2023
Happy Thanksgiving! | November 2023
During this season of Thanksgiving, we have been reflecting on the incredible journey we've shared throughout this year. In the spirit of gratitude, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to our clients, colleagues, and partners -- thank you for entrusting us with your environmental challenges.
Our offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday (11/23 and 11/24).
The 48 NORTH team wishes you and your loved ones a joyous Thanksgiving!
Our offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday (11/23 and 11/24).
The 48 NORTH team wishes you and your loved ones a joyous Thanksgiving!
TEN YEARS of 48 NORTH | November 2023
It's with immense pride and gratitude that we announce the 10th anniversary of 48 North Solutions!
From navigating complex regulatory landscapes to spearheading innovative projects, our team has been dedicated to environmental excellence and continued progress. Thank you to our incredible clients, partners, and the entire 48 NORTH staff for a successful decade — we look forward to what the next ten years have in store.
From navigating complex regulatory landscapes to spearheading innovative projects, our team has been dedicated to environmental excellence and continued progress. Thank you to our incredible clients, partners, and the entire 48 NORTH staff for a successful decade — we look forward to what the next ten years have in store.
Historic tidal energy deployment | November 2023
Making history: the first tidal energy device deployed in Puget Sound!
This deployment in Sequim, WA marks an exciting milestone for our clients at the Applied Physics Laboratory-UW and Pacific Marine Energy Center. 48 NORTH provided regulatory and permitting support, which included biological and essential fish habitat assessments, agency consultations, and permits acquisition from local, state, and federal agencies. The 48 NORTH team is honored to have contributed to this groundbreaking project and the advancement into the blue economy!
This deployment in Sequim, WA marks an exciting milestone for our clients at the Applied Physics Laboratory-UW and Pacific Marine Energy Center. 48 NORTH provided regulatory and permitting support, which included biological and essential fish habitat assessments, agency consultations, and permits acquisition from local, state, and federal agencies. The 48 NORTH team is honored to have contributed to this groundbreaking project and the advancement into the blue economy!
Marine energy devices - a firsthand look | October 2023
48 NORTH staff had the opportunity to visit the Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington (APL-UW) for an up-close look at several cutting-edge marine energy devices, one of which we have provided environmental and permitting support for since 2017! Pictured here is a cross-flow tidal turbine with an Adaptive Monitoring Package featuring multiple sensors for comprehensive environmental monitoring. This device is slated for deployment in local waters soon, promising to enhance the readiness of tidal energy converters and deepen our scientific understanding of their interactions with the environment.
Marine renewable energy presents an exciting frontier that we are thrilled to play a part in, and we're grateful to the researchers at APL-UW for affording us the opportunity to experience these devices in person.
Marine renewable energy presents an exciting frontier that we are thrilled to play a part in, and we're grateful to the researchers at APL-UW for affording us the opportunity to experience these devices in person.
Busy field season! | October 2023
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Summer may have come to a close, but our field season is just kicking off!
This month, our staff is working all across the Pacific Northwest to gather data, monitor water quality, and ensure environmental compliance. Highlights include onsite environmental monitoring for biological and permitting compliance near Pacific City, Oregon, and turbidity monitoring during riverbank stabilization in Snoqualmie, Washington. Stay tuned as we gather vital data and continue our mission to protect and preserve the beauty of the PNW! |
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Ocean climate action roundtable | September 2023
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Cam Fisher and Katie Keil were invited to participate in a regional round table discussion to develop a collaborative research strategy supporting the Biden Administration’s new Ocean Climate Action Plan (OCAP) on Wednesday, September 20th. This event brings the breadth of the ocean/climate/blue economy communities together and convenes researchers, policy makers, federal and state government, industry, community-based organizations, and nonprofits to discuss key research needs and partnership opportunities.
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In addition to panel discussions on offshore renewable energy, decarbonization in the blue economy, mCDR and nature-based solutions, Cam and Katie spent the day networking with old and new contacts. It was great to see colleagues working hard to address ocean climate challenges and foster new opportunities! |
Wetland training certification | August 2023
Katie Keil has successfully completed the Wetland Delineation course offered by Wetland Training Institute! This course satisfies the requirements for basic wetland delineation training as specified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), as well as certification programs in many states, and covers technical guidelines for wetland delineations; field indicators of hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, and wetland hydrology; methods for making jurisdictional determinations; methods to apply in difficult situations; and more.
Wetlands play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, biodiversity, and water quality. This achievement amplifies our ability to identify and protect these ecosystems, serve our clients, and to provide even more informed solutions for a wide range of projects.
Wetlands play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, biodiversity, and water quality. This achievement amplifies our ability to identify and protect these ecosystems, serve our clients, and to provide even more informed solutions for a wide range of projects.
Tokitae relocation to Salish Sea | July 2023
48 NORTH has been contracted to complete all permitting studies and requirements to move Tokitae the orca from the Miami Seaquarium to a specially designed ocean habitat in the Salish Sea. Tokitae—also known as Toki, Lolita, and k’ali’Ch’elh-tenaut—is a Southern Resident Killer Whale that was captured in Penn Cove in 1970 and transported to the Miami Seaquarium, where she has lived for more than 50 years. Today, Toki continues to be in good health and all parties are working together to prepare and condition Toki for her return to a large, invigorating enclosure in her natal waters while simultaneously initiating Indigenous consultation, government permitting, and design and fabrication of her ocean home in the Salish Sea. More information about this effort and project updates can be found here.
Ocean Renewable Energy Conference Environmental Panel | June 2023
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Cam Fisher is sitting on the environmental panel of the 2023 Ocean Renewable Energy Conference (OREC) in Portland, Oregon on Wednesday, June 21. He will be discussing the inconsistencies and challenges of the permitting process, among other topics. Learn more about the conference and how to register here.
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48 NORTH is growing! | May 2023
48 NORTH team is excited to welcome Ryan Swanson as an Environmental Scientist. Ryan has a MS in Ecology of the University of California, Davis and a Master of Marine Affairs from the University of Washington. He brings years of environmental policy, ecology, and climate change adaptation and mitigation planning experience to 48 NORTH.
Welcome to the team, Ryan!
Welcome to the team, Ryan!
Poster presentation at the Salmon Recovery Conference | April 2023
Bill Mavros and Celeste Barnes-Crouse will be in Vancouver, WA from April 18-19th to participate in the Salmon Recovery Conference, a conference showcasing salmon recovery projects, research, monitoring, and more. They will be presenting their poster — Garrison Springs Creek Daylighting and Fish Passage Barrier Removal — which details 48 NORTH and partner's efforts to reconnect the Chambers Bay estuary to unique spring creek freshwater habitat. Stop by and meet us!
Coastal Inundation Mapping Certificate | February 2023
Celeste Barnes-Crouse successfully completed the Coastal Training Program's Coastal Inundation Mapping course! This hands-on training explored coastal inundation and mapping methods using ArcGIS, discussion on different types of coastal inundation (e.g., riverine flooding, sea level rise, storm surge, tsunami), spatial methodologies used to map flood areas in a coastal environment, and applications of various types of inundation products. Contact us today to learn how we can support your projects in these changing landscapes.
River Restoration Northwest Symposium | February 2023
Bill Mavros is once again participating in River Restoration Northwest's (RRNW) Symposium from February 6-12th! RRNW hosts researchers, scientists, and field professionals from the Pacific Northwest and beyond to share knowledge and collaborate on the latest in River Restoration practices and research. Bill is contributing to knowledge sharing across disciplines to holistically approach river restoration.
48 NORTH meetings - PTC 23 | January 2023
Happy 2023! We're kicking off the new year right — 48 NORTH will be in Honolulu, Hawaii from January 16-19th to meet with those attending the Pacific Telecommunications Council's Annual Meeting, the industry’s premier telecommunications and ICT event!
Our schedule is filling up fast, so if you would like to schedule a meeting, please reach out to either Cameron Fisher or Katie Keil.
Our schedule is filling up fast, so if you would like to schedule a meeting, please reach out to either Cameron Fisher or Katie Keil.
2022
Happy holidays! | December 2022
Happy holidays to all our clients, staff, partners, and friends. It has been a pleasure working with you over the past year, and we look forward to another year of growth and collaboration.
Best wishes and we'll see you in 2023!
Best wishes and we'll see you in 2023!
Happy Thanksgiving! | November 2022
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at 48 NORTH! We are so grateful for our staff, collaborators, and clients. Thank you for being a part of our community — we wish you a happy and safe Thanksgiving! 🦃
Our offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday (11/24 and 11/25), but we look forward to assisting you after the holidays!
Our offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday (11/24 and 11/25), but we look forward to assisting you after the holidays!
Local kokanee salmon restoration efforts | October 2022
48 NORTH is actively involved with local groups such as the Kokanee Work Group (KWG). On October 12th, our senior Fisheries Biologist and KWG member, Bill Mavros, attended the “Release the Kokanee” event celebrating the successes of the KWG and those who have supported the efforts to restore native kokanee salmon in Lake Sammamish. The event was cosponsored by the KWG and included speeches by local elected officials, Snoqualmie Tribal Leaders, and KWG members.
Read more about the event here: https://bit.ly/KokaneeRelease .
Read more about the event here: https://bit.ly/KokaneeRelease .
Wetland rating certification earned | October 2022
Another member of the 48 NORTH staff is certified in the Washington State Wetland Rating System! Katie Keil completed the Coastal Training Program's intensive "Using the Washington State Wetland Rating System (2014) in Western Washington" workshop on October 13th. Wetland rating systems are designed to help agencies make decisions about standards for protecting wetlands, including buffers, and are an important tool for many projects.
Wave Energy Test Site in Hawai'i | September 2022
48 NORTH has been supporting the development of the Navy's wave energy test site (WETS) in Hawai'i, a test site for wave energy technology demonstration to accelerate getting to a commercial result. Freethink recently uploaded a YouTube video discussing WETS, its purpose, and some of the wave energy devices being deployed.
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrQBQ2m2blk
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrQBQ2m2blk
SEALink cable expansion in southeast Alaska | July 2022
48 NORTH has been supporting Alaska Power and Telephone Company's (AP&T's) development of a submarine fiber optic cable system in southeast Alaska, and are excited to announce that AP&T has received another grant award from USDA and will be expanding their fiber optic connectivity in communities on Prince of Wales Island. The project, called “SEALink South,” will involve developing fiber optic networks capable of 100 Mbps symmetrical service and higher to approximately 550 premises in the remote, rural communities of Craig, Klawock, and Hollis, helping to enhance telecommunication resiliency and redundancy for residents throughout the Tongass National Forest region. Building on the success of SEALink, we are excited to continue to support AP&T in addressing the infrastructure needs of remote Alaska communities.
You can find the press release here.
You can find the press release here.
Fish-focused conferences | June 2022
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48 NORTH's Senior Fisheries Biologist--Bill Mavros--attended Fish Passage 2022, an annual event addressing challenges in fish passage through the lens of engineering, biology, management, and society. This interdisciplinary conference featured global innovations for next-generation fish passage technology, advanced research, and technology tested in nearby rivers.
We'll also be at the American Fisheries Society's 152nd meeting in August — come find us in Spokane from August 21-25! Through these conferences, our proven expertise, and growing network, we are empowered to continue to support threatened and endangered fish species, including fish passage and stream restoration projects, using the best available science and technologies. |
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Climate change presentation for OASeS | May 2022
Katie Keil has been invited to present and serve on a panel at the Ocean Acidification Sentinel Site (OASeS) Symposium, taking place from May 10-12 in Ocean Shores, WA. This meeting covers a suite of climate change-related topics— spanning from management and policy to science and research—to support adaptation efforts, as well as NOAA's Sentinel Site program. The ONMS Sentinel Site will be used to inform resource managers and coastal communities by telling the story of ocean acidification and its impacts on Washington's coastal marine resources, cultures, communities, and economies.
Having extensive experience in ocean acidification and natural resource needs, Katie is looking forward to sharing her climate change expertise and continuing to support climate change planning and data sharing efforts.
Having extensive experience in ocean acidification and natural resource needs, Katie is looking forward to sharing her climate change expertise and continuing to support climate change planning and data sharing efforts.
Water Power Week in Washington DC | April 2022
48 NORTH's principal—Cameron Fisher—attended the National Hydropower Association's Water Power Week 2022 in Washington DC. Water Power Week brings asset owners, developers, and other waterpower industry organizations face-to-face with those affecting the resource to discuss waterpower’s role in the clean energy future, including Congressional policymakers, government agency officials, NGOs, Tribes, and other waterpower stakeholders. This annual conference, which is considered the industry's premier policy event, provides industry professionals and power producers and suppliers the opportunity to converge on the nation's capital to shape the future of waterpower.
You can view this year's program here.
48 NORTH is excited to continue to support marine energy projects!
You can view this year's program here.
48 NORTH is excited to continue to support marine energy projects!
BA Author Certification | March 2022
48 NORTH's Bill Mavros and Katie Keil have successfully completed the Washington Department of Transportation's (WSDOT's) Biological Assessment (BA) Author Training to become Certified BA Authors! The purpose of a BA is to provide technical information and to determine to what extent the proposed project may affect federally threatened, endangered, or proposed species and/or designated critical habitat. This 3-day training provided formal guidance for preparing BAs in order to achieve greater consistency and quality in BA format, content, and analyses of project effects, including noise (terrestrial and underwater) and stormwater assessments.
Whatcom Marine Research Symposium | February 2022
February is for symposia! 48 NORTH's Katie Keil will be presenting at the 2022 Whatcom Marine Research Symposium on February 23rd. The symposium will feature two keynote speakers, Nooksack Elder and Tribal Storyteller Tammy Cooper-Woodrich and Washington State Poet Laureate and Lummi Tribal member Rena Priest; and eight presentations on new research on a wide range of topics relevant to Whatcom County area marine waters and nearshore ecosystems.
Katie's presentation on understanding and advancing natural resource management in the context of climate change is scheduled from 2:15-2:45 PM PST. The symposium is virtual and free to attend — register here!
Katie's presentation on understanding and advancing natural resource management in the context of climate change is scheduled from 2:15-2:45 PM PST. The symposium is virtual and free to attend — register here!
River Restoration Northwest Symposium | February 2022
48 NORTH's Bill Mavros is attending River Restoration Northwest's 2022 Symposium— an event hosting researchers, scientists, and field professionals from the Pacific Northwest and beyond to share knowledge and collaborate on the latest in river restoration practices and research.
Bill will be convening, sharing information, and fostering dialogue with a multi-disciplinary approach to stream restoration and related watershed and river sciences. Look for him at the symposium or email him directly, he's excited to share lessons learned and collaborate!
Bill will be convening, sharing information, and fostering dialogue with a multi-disciplinary approach to stream restoration and related watershed and river sciences. Look for him at the symposium or email him directly, he's excited to share lessons learned and collaborate!
Project update - SEALink Fiber Optic Cable Project approved | February 2022
48 NORTH has worked closely with the Alaska Power & Telephone Company and Wopschall Consulting, LLC on the SEALink fiber optic cable system to obtain all the necessary environmental approvals. Supported by a USDA Rural Utility Service grant, this project will create a 214-mile submarine fiber optic cable from Prince of Wales Island to Juneau, with an overland crossing on Mitkof Island and terrestrial network build-outs in the communities of Coffman Cove and Kasaan.
What our team is most proud of is that environmental approvals were received
two years a head of schedule!
To learn more, please visit this website.
What our team is most proud of is that environmental approvals were received
two years a head of schedule!
To learn more, please visit this website.
Wave energy project with C-Power | January 2022
48 NORTH is honored to provide environmental permitting and regulatory support for Columbia Power's (C-Power) SeaRAY autonomous offshore power system. This device can generate 100 watts to 20 kilowatts of clean energy from ocean waves— enough energy to power a seafloor data-gathering system or a surface vessel! It's also equipped with a novel field data collection, storage, and transmission system that researchers can also use to control the SeaRAY remotely. This technology can help conserve our oceans and provide renewable energy for a booming ocean economy.
To learn more about this exciting project, visit the Department of Energy's website!
To learn more about this exciting project, visit the Department of Energy's website!
2021
Happy Holidays! | December 2021
On behalf of all at 48 NORTH, we would like to wish you a safe and happy holiday season! Thank you to our clients, collaborators, and colleagues for your support in 2021—we look forward to working with you in the new year!
Sandy Cove Park wetland delineations | November 2021
Wetlands and streams are considered "Waters of the U.S." and must be identified before most construction or development activities. Last week, the 48 NORTH team strapped on their boots and raingear to conduct a critical area review and wetland and ordinary high water mark (OHWM) determination at a local park. We verified the presence/absence of wetlands and important habitat areas and used GIS to map the boundaries. Now, we are drafting a critical area report of our findings, as well as a conceptual mitigation plan that presents an overview of possible mitigation solutions.
Fish and water quality monitoring in Snoqualmie | September 2021
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Our team has been busy supporting the Record Office revetment repair project proposed by the City of Snoqualmie, which is designed to provide bank stabilization along the Snoqualmie River. We're monitoring water quality and fish during construction activities to ensure environmental compliance and safeguard ecosystem health.
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Our team welcomes Celeste Barnes-Crouse | August 2021
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We're growing! 48 NORTH is excited to introduce Celeste Barnes-Crouse, who recently joined on as an environmental scientist. A School of Marine and Environmental Affairs at the University of Washington graduate, she is an interdisciplinary scientist with a background in geography and a passion for science communication.
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48 NORTH supports Alaska Power & Telephone's SEALink cable | June 2021
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48 NORTH is back in Alaska! This time we are proudly supporting AP&T on the SEALink submarine fiber cable project - a 214-mile submarine cable - connecting rural communities in Alaska. This combination of marine and terrestrial cable will extend from Prince of Wales Island to Juneau, with an overland crossing on Mitkof Island through the community of Petersburg. The project also involves terrestrial network build-outs in the communities of Coffman Cove and Kasaan, which currently lack broadband service. 48 NORTH is working closely with AP&T and USDA Rural Utility Service (RUS) to provide NEPA and environmental permitting support on this RUS ReConnect-funded project.
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48 NORTH joins social media | April 2021
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You can now find us on Twitter and Facebook! We will be using these accounts to highlight our projects, provide updates on the environmental permitting process, and everything in between. Follow us on Twitter (@48NSolutions), like us on Facebook (48 North Solutions, Inc.), and if you haven't already, connect with us on LinkedIn!
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We've moved to our new office | March 2021
After almost seven years in Seattle, we've packed up our Boat Street office and moved to Issaquah! You can now find us at:
1275 12th Avenue NW, STE 8
Issaquah, WA 98027
Come out and see us at our new location!
1275 12th Avenue NW, STE 8
Issaquah, WA 98027
Come out and see us at our new location!
Our team welcomes Katie Keil | February 2021
Katie Keil has recently joined the 48 NORTH Team as an environmental scientist! We are pleased to add her interdisciplinary expertise in aquatic ecology and environmental policy to our roster.
Cameron Fisher joins the City of Issaquah's Environmental Board | January 2021
Cameron Fisher was recently appointed as board member on the City of Issaquah’s Environmental Board (https://www.issaquahwa.gov/507/Environmental). Created in 2020, the objective of the Environmental Board is to protect, preserve and enhance the natural environment, and take action on climate change to reduce its impacts. Board members advise the Mayor, City Council, and City departments on the City’s plans, policies, regulations and programs related to environmental stewardship.
2020
Happy Holidays! | December 2020
What a wild year 2020 has been! Thanks to everyone we've worked with for your support
during these unusual times! Although this season may look different this year, we wish you a
very happy holidays from the 48 NORTH team!
USACE Publishes Proposal to Reissue & Modify NWPs | September 2020
On September 15, 2020, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) published its Proposal to Reissue and Modify Nationwide Permits (Proposal) in the Federal Register. Based on the expected timing for finalization and implementation, these new Nationwide Permits (NWPs) will become effective roughly 1 year prior to the planned expiration of the 2017 NWPs on March 22, 2022. Overall, NWPs are proposed to be reissued with similar, if not more flexible, terms relative to project impacts to waters of the U.S.
48 NORTH's supports clients with obtaining NWPs for various projects. NWPs provide a streamlined process for the USACE to authorize work in streams, wetlands, lakes, and tidal waters under Section 404 of the federal Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.
48 NORTH's supports clients with obtaining NWPs for various projects. NWPs provide a streamlined process for the USACE to authorize work in streams, wetlands, lakes, and tidal waters under Section 404 of the federal Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.
COVID-19 Updates | May 2020
48 NORTH is open and working (mostly from home) on our projects. Please stay safe as you navigate these difficult times!
2019
Happy Holidays! | December 2019
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Finishing our sixth year in business, 48 NORTH is going from strength to strength. Thank you to everyone we've worked with this year for making it such as success. We wish you all a wonderful holiday season and excited to start 2020! |
Navajo Indian Reservation Delineations, New Mexico | November 2019
The Navajo Indian Nation and US Bureau of Reclamation propose to install two 14-inch water pipeline laterals extending a total of 50 miles. 48 NORTH biologists, supporting McIntyre Environmental, conducted a delineation of waterbodies along the proposed route. Efforts included identifying Ordinary High Water Marks, Cowardin classifications of habitats, and unique biological features of each drainage. Data collected forms the basis of the 404/401 Water Quality Certification for the project installation.
Submarine Networks World Conference, Singapore | September 2019
48 NORTH's Cameron Fisher had the opportunity to sit on the regulatory panel at the Submarine Networks World conference, held in Singapore. Discussions revolved around environmental and regulatory hurdles associated with landing submarine fiber optic cables.
Quinault Indian Nation Submarine Fiber Optic Cable Landing Station | June 2019
48 NORTH is excited to support the Quinault Indian Nation with regulatory expertise to develop a submarine fiber optic cable landing station on the Washington coast. As part of the ACA International-led team, the Nation will oversee the development of the first and only cable landing station on the Washington Coast. This will enable submarine cables to land in Washington State for the first time in over 20 years.
Rivers Restoration Northwest Symposium | January 2019
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48 NORTH's Senior Fisheries Biologist, Bill Mavros, presented a poster at this year's RRNW's Stream Restoration Symposium. Bill's poster focused on our successful 4-year habitat monitoring of Ebright Creek for the City of Sammamish.
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2018
Happy Holidays! | December 2018
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Wow! Another year has passed. Thank you to everyone we've worked with this year for making it such as success. We wish you all a wonderful holiday season and we're looking forward to seeing what 2019 will bring. |
Tree Planting at the City of Sammamish's Zackuse Creek | November 2018
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48 NORTH's Senior Fisheries Biologist, Bill Mavros, enjoyed a great day planting native vegetation along the newly restored Zackuse Creek in the City of Sammamish. Nearly 100 people from the City, Snoqualmie Tribe, and local community turned up to make this a hugely successful event.
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Trip to Weaver Creek Spawning Channel, B.C. | October 2018
48 NORTH's Environmental Scientist, Cori Currier, participated in a University of Washington research trip to the Weaver Creek spawning channel to observe sockeye, pink, and chum salmon courtship and spawning behaviors. At Waver Creek, a 3-km long spawning channel was built as an extension of the existing creek. This extension provides a stable flow of cool, clean, oxygenated water to eggs and alevin. The channel holds about 45,000 spawning adult salmon.
48 NORTH Supports McIntyre Environmental on USFS Blanket Purchase Agreement | October 2018
48 NORTH is excited to support Arizona-based McIntyre Environmental on their recently awarded Blanked Purchase Agreement with the U.S. Forest Service Region 3 (Southwest) to provide NEPA services.
Our team welcomes Cori Currier | September 2018
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We are pleased to welcome Cori Currier to the 48 NORTH Team as an environmental scientist! Sadly, Valerie Cleland is leaving us to become a Knauss Marine Policy Fellow. We wish her the best in Washington DC next year!
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48 NORTH supporting Makai on Navy EXWC OMAC award | August 2018
48 NORTH is excited to support Makai Ocean Engineering, Inc. (Makai) on their 5-year, $245 million IDIQ contract for ocean engineering services with the Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) in Port Hueneme, California. Makai provides engineering services for worldwide design and construction of ocean cable systems, ocean work systems, waterfront facilities, offshore structures, moorings, and ocean construction equipment. 48 NORTH will provide regulatory support, including NEPA compliance, for appropriate task orders.
Environmental Monitoring in Hawaii | July 2018
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We are currently providing regulatory support to the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the US Navy for the deployment of multiple environmental monitoring devices at the Wave Energy Test Site in Kaneohe Bay, Oahu, Hawaii.
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Valerie and Bryan Graduate | June 2018
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Two of our employees, Valerie Cleland and Bryan Pelach, have graduated from University of Washington with Master's in Marine Affairs. Bryan won the award for best thesis and will be continuing on at UW to do a PhD. Congratulations to you both!
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48 NORTH Team Gets Outside | March 2018
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Our team determined the Ordinary High Water Mark of a section of the Naches River in accordance with the WA Department of Ecology's 2016 manual. Fieldwork with sunny weather in Washington is rare in March!
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UW Student Interview | January 2018
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Our employee, Valerie Cleland, is also a graduate student at the University of Washington in the School of Marine and Environmental Affairs. Read her interview about why she is interested in working in the field of marine policy: Q&A with Valerie Cleland |
2017
Happy Holidays! | December 2017
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Thanks to everyone we've worked with this year; we're wishing you all a wonderful holiday season! The 48 NORTH team is proud of what we've accomplished in 2017 and are looking forward to what 2018 will bring. |
Marine Technology Summit | November 2017
Senior Principal Engineer at the Applied Physics Lab, Dr. Peter Dahl, will be presenting "A hand-held tool for rapid assessment of underwater sound to inform decision making" at the Marine Technology Summit at the University of Washington on November 6th. 48 NORTH used Dr. Dahl's tool for the hydroacoustic monitoring of pile driving for the Pensacola Bay Bridge. The data we collected will be used as a case study for his presentation & Jan Brandt will be in attendance to answer additional questions.
Internet-Connected Deep-Sea Observatory | August 2017
UW/NSF-OOI/Jason
We're lucky here at 48 NORTH that we get to work on incredibly interesting projects such as the Regional Cable Array - University of Washington's submarine cable ocean observatory system. Take a look at this News Article to learn more about the system: Researchers, students on annual expedition to maintain internet-connected deep-sea observatory. We are very proud to provide continuing regulatory support on this project.
Jan Brandt on Site for Construction of the Pensacola Bay Bridge | June 2017
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48 NORTH is in Florida supporting Skanska/Parsons Brinckerhoff Design-Build team for the construction of the new Pensacola Bay Bridge. Our team will be in and out of Florida all summer to provide the hydroacoustic monitoring for the pile driving during construction. You can read more about the bridge here: http://www.pensacolabaybridge.com/overview
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Cameron Fisher Chairs DOE's 2017 Marine Hydrokinetic Peer Review Committee | February 2017
The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy are required to undertake rigorous, objective peer review of their funded projects in order to ensure and enhance the management, relevance, effectiveness, and productivity of those project. Once again, Cameron Fisher has the privilege of chairing the marine hydrokinetic energy committee. The committee review's projects sponsored by DOE's Water Power Technologies Office's Water Power portfolio. For more information please see: https://energy.gov/eere/water/water-power-program-peer-reviews
48 NORTH Opens New Office in Florida | January 2017
48 NORTH has opened an office in St. Augustine, Florida. This expansion is to accommodate our growth in project work and provide local expertise and client support in the Southeast U.S. 48 NORTH’s recent addition of prominent project support in hydroacoustic noise consultation for pile driving activities has accelerated the company’s growth and resource requirements in this region. In addition to providing hydroacoustic expertise for in-water construction, Florida provides a unique market to apply our firm’s regulatory and permitting expertise and capabilities. As a 25 year-native of Florida, 48 NORTH’s CEO and co-founder Jan Brandt leads the company’s expansion into the Southeast.
2016
Hydroacoustic Consultation & Monitoring for New Pensacola Bay Bridge | November 2016
48 North is proud to support the Skanska/Parsons Brinckerhoff Design-Build team for the construction of the new Pensacola Bay Bridge with hydroacoustic consultation and underwater noise monitoring services. Our own Jan Brandt is assisting the design team in underwater noise modeling resulting from pile driving operations, development of ESA consultation strategies with USFWS, as well as real time underwater noise monitoring during construction of the new bridge. For more information please see: http://www.pensacolabaybridge.com
48 NORTH Staff Joins Issaquah's River & Stream Board | October 2016
Our own Cameron Fisher and Bill Mavros have been accepted to sit on the City of Issaquah's River and Stream Board! Created in 1983, this board advises the Mayor and City Council on how to protect, preserve and enhance the water quality in the City's waterways, as well as protect the fish, birds and mammals that depend upon these aquatic environments. To learn more about this board, please visit: http://www.ci.issaquah.wa.us/index.aspx?NID=507
FASTER Cable Operational| July 2016
Congratulations to Google and cable installer, NEC Submarine Systems, for the successful installation of the FASTER cable - a 5,600 mile long fiber optic cable stretching from Oregon to Japan.
48 NORTH is proud to have provided regulatory and stakeholder support for the landing of this cable in Oregon. We worked closely with the State and Federal agencies throughout the permitting process, as well as regional fishing representatives, to successfully permit this project.
For more information about this project see: FASTER Cable
48 NORTH is proud to have provided regulatory and stakeholder support for the landing of this cable in Oregon. We worked closely with the State and Federal agencies throughout the permitting process, as well as regional fishing representatives, to successfully permit this project.
For more information about this project see: FASTER Cable
Holden Mine Wetland Assessment| July 2016
48 North's Wetland staff went out near Lake Chelan to the Holden Mine Reclamation Site and completed a wetland assessment of a 5-acre parcel on the site. Holden Mine is an inactive underground mine located along railroad creek about 50 miles north of the town of Chelan.
For more information about this project see: Holden Mine Site Clean-Up
Gold Bar Wetland Delineations | June 2016
Our team got to head out to a beautiful part of Washington State to do a series of wetland delineations. We assessed a series of regulated critical areas in and around Gold Bar.
Our team got to head out to a beautiful part of Washington State to do a series of wetland delineations. We assessed a series of regulated critical areas in and around Gold Bar.
ICEX 2016 Video - Arctic Ice Camp | April 2016
Last Month, 48 North's Jan Brandt got a chance to go up and spend some time at NAVY ICEX2016- a temporary ice camp in the Arctic Ocean. We helped University of Washington's Applied Physics Lab (APL) with the environmental permitting to make a camp like this possible. We wanted to share what life on ice looks like:
Last Month, 48 North's Jan Brandt got a chance to go up and spend some time at NAVY ICEX2016- a temporary ice camp in the Arctic Ocean. We helped University of Washington's Applied Physics Lab (APL) with the environmental permitting to make a camp like this possible. We wanted to share what life on ice looks like:
ICEX 2016 - Arctic Ice Camp | March 2016
48 NORTH's Jan Brandt has just returned from supporting University of Washington APL's involvement in the U.S. Navy Arctic Ice Exercise (ICEX 2016). He was 200 miles north of Deadhorse, Alaska on the arctic sea ice in negative 20 degree weather.
IMREC Conference on Marine Renewable Energy | February 2016
48 NORTH's Cameron Fisher is the Program Chair for this year's International Marine Renewable Energy Conference (IMREC). As part of NHA's Waterpower Week in Washington, D.C., developers, policymakers, and stakeholders discuss the challenges and solutions to move this marine industry forward. The conference is from April 25 to 27.
48 NORTH's Cameron Fisher is the Program Chair for this year's International Marine Renewable Energy Conference (IMREC). As part of NHA's Waterpower Week in Washington, D.C., developers, policymakers, and stakeholders discuss the challenges and solutions to move this marine industry forward. The conference is from April 25 to 27.
Happy new year! | January 2016
48 NORTH's Jan Brandt and Valerie Cleland will be attending this year's Arctic Encounter Symposium (AES) in Seattle, Washington. On January 15 and 16, the third annual AES will convene policymakers, industry leaders, and leading experts to confront the leading issues in Arctic policy, innovation, and development
48 NORTH's Jan Brandt and Valerie Cleland will be attending this year's Arctic Encounter Symposium (AES) in Seattle, Washington. On January 15 and 16, the third annual AES will convene policymakers, industry leaders, and leading experts to confront the leading issues in Arctic policy, innovation, and development
2015
End of 2015 | December 2015
Happy Holidays from the 48 NORTH Staff! This year our team has grown and we're excited to see what 2016 will bring- so cheers to another year, new projects, and good friends!
Kokanee Salmon in Sammamish, WA | October 2015
As we finished up the initial assessment of Ebright Creek in Sammamish, our team was lucky enough to spot some Kokanee Salmon before they spawned.
Check out the Kokanee Cam to take a look at these awesome fish!
Yet Another West Coast Fiber Optic Cable Project | July 2015
48 NORTH is again supporting the regulatory and permitting efforts to land another submarine fiber optic cable on the West Coast of the US. We're excited to support this effort!
48 NORTH is again supporting the regulatory and permitting efforts to land another submarine fiber optic cable on the West Coast of the US. We're excited to support this effort!
We're Expanding Our Team | April 2015
48 NORTH has expanded our offices as we're expanding our staff. We're adding senior fisheries and wetland experience to our ranks - 48 NORTH is developing into the aquatic "go to" company.
48 NORTH has expanded our offices as we're expanding our staff. We're adding senior fisheries and wetland experience to our ranks - 48 NORTH is developing into the aquatic "go to" company.
Back to Alaska... again! | March 2015
48 NORTH's fisheries scientists are excited to support Continental Shelf Associates on a Programmatic EIS assessing lease area expansion in Cook Inlet for the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. Our scientists are assessing the potential impacts to fisheries and benthic communities from potential oil and gas expansion in the region.
Arctic Ice Station Environmental Compliance | January 2015
Once again, 48 NORTH is honored to provide support on the University of Washington's Applied Physics Lab. This time we are preparing the federal environmental compliance documents for APL's 2016 Arctic ice station. 48 NORTH is developing strategies to maintain a no-net-discharge of all waste streams generated by the camp in the harsh climate of the Arctic winter.
To learn more about this exciting project please visit: Ice Camp Photos
To learn more about this exciting project please visit: Ice Camp Photos
2014
Wave and Tidal Project with UW APL | October 2014
48 NORTH is honored to provide regulatory support on the University of Washington's Applied Physics Lab’s efforts to investigate how to advance existing marine renewable energy technologies and concepts so they will perform at naval facilities and help reach the Navy’s renewable energy targets.
To learn more about this exciting project please visit UW Today
To learn more about this exciting project please visit UW Today
Biological and Water Monitoring of Ebright Creek | September 2014
48 NORTH is excited to support the City of Sammamish with monitoring of biological and water resources of Ebright Creek. This stream is important spawning habitat for kokanee. With the increase in housing developments within the City of Sammamish, concerns have been raised about the impacts to the adjacent natural environment. Our team will map the stream’s habitat, conduct a macroinvertebrate assessment, and monitor water quality over the long-term.
48 NORTH is excited to support the City of Sammamish with monitoring of biological and water resources of Ebright Creek. This stream is important spawning habitat for kokanee. With the increase in housing developments within the City of Sammamish, concerns have been raised about the impacts to the adjacent natural environment. Our team will map the stream’s habitat, conduct a macroinvertebrate assessment, and monitor water quality over the long-term.
West Coast Fiber Optic Cable | September 2014
We are proud to announce that 48 NORTH is supporting NEC Corporation with regulatory and permitting efforts to land a fiber optic cable from Asia to the West Coast of the US.
To learn more about this exciting project please visit NEC Cable Project
We are proud to announce that 48 NORTH is supporting NEC Corporation with regulatory and permitting efforts to land a fiber optic cable from Asia to the West Coast of the US.
To learn more about this exciting project please visit NEC Cable Project
48 North Solutions, Inc. is a SCS-Certified Business | July 2014
48 NORTH is now a Small Contractors and Suppliers (SCS) certified company (SCS #1660). Administered by King County's Office of Business Relations and Economic Development, King County's Contracting Opportunities Program creates opportunities for the use of SCS-certified businesses on King County, Port of Seattle, and Sound transit contracts.
Hawaii Marine Resource Support | June 2014
We are working in Hawaii again! 48 NORTH is proud to have supported Sound & Sea Technology, Inc. a Seattle-based marine engineering firm, develop the marine resource sections to support the NEPA documentation for the installation of a hydrophone array and submarine cable off the coast of Oahu, Hawaii.
We are working in Hawaii again! 48 NORTH is proud to have supported Sound & Sea Technology, Inc. a Seattle-based marine engineering firm, develop the marine resource sections to support the NEPA documentation for the installation of a hydrophone array and submarine cable off the coast of Oahu, Hawaii.
Permit Feasibility Analysis for Offshore Project in Oregon | May 2014
48 NORTH developed a Permitting Feasibility and Alternatives Analysis for the removal of a 270-ton concrete anchor off of the Oregon Coast for Sea Engineering Inc., a Honolulu-based marine engineering firm.
Cameron Fisher Chairs DOE's 2014 Marine Hydrokinetic Peer Review Committee | January 2014
The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy are required to undertake rigorous, objective peer review of their funded projects in order to ensure and enhance the management, relevance, effectiveness, and productivity of those project. This year, Cameron Fisher has the privilege of chairing the marine hydrokinetic energy committee. The committee review's projects sponsored by the Wind and Water Power Technologies Office's Water Power portfolio.
The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy are required to undertake rigorous, objective peer review of their funded projects in order to ensure and enhance the management, relevance, effectiveness, and productivity of those project. This year, Cameron Fisher has the privilege of chairing the marine hydrokinetic energy committee. The committee review's projects sponsored by the Wind and Water Power Technologies Office's Water Power portfolio.