groundwater is rapidly depleting and is expected to run out of water in 30 years. This webinar provides an overview of the 15+ year effort to identify new water supplies and how the base chose to get water from the C.J. Strike Reservoir along the Snake River, 14 miles away. -
- Webinar
Assessment and Inspection Process for Sites with General Radioactive Materials
A framework has been recently developed which provides a standardized approach in conducting a Preliminary Assessment (PA) and Site Inspection (SI) for sites with a known presence or potential presence of General-Radioactive Materials (G-RAM).
Related TME Articles – Environmental
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A Standardized Approach to Aircraft Fire Training Infrastructure
To support enterprise-wide airmen readiness, the U.S. Air Force is modernizing its standard design for aircraft fire training facilities—introducing digital controls, dual-fuel systems, and PFAS-conscious infrastructure. -
Delivering Energetic Materials Manufacturing Facilities
Designing and constructing facilities that manufacture, process, handle, or store explosives and energetic materials present some of the most challenging defense projects—requiring technical experience, strict safety protocols, and a comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks. -
Forging Tradition and Innovation: A New Design Standard at Camp Lejeune
The II MEF Headquarters at Camp Lejeune blends Georgian Revival architecture with modern sustainability—delivering durability, efficiency, and precision that meets contemporary functional requirements while honoring heritage. -
Balancing Efficiency and Fiscal Responsibility
The continuing contracts clause offers the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers a way to improve project delivery and enhance fiscal responsibility by aligning funding with project execution.
