Eastern Research Group (ERG) has established itself as a premier environmental and public health consulting firm since its founding in 1984. Growing from just 10 employees and two clients to more than 800 professionals today, ERG delivers technical expertise and innovative solutions to government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector clients [4]. The company's comprehensive service portfolio encompasses environmental science, engineering, data analytics, and digital solutions focused on improving air quality, water infrastructure, climate resilience, and public health outcomes [5].
Under the leadership of CEO and founder David Meyers [4], ERG's executive team has recently expanded to include new vice presidents overseeing critical practice areas:
- Susan Day - Economic Analysis
- Frank DeCarlo - Process Engineering
- Evan Fago - Sustainability
- Cheryl Keenan - Environmental Data
- Ben Young - Life Cycle Analysis
The organization's work spans 23 distinct practice areas [1], with core focus on:
- Environmental and climate justice solutions
- Facilities planning and engineering
- Digital and information systems
- Public health and safety
- Clean transportation initiatives
ERG's federal market presence is particularly robust, with extensive relationships supporting environmental, sustainability, and infrastructure programs across civilian and defense agencies. The company serves as a prime contractor to EPA's Office of Atmospheric Programs [5] and provides environmental planning services to agencies including DOD, EPA, NIH, and NIST [3].
Notable federal programs and contracts include:
- EPA Sustainable Facilities Practices Branch support since 2001 [4]
- DOD facility sustainability and waste management for Pentagon/Mark Center [2]
- Federal agency air compliance and Title V permit support [7]
Recent developments highlight ERG's continued growth and innovation. The company has:
- Launched a new Measurements and Laboratory Services group [2]
- Opened a new office in Fairfax, Virginia [3]
- Secured significant contract awards, including EPA's toxic air emissions reduction program [4]
- Received a patent for new emissions measurement technology [6]
ERG's service capabilities continue to expand through strategic initiatives such as environmental monitoring projects, exemplified by their recent Utah PFAS contract [7]. The company maintains its commitment to technical excellence while serving hundreds of clients across federal, state, and local governments, NGOs, and private sector organizations [3].