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Rincon Attending the 2023 Mobility 21 Southern California Transportation Summit
The Rinconteam is attending the 2023 Mobility 21 Southern California Transportation Summit, “Challenge of Change,” …
Rincon Welcomes Director of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Norm Ponferrada
Norm Ponferrada joins Rincon with 17 years of experience with California’s fish species and aquatic habitats. He will be leading the development of Rincon’s fisheries…
Rincon Leads Coastal Walkabout Demonstration for Sea Level Rise in Carlsbad
Rincon recently developed and led an interactive walkabout for APA members to learn about local efforts and project…
Two Rincon Projects Honored with APWA Ventura County Project of the Year Awards
Announcing Rincon's Principal-Level Promotions
Rincon's New UAS Drone Pilots
Rincon Welcomes New Climate Adaptation & Resilience Specialist
Rincon welcomes Frederico Scarelli, PhD as new Climate Adaptation & Resilience Specialist. He has over 12 years of experience designing, planning, and executing nature-based…
Rincon Welcomes New Director of Noise, Air Quality, & Greenhouse Gas
Welcome to the Rincon team, Josh Carman, INCE-USA! Josh joins us with over 20 years of experience in the field of acoustics and air quality and has participated in the environmental review…
Join Rincon at the ACWA 2022 Fall Conference
Congratulations to Rincon’s New Vice Presidents of Natural Resources!
We are excited to announce the promotions of Sherri Miller and David Daitch, PhD to Vice Presidents of Natural Resources.
Rincon at the 2022 AEP Conference in Yosemite
We are excited to attend and sponsor the California Association of Environmental Professionals 2022 State Conference in Yosemite, April 10th through the 13th…
Join Rincon at the ACWA 2021 Fall Conference
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is excited to be attending and exhibiting at the ACWA 2021 Fall Conference & Exhibition at the Pasadena Convention Center…
Two Rincon Projects Receive 2021 AEP Conference Merit Awards
The California Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) recently announced the 2021 winners of its Annual Awards Program, with two Rincon projects…
Rincon Welcomes Three Strategic Hires
We are excited to announce the addition of Ellen Cross, Jennifer Guenther, and Linda Hunter to help take us to the next level. Please join us in welcoming Ellen, Jennifer, and Linda to the Rincon Team!
Leadership Team Expansion: Promotions of Six New Directors, One New Principal, and New Hire
Rincon Consultants Inc. is thrilled to share the expansion of our leadership team and we want to recognize their hard work…
Rincon Project Wins APA Award
The American Planning Association (APA) Central Section – California Chapter has given the Kerman General Plan Update and Program EIR a 2021 Award of Merit in Planning …
At the Forefront of Building Electrification
Rincon is currently providing consulting services for multiple jurisdictions in the development of electrification reach codes and ordinances, as well as the first of its kind…
Rincon Receives Two AEP 2020 Merit Awards
We are excited to announce that Rincon received two Merit Awards from the Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) during the 2020 awards program…
New Climate Change Plan for Publicly Owned Treatment Works
A framework for a robust response to climate change was presented in the State Water Resources Control Board’s Comprehensive Response to Climate Change and further specified…
Rincon at the 2020 APA California Conference
Rincon will be attending the 2020 APA California Conference September 14-16th. We are proud to be the Diversity Mixer sponsor and look forward to connecting with all at the conference.
Goleta Train Depot Master Plan Receives Award
The Goleta Train Depot Master Plan has received an Award of Merit from the APA Central Coast Section in the Economic and Development Planning Award category.
Rincon Receives Two Industry Business Achievement Awards for 2019
Rincon has been honored with two awards from the Environmental Business Journal® (EBJ) and the Climate Change Business Journal® (CCBJ)…
Robles Forebay Restoration Project Wins APWA Project of the Year Award
The Robles Forebay Restoration Project has won Project of the Year from APWA Ventura County. Click to read more about this excellent project and how we assisted with its success.
2019 Central CA APA Sierra Retreat
Rincon’s planning experts will be facilitating a workshop at the 2019 Central CA APA Sierra Retreat August 23-25th. Find out more and register by clicking on the flyer below.
PFAS
PFAS, or per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, occupy a well-earned spot in headline news these days…
Rincon at the 2019 APA CA Conference
Rincon at the 2019 APA CA Conference. Read on to learn about our speakers, sessions and more!
Rincon at the 6th Annual Western Groundwater Congress
Rincon is thrilled to participate in the 6th Annual Western Groundwater Congress: the Future of Groundwater is YOU, presented by the Groundwater Resources Association of California from Sep. 12 – Sep. 14, 2023, in Burbank!
Rincon at the 2023 California Adaptation Forum
Rincon’s Sustainability team is looking forward to joining hundreds of leaders at the 2023 California Adaptation Forum…
Zero-Emission Vehicle Planning
Rincon at ACWA 2023 Spring Conference & Expo
Announcing Rincon's Director-Level Promotions
Due Soon: Applications for CAL FIRE’s Annual Fire Prevention Grants Program
Two Rincon Projects Receive 2022 California AEP & APA Awards
The California Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) and the American Planning Association California Chapter (APA) recently announced the 2022 winners…
CAPDash: Accelerating Climate Action Plan Implementation
We’ve developed CAPDash, a customizable, web-based dashboard that helps our clients accomplish CAP measure tracking, transparent data visualization, and communication with stakeholders.
Rincon Promotes Monica Guzman-Waight to Director of Marketing & Communications
Congratulations to Monica Guzman-Waight on her recent promotion to Director of Marketing and Communications! Monica has over 15 years…
Rincon Welcomes Jennifer Jacobus, PhD, to Lead Water Team
We are excited to welcome Dr. Jennifer Jacobus, Rincon’s new Director of Water Planning and Sustainability…
Rincon Welcomes New Director of Community Planning
Rincon Welcomes John Moreland, AICP! John has over 17 years of experience in the public and private sectors, from managing comprehensive Specific Plans…
Rincon's 2021 Charity Drive
This year, Rincon Consultants, Inc. will be matching staff donations up to $10,000 to the Center for Community Change Action and the California Association of Food Banks…
AEP Honors Mike Gialketsis with Lifetime Achievement Award!
This past spring, as the California Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) award nominations opened, the Al Reynolds Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award…
Rincon at the APA California 2022 Conference
Join Rincon at the APA California 2022 Conference: Celebrating commUNITY in Anaheim from October 1st through October 4th!
Rincon Welcomes Angie Harbin as Natural Resources Director
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is thrilled to announce the addition of Angie Harbin as the new Natural Resources Director for the San Diego region…
Rincon Develops Rare Plant Inventory Website for CNPS
We are excited to announce that over the past year, Rincon Consultants, Inc. developed a new version of the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) Rare and Endangered Plant Inventory Website…
Join Rincon at the Hybrid 2021 AEP California State Conference!
Join Rincon Consultants, Inc. at the 2021 AEP Conference! We are excited to be participating and sponsoring the hybrid conference this year. Be sure to join our sessions and connect with us!
The Rincon Main Emergency Relocation at Ayers Creek Receives APWA 2020 Project of the Year Award
Rincon assisted the Casitas Municipal Water District with environmental support services for the Rincon Main Pipeline Relocation Project…
Rincon's 2020 Charity Drive – with Rincon matching donations up to 10k!
This holiday season, Rincon will be matching employee donations up to $10,000 for both the CDC Foundation and Feeding America
Join Rincon at the 2020 AEP California State Virtual Conference
We are participating in and sponsoring the 2020 AEP California State Virtual Conference, which starts Monday, November 9th. Join our sessions!
SB 205: Business Licenses and NPDES Stormwater Discharge Compliance
In order to obtain or renew a business license in the state of California, SB 205 requires applicable businesses to enroll under the statewide…
Rincon Response to COVID-19
The Rincon Consultants team is adapting daily as these unprecedented events unfold surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Learn more about our proactive approach here.
Senate Bill 330 - The Housing Crisis Act
Senate Bill 330 (The Housing Crisis Act of 2019) is now in effect. SB 330 seeks to boost home building throughout California by expediting the approval process…
Rincon's Sacramento Office is a 2019 Best Places to Work!
Rincon Consultants’ Sacramento Office has been recognized as a 2019 “Best Places to Work” by the Sacramento Business Journal. Read on to learn more about this recognition!
Rincon’s Riverside Latino Historic Context Statement Receives Award from California Preservation Foundation
Rincon’s 2018 study, the Riverside Latino Historic Context Statement, has received a Preservation Design Award…
Invasive Species - Quagga Mussels
Rincon staff have conducted monitoring in quagga mussel-infested water bodies in California, and have developed plans with academic and resource agency experts, in accordance with Fish and Game Code §2302.
Join Rincon at the 2023 APA California Conference
The Rincon Consultants, Inc. team is ramping up to attend the American Planning Association’s (APA’s) 2023 California Conference: “Planning at the Crossroads” from …
National Safety Month: Rincon’s Approach to Safety
Rincon Welcomes Senior Principal of Environmental Planning, Wendy Worthey!
Rincon Selected to Present at National Monitoring Conference
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is excited to have our team attend and present at the 13th National Monitoring Conference hosted by the National Water Quality Monitoring Council…
Rincon Projects Honored with Three Awards from 2023 AEP Award Program
Rincon Receives Two 2022 Business Achievement Awards
Renewables Projected to Soon Be One-Fourth of US Electricity Generation
2023 Spring Surveys
Pile Burning with Ventura County Prescribed Burn Association
Welcome Rincon's New Director of Water Resources Planning, Rosalyn Prickett!
Rosalyn joins us with over 23 years of experience in leading water resources management programs and environmental compliance for water supply…
Rincon Welcomes New Director of Natural Resources, Alex Hunt!
Rincon Selected to Participate in the 2023 Water Leaders Class
Rincon Welcomes Controller, Holly Newman
Welcome to the Rincon team, Holly Newman! Holly has over 15 years of experience providing financial management and leadership to a firm experiencing rapid growth in revenue, staff, and geography…
Rincon's 2022 Charity Drive
Rincon at the ACWA 2022 Spring Conference & Exhibition
Rincon is thrilled to be attending and exhibiting at the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) 2022 Spring Conference & Exhibition in Sacramento…
Rincon is here to assist with CAL FIRE's annual Fire Prevention Grants Program
Tis the season for CAL FIRE’s annual Fire Prevention Grants Program. This annual grant program provides funding for…
Rincon’s Katie Green, AICP Wins APA Sacramento Valley Section Emerging Planner Award
Rincon Consultants, Inc.’s Katherine (Katie) Green, AICP has recently received a 2021 Emerging Planner Award from the APA Sacramento…
Rincon at the APA California 2021 Virtual Conference
Connect with Rincon’s Victoria Chung of the APA Central Section and Katie Green, AICP of the APA Sacramento Valley Section at the APA California 2021 Virtual Conference!
Rincon Develops Environmental Justice Guide
Rincon Consultants, Inc. has developed an introductory guide to help jurisdictions understand the terms, processes, and tools available to develop environmental justice policies…
Rincon Awarded #1 Environmental Firm to Work For!
Rincon Consultants, Inc has been given First Place in the category of Best Environmental Firms and ranked fifth in the category of Best Firms Sizes 200+, by the Zweig Group…
Rincon Receives CCBJ 2020 Business Achievement Award
The Berkeley Existing Building Electrification Plan has won a Financing Innovation: Low-Carbon Energy Award from the Climate Change Business Journal (CCBJ) …
Leadership Team Expansion: Rincon Announces Five Director Promotions and One Key Director Hire
The Rincon team is starting the New Year with great news by announcing five Director-level promotions and a key Director hire.
Local Climate Action Planning During a Pandemic: The Challenges and Opportunities
Just one of the myriad ways the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has disrupted our world is its impacts on local climate action planning…
Rincon Expands Natural and Cultural Resources Leadership Team!
We are pleased to announce the expansion of our leadership team with the addition of Alyssa Newcomb, Ken Victorino, Nichole Jordan, and Sherri Miller to our Natural and Cultural…
Solano Transportation Authority Awarded $10.4M Grant
Solano Transportation Authority was recently awarded $10.4M in Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) funding to…
Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Accreditation
Rincon is one of the first CARB-accredited third-party verification bodies for the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) program.