Providing cost-effective system to manage financial and environmental risk (ESG) across industries, from food service to municipalities and water utilities, support SDG climate change actions.↺ restaurants and property owners reduce O&M costs; achieve CSR and ESG↺ recover energy-rich fats, oils and grease for renewable fuels; no hassle or long-haul disposal cost (reduce vehicle miles traveled)↺ advanced water filtration technology source separates organics from drainage water and reduces GHG emissions across industriesTogether, we reduce the risks and ensure measurable benefits for our communities:↺ economic development in partnership with all stakeholders including renewable fuels producers↺ protect sanitary sewers and wastewater treatment systems from expensive damage↺ prevent water pollution and resource-intensive fatbergs (grease loading of sewer infrastructure)↺ save energy + recover waste as a renewable source of energy (drop-in fuels, no engine mod)↺ reduce operations and maintenance costs↺ protect drainage infrastructure and utility ratesWe are automating grease management and supporting circular economies worldwide, partnering with businesses, cities, and water agencies to maximize economic, social and environmental value in their industries.We provide a sustainable value proposition for a circular economy in our communities with waste-as-a-resource strategy.Multi-benefit source separation technology supporting:↺ LEED Platinum, USGBC ↺ Envision system, Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure↺ ILFI Living Building Challenge, Materials Petal↺ HACCP compliance, public health and food safety↺ ISO 14001 EMS, Environmental Management System↺ EPA Asset Management for Sewer Collection Systems: Capacity, Management, Operation and Maintenance (CMOM) Program (sanitary sewer overflow/basement backup prevention tool); municipalities and private properties; public health and safety↺ Wastewater Environment Federation preventive activities

We’re recovering grease waste as an energy-rich resource for sustainable aviation fuel and multiple benefits and savings for communities. Judith is leading environmental sustainability strategy and projects to support climate commitments, scaling sustainable aviation fuel production by recovering organic waste-to-energy as a decarbonization technology for the built environment including all food service stakeholders, and helping industries achieve environmental compliance. We're recovering valuable organic "wastes" that can become renewable energy, fuels, and bioproducts. Helping communities become energy-resilient, and food service establishments become generators in the food waste and FOG value chain. We're recycling carbon by reusing it, over and over with sustainable, scalable solutions, worldwide, from fork-to-fuel! Join us! MS, Environmental Policy and Management

Judith is passionate about advancing sustainable aviation fuel uptake and ways in which to protect water quality. She works with a variety of stakeholders to increase the knowledge their role as a stakeholder in protecting it while providing a renewable feedstock for SAF. She is particularly proud of the mentoring of her most recent student at University of California, Irvine (UCI) - go Anteaters! She and this bright 2nd year environmental engineering student met at a student chapter meeting of the Engineers for a Sustainable World in the fall of 2018. They began working together on the grease waste-to-energy project which began under another UCI alum she mentored. The young engineer recognized that proper recovery and use of grease waste-as-a-resource can enable renewable fuels producers to reach net-zero energy goals, leading to more resilient and sustainable communities, and protect air and water quality by reducing pollutants. She assisted in the further development of the project, received funding from the Associated Students of UCI to support the research effort, and educated students on the harmful impacts of improper disposal of fats, oils and grease in the residential areas, and how this "waste" can support the production of renewable energy, fuels, and bioproducts. She also presented this innovative project at the USGBC Municipal Green Building Conference to an audience that included World Energy, a producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel.Due to her interest in wastewater and how it can be used in producing renewable energy, she was able to attain a summer internship with the Irvine Ranch Water District in 2019 (a sought-after gig with over 100 applicants!) which was extended through her graduation this year, 2021, and which helped her to garner an offering of a full-time position with them!

More efficient technology is available for grease management in the restaurant/food service industry. It helps you protect your assets, manage risk and save time. SUSTAINABLE FOOD SERVICE Using Grease Guardian reduces GHG emissions and contributes to renewable gas supplies, offering restaurants the choice of renewable gas cooking.PROVIDE SOLUTIONSSmall changes reap huge rewards. Dollars & sense; savings & sustainability. Clean air & healthy communities. Green buildings. Circular economy. Choice in using renewable gas appliances.DEVELOP & PROMOTE PARTNERSHIPSProtect public assets & provide renewable energy resources with interdisciplinary/interagency partnerships. REDUCE WASTEWATER SYSTEM PROBLEMS (Clogs, odors, backups, equipment failure)Fats, oil & grease (FOG) is a natural occurrence in food prep. Restaurants & food service ops can reduce the amount of FOG released into the municipal wastewater stream; that "waste" can be recycled as a valuable source of renewable energy for sustainable communities. Provide strategies, procedures, equipment & training to reduce FOG in wastewater. In-depth knowledge & understanding of restaurant challenges in FOG management.Partner with businesses, wastewater industry, cities and regulatory agencies on efficient FOG management. Reduce environmental and financial risks associated with sewer overflows. Reduce threat to public health/safety, protect food safety, prevent water quality impairment, & reduce impacts to businesses. M.A.S., Environmental Policy & Management. Director- Santa Ana River Basin Section (SARBS) of California Water Environment Assn. (CWEA). 2017 CWEA-SARBS P3S Person of the Year Award; 2nd Place-2017 CWEA P3S Person of the Year- State. Proud Veteran, USAF.

Supporting the City of Fountain Valley in administering environmental programs to protect air and water quality, and to divert inedible food and grease waste to support the production of renewable energy and fuels development in the community with OC San, Anaergia, World Energy, Irvine Ranch Water District, NREL, and other stakeholders, including the large food service industry, in support of clean communities and the circular economy.

Protecting our wastewater infrastructure and its reliability. Judith provides solutions to help the food service and food manufacturing industries meet their responsibilities to prevent grease blockages and sanitary sewer overflows, and to more efficiently manage their grease to avoid financial, regulatory, and environmental risk. This provides economic and public health benefits in communities by reducing wastewater treatment costs, saves energy and reduces maintenance across multiple industry sectors, and reduces GHG emissions through Scope 3. This is her third year as a Director with the Santa Ana River Basin Section (SARBS); second year as Secretary. Judith helps grow the SARBS membership by introducing students she is mentoring, and those she interacts with at career fairs and online through the CWEA Work for Water platform on YouTube. She is a speaker and presenter on topics related to fats, oils and grease (FOG) and their impacts on communities, and on pollution prevention and community benefits, and has received the P3S Person of the Year award by SARBS for her outreach efforts in the community.

Part-time position supporting the Environmental Services Division with NPDES MS4 compliance services to local governments. Role involves conducting environmental inspections of commercial and industrial businesses, and food service establishments as part of FOG Control programs. Analyzing problems and identifying solutions; helping businesses including restaurants to comply with the Clean Water Act and other regulations to prevent pollution of our beautiful waters. Liaise with and assist business owners in achieving compliance and avoiding financial risk (fines); advise on pollution prevention regulations, organics diversion goals, and community sustainability.Because prevention of pollution is much more sustainable than trying to mitigate it!

Restaurants are a large and very important industry in our communities. I provided OFR program development guidance and insight to several Surfrider chapters, and to its headquarters. Surfrider's Ocean Friendly Restaurants program supports restaurants - and their communities - in providing additional education and best practices to reduce pollution to our environment -- at the source. We're developing collaborative partnerships and providing exposure to green business programs to encourage sustainability within the restaurant industry.As Chair of the Ocean Friendly Restaurants Program for the Newport Beach and Huntington Beach/Seal Beach chapters of Surfrider Foundation, I facilitated collaborative efforts between cities, wastewater agencies, waste management companies, and stormwater and wastewater pollution prevention programs to help restaurants become more ecologically sustainable, and support their communities within the our watersheds in their sustainability efforts. Professional Recommendation:"I have had the pleasure of watching Judith speak to a large group of people on the topic of Ocean Friendly Restaurants as well as attend many water quality meetings in Newport Beach where she is welcome as an expert on this subject. Judith sees the opportunity of acknowledging local restaurants for their good work as a way to motivate them to engage in best management practices to keep plastic food ware and grease out of the storm drains that ultimately drain into the ocean. She is a welcome addition to our chapter and we appreciate her enthusiasm."Darrel FergusonVice Chair, Surfrider FoundationNewport Beach Chapter

Environmental program implementation for pollution control to waterways and sanitary wastewater collection system. Facilitated city & regional implementation & ongoing administration of stormwater permit. Participated in development and administration of goals, objectives, & procedures for programs, planning and assessing program effectiveness, and legislative analysis for impact on operations. Ensured departmental compliance with directives. Implemented Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) control program; conducted foodservice facility inspections in compliance with California’s Statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements to protect water quality by preventing sewage overflows.Conducted water quality and sustainability related research. Prepared storm water quality reports, investigation reports and enforcement related documents. Researched and evaluated BMP effectiveness; reviewed pollution control plans. Created and made presentations to City Council, community organizations, and California Water Environment Association; provided internal and external outreach and education. Professional Recommendations:"Judith approached her assignment at the City, and the occasional request from the Regional Board, with passion and vigor. We at the Regional Board appreciated her dedication and devotion to protecting the environment."​ - Stephen D. Mayville, Chief, Enforcement, California EPA/Regional Water Quality Control Board, Santa Ana"She worked in tandem with our department to ensure commercial establishments were in compliance with discharge requirements to the sanitary sewer collection system, including issues with fats, oils and grease (FOG). Her extensive knowledge of Best Management Practices allowed her to effectively educate dischargers to minimize the amount of FOG they would contribute to our system, helping our system operate more efficiently and avoid sanitary sewer overflows from blockages." - Dorien McElroy, Wastewater Supervisor, City of Huntington Beach

Managed NPDES permit and stormwater compliance program; developed/wrote city's streamlined Storm Water Management Plan; wrote annual reports of the Plan. Participated in various watershed and permittee workgroups to facilitate the regional implementation and ongoing administration of the Municipal NPDES Permit; acted as City liaison with the California EPA at both Regional Water Quality Control Board and state levels. Wrote grant/awarded $250,000 for Xeriscape retrofit of two City properties; managed a $1.3M State Clean Beach Initiative (CBI) grant for a bacteria source identification study of the Tijuana River; managed a $1.2M State CBI grant for a low-flow urban runoff diversion project at the coast to prevent water quality impairment. Created and made presentations to City Council and community organizations; provided internal and external outreach and education; organized and conducted first Earth Day fair in Imperial Beach in which approximately 300 school children and 20 agencies participated. Reviewed construction permits for water quality impacts. Implemented recycling and HHW program, and city's business plan for waste. Managed waste disposal contract with vendor.

Regulated waste discharges in accordance with legislation. Identified volume, physical and chemical characteristics of the waste and the responsible parties associated with discharges. Wrote waste discharge requirements (permits). Ensured compliance of discharge facilities through investigative fieldwork and compliance inspections. Investigated complaints and suspected violations to gather evidence regarding illegal dumping, pollution, or facility permit violations. Used scientific expertise to determine the cause of the violations and identify the impact of the violation on water quality. Analyzed circumstances surrounding violations and recommended enforcement actions. Prepared investigation reports and enforcement related documents. Conducted research and analyzed related material for dairies, sewage treatment facilities, and stormwater discharges and pollution prevention program. Coordinated with and provided information and technical assistance to other agencies, dischargers, and the public. CEQA review to determine the effects of proposed development and construction activities on the environment and water quality. Member of collaborative group to develop the Antelope Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWMP), Los Angeles County. Provided recommendations based on technical expertise in the development of the IRWMP.

Participated in surface and groundwater quality monitoring programs in the Las Vegas watershed. Worked on the Las Vegas Wash Project to restore the lower reach of the wash, reestablish the wetlands, and protect water quality in the Las Vegas Bay, an arm of Lake Mead. Worked on revegetation effort to stabilize soils and replace previously lost riparian and wetland habitat. Worked with 28 members of the Las Vegas Wash Coordination Committee, representing local, state, and federal agencies, local environmental groups, businesses, and interested citizens, in the implementation of a comprehensive management plan developed for the Las Vegas Wash. Wrote/awarded three grants in the total amount of $838,500. Developed grant tracking application.Supported efforts of the construction of erosion control structures, bank revegetation, and public outreach efforts. Coordinated volunteers in wetland and riparian plantings and invasive vegetation removal. The overall cost to implement the CAMP is projected to be approximately $127 million through 2013.

Educated the public on water conservation efforts.

Served my country in the United States Air Force. Proud Veteran!