Verdantas, a leading integrated environmental science, engineering, and consulting firm backed by Sterling Investment Partners announced today it has acquired cbec eco engineering, a highly-respected company specializing in water resources engineering and ecological restoration. This strategic move significantly enhances Verdantas’ environmentally related services in the Western region, particularly in California.

For the past 17 years, cbec has been at the forefront of environmental solutions leveraging their expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, sediment transport, design and field services. Their multi-benefit approach to riverine, wetland, coastal and estuarine restoration improves natural environments while addressing humanity’s needs. With experience in flood-risk reduction, ecosystem enhancement, and maintaining the equilibrium between agriculture and urban development, cbec actively collaborates with biologists and ecologists to ensure the protection and management of water-dependent ecosystems.

Jesse Kropelnicki, CEO of Verdantas, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, “We are thrilled to welcome cbec’s group of 42 experts to the Verdantas team. Their deep commitment to integrated environmental science and engineering aligns seamlessly with our vision and differentiation as a firm. cbec’s expertise in coastal areas, estuaries, lowland, foothill and mountain rivers will strengthen Verdantas’ overall water resource offerings in collaboration with our already robust natural resources team, and world-renowned Flow Labs.”

James Soldano, Partner at Sterling, said, “This is an exciting transaction for Verdantas and will enable the company to strengthen its capabilities, particularly in the critical area of water resources. We believe cbec’s well-established reputation, coupled with its historical roots in California, will also enhance Verdantas’ ability to attract and serve a growing clientele in the West.”

This union allows Verdantas to continue building upon environmentally related services, aligning seamlessly with their sustainable vision pillar. Together, Verdantas and cbec will lead the way in environmental science, engineering, and consulting, delivering integrated solutions that benefit both people and the planet.

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