Thomas C. Morin, L.G., is a seasoned environmental engineering executive and licensed geologist with over 35 years of distinguished experience spanning corporate leadership,  technical consulting, project leadership, and executive management in the environmental services industry. With a proven track record of high profitability in challenging economic environments, Mr. Morin has driven remediation, redevelopment, and regulatory compliance across some of the most complex and contaminated sites in the Pacific Northwest and West Coast, Mr. Morin brings unmatched expertise in solving large-scale environmental challenges with precision, innovation, and client-centered solutions.

Mr. Morin is the Founder and Principal of Morin Environmental (ME), a specialized consultancy launched in 2024 that builds upon decades of leadership success. Prior to founding ME, he served as Vice President and Director of Environmental Remediation and Consulting at TRC, where he oversaw the firm’s Pacific Northwest operations, led strategic remediation efforts, and advised on federal and state-level environmental policies and programs. Mr. Morin established and led as President and Principal, Environmental Partners, Inc.for nearly two decades.  During that time Mr. Morin developed a strong business culture based on client service and technical expertise.

Throughout his career, Mr. Morin has excelled in balancing scientific expertise with business leadership and strong business fundamentals.  Mr. Morin has overseen complex redevelopment projects often under compressed schedules and regulatory scrutiny. He has managed numerous high-profile sites under CERCLA, RCRA, and MTCA frameworks, including National Priority List (NPL) Superfund sites, hazardous waste landfills, and urban brownfield redevelopment efforts. His deep understanding of contaminant characterization, remediation system design, and regulatory negotiations has enabled him to lead transformative cleanups involving a wide range of compounds such as VOCs, PCBs, TPH, and heavy metals. Mr. Morin has also supported real estate developers by integrating remedial actions into the redevelopment process, thereby aligning environmental goals with commercial objectives.

In addition to his technical acumen, Mr. Morin is a qualified expert witness, having supported environmental tort cases and litigation matters as a forensic evaluator, testifying expert and consulting expert. His ability to distill complex data into actionable insights has made him a sought-after advisor in both legal and environmental circles. He has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed articles and technical papers, and has spoken at national conferences on remediation technologies, intrinsic bioremediation, and site redevelopment strategies.  Mr. Morin has co-hosted business panel discussions on business strategies in the A/E/C consulting space, business forecasting and management and talent acquisition.

Mr. Morin holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from Purdue University and pursued graduate studies in Geology and Seismology at the University of Missouri, Columbia. He is a Licensed Geologist in the State of Washington (#1146) and maintains active certifications in HAZWOPER 40-hour training, supervisor training, and annual refreshers.

While his career has remained focused on domestic U.S. projects, Mr. Morin brings a globally relevant perspective informed by his German language proficiency and a commitment to sustainable, scalable solutions. His passion for client service, technical excellence, and pragmatic problem-solving is further evidenced by his leadership of advisory boards, including his service on TRC’s internal advisory board and as chairman of his own company’s board during his long tenure at EPI.

Outside of work, Mr. Morin is a hands-on craftsman with personal passions in woodworking and restoring classic cars—hobbies that mirror his professional values of precision, patience, and thoughtful restoration.

Now actively seeking board opportunities, Mr. Morin is driven by a desire to give back and to help organizations navigate the intersection of environmental responsibility, technical risk, and business growth. He believes his blend of startup and enterprise experience, deep regulatory knowledge, and proven leadership make him an ideal candidate for advisory or governance roles in engineering, technical consulting, and environmental services industries. His guiding principle—Client Centered Solutions—continues to shape his impact as a trusted executive, consultant, and future board contributor.

Character: Thomas C. Morin is driven by integrity, precision, and a deep commitment to delivering client-centered solutions across all his professional engagements.

Knowledge: With over 35 years of experience, Mr. Morin possesses deep technical and regulatory expertise in environmental remediation, site redevelopment, and engineering consulting.  His over 25 years of business leadership through multiple business cycles and recessions have given him a deep understanding of how businesses can survive and thrive in difficult times.

Strategic: He excels at integrating remediation with redevelopment under tight regulatory and time constraints, providing innovative strategies that align environmental and business goals.

Communication: As a skilled communicator and expert witness, Mr. Morin effectively translates complex technical data into actionable insights for stakeholders, regulators, and legal teams.  Mr. Morin excels in high-pressure, high-stakes situations.