“Over the past 10 years, AESI has experienced substantial growth, with revenues increasing fourfold,” says Michael Novak, LSRP, the firm's president. “During this time AESI has played a significant role in returning numerous contaminated industrial properties to beneficial use with projects that have ranged from asbestos evaluation for 1,500 properties in 47 states for a national retailer to evaluating 1,500 homes impacted by Super Storm Sandy including LSRP services for a city in Hudson County; and over 100 remediation projects for Newark and Port Elizabeth-related industrial and logistics businesses.”

Approximately 60 percent of AESI's total revenue today is generated by environmental due diligence and soil and groundwater remediation services. The balance is construction services; asbestos, wetlands and indoor air quality surveys; and professional services including expert testimony and litigation support on multiple environmental matters.

Rapid growth of the New Jersey/New York industrial real estate marketplace is fueling demand for firms that specialize in complex environmental laws and regulations, and has played a significant role in propelling AESI's expansion.

“There has been substantial demand for industrial properties, coupled with a high turnover of these assets,” says Novak. “Internet shopping, the deepening of the Panama Canal and the raising of the Bayonne Bridge have created the need for more warehouses and logistics facilities.”

These and other real estate projects typically require AESI's expertise and capabilities, a trend Novak expects will continue in the foreseeable future.

“Maintaining a diverse mix of real estate clients – including industrial, retail, mixed-use residential and office building owners – allows our firm to thrive in the event there is an economic downturn,” says Novak. “When economic conditions negatively impact one or more of these market sectors, we have the benefit of continuing to receive project work from sectors where business remains strong.”

To keep pace with increased client demand, AESI also has added to its professional team. During the past 12 months, AESI has added nine new staff members, and expects to fill several more positions in the months ahead.

“We are continually expanding our knowledge base and increasing the depth of resources necessary to deliver the highest quality services to new and existing clients,” says Novak.

AESI foresees continued business growth in 2018 and beyond.

“With no sign of market slowdown, AESI is committed to managing and resolving environmental concerns and creating safe, environmentally clean places where residents can live, work and play,” says Novak. “We are pleased with our growth trajectory and excited about the oppor