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To set the stage for the forensic discussion, the presentation will briefly explore the characteristics of what defines an emerging contaminant and provide the current regulatory status of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), microplastics, produced water, and pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs). The presenters will discuss how the development of cutting-edge forensic techniques and methods around these emerging contaminants can be utilized to mitigate risk to the insurance industry. These advancements are crucial in assessing both historical and emerging environmental liabilities, providing comprehensive insights for effective environmental stewardship, risk management, and site remediation.
Presenters
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Ted Healey, B.S.
Senior Scientist, NewFields
Mr. Healey has over 25 years’ experience in the field of environmental chemistry. His background is in the detailed chemical analysis and interpretation of organic contaminants such as petroleum products and manufactured gas plant residues and wastes, and their characterization using advanced instrumental methods and sophisticated chemometric data interpretation techniques (forensic chemical fingerprinting).

Much of the focus of his work is the molecular-level characterization of petroleum and petroleum products and investigations of the chemical alteration of petroleum due to physical and biological weathering.

He is fully trained in standard U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and ASTM chemical analytical methodologies. He is particularly experienced in gas chromatography and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) analysis of hydrocarbons and other anthropogenic contaminants. Mr. Healey has managed the planning and technical work of hundreds of projects involving the study of fate and transport of organic contaminants in aquatic and terrestrial environments.
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Jack Sheldon
PFAS Service Line Lead, Antea Group USA
Jack Sheldon is a Senior Remediation Specialist with Antea Group located in West Des Moines, Iowa. He has over 39 years of experience in the fields of environmental microbiology and remediation.

Jack has a BS in Bacteriology & Public Health and an MS in Environmental/Industrial Microbiology from Wagner College in Staten Island, NY. In his current role, he advises on remediation technology selection, performance, and optimization across the US and abroad. His key technology areas are bioremediation and chemical oxidation. Jack has authored numerous papers and posters, and co-authored two best-selling books on bioremediation. Jack is also a subject matter expert on PFAS.
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Jake Bartlett
Associate, Vorys
Jake is an associate in the environmental practice group of Vorys out of the firm’s Washington D.C. office. He was previously located in the firm’s Cincinnati, Ohio office and is also licensed to practice in Kentucky.

He works on a wide variety of environmental law related issues including permitting and compliance, state, federal and administrative enforcement and litigation, and transactional due diligence. He has recently worked with several clients on emerging contaminant issues, primarily PFAS reporting and compliance requirements under TSCA, EPCRA, and various state laws.

He has also worked closely with consultant experts to implement forensic analysis strategies to assist in defense of major litigation.
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Moderator: Tracy Taszarek
Consultant, Antea Group USA
Tracy is a people-focused Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Consultant with over 20 years of experience with medical device manufacturing facilities, environmental engineering firms, research and development labs, and public-school districts.

She excels at developing and implementing EHS trainings and programs, and has technical expertise in waste and recycling, hazardous materials, and dangerous goods transportation.

Tracy enjoys sharing her experiences to help organizations navigate the complex landscape of EHS and ESG regulations and standards, and actively engages with clients to develop and implement sustainable business practices.
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