About Our Business
Peterson & VandenBerg Environmental is a full service environmental consulting firm. We use our over 30 years of extensive knowledge of permitting and regulatory issues to help our clients meet their project or development goals.
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Peterson & VandenBerg Environmental specializes in wetland identification and delineation, critical dune and high risk erosion site evaluations, shoreline evaluations, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) permit application assistance, expert witness, tree surveys, wetland mitigation and restoration design, wetland mitigation construction observation, wetland mitigation monitoring, and threatened and endangered species evaluations.
We have successfully helped clients reach their goals of constructing marinas, shoreline protection, public roads, pedestrian paths, drain projects, utility lines, industrial parks, housing developments, golf courses, commercial developments, and private homes. No project is too big or small for us!
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Want to experience the expertise of Peterson & VandenBerg Environmental for yourself? Contact us today and let’s discuss what we can do for you.
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Woman Founded Company
Adrienne Peterson, Member & Director
Adrienne has over 30 years of consulting experience specializing in overall project management, including wetland delineations, critical dune and high risk erosion evaluations, shoreline evaluations, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit assistance, expert witness, wetland restoration and mitigation design, wetland construction observation and monitoring. Her experience and expertise allows her to provide clients with first rate services. She formed Peterson Environmental in 2008, after working for 10 years as a project manager with another highly respected environmental consulting firm. Prior to working as a consultant, Adrienne worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for 4 years conducting wetland delineations, structure evaluations, and permit application reviews along Lake Michigan.
Education:
B.S. in Biology, Grand Valley State University (1995)
Specialized Training:
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Interagency Wetland Delineation Training, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (1995)
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Wetland Construction and Restoration, Wetland Training Institute (2004)
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​Wetland Mitigation Training, Michigan Wetlands Association & Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (2014)
Zach VandenBerg, Member & Senior Project Manager
Zach's project experience and regulatory knowledge provides clients with efficient and effective consulting services. Zach has been with the company for over 5 years. He specializes in complete project oversight, with extensive experience in Critical Dune & High Risk Erosion Areas, wetland delineations, wetland mitigation monitoring, and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) permit assistance.
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Education:
B.S. in Natural Resources Management, Grand Valley State University (2017)
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Wetland Delineation Training, Michigan Wetlands Association (2017)
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Advanced Wetland Delineation Training, Michigan Wetlands Association (2019)
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Freshwater Mussel Identification, Michigan Wetlands Association (2023)
Laurel Bronkella, Project Manager
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Laurel has experience in wetland delineations, wetland mitigation monitoring, environmental permitting, and high risk erosion and critical dune site evaluations. With a Bachelor's in Biology and proven experience, she excels in managing projects, navigating regulations, and delivering top-notch results. She's eager to take on new projects and her strong communication, problem-solving, and adaptability ensure client satisfaction and project success.
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Education:
B.S. in Biology, Grand Valley State University (2019)
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Specialized Training:
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Hydric Soils, Michigan Wetlands Association (2023)
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Wetland Plant Identification, Michigan Wetlands Association (2023)
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Wetland Delineation Training, Michigan Wetlands Association (2024)
Erica Rodammer, Environmental Consulting Assistant
With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving, Erica supports our senior consultants in conducting environmental assessments, wetland delineations, and helping to formulate innovative solutions for our clients.
Education:
B.S. in Biology with a Concentration in Ecology, Northern Michigan University (2023)
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Specialized Training:
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Wetland Delineation Training, Michigan Wetlands Association (2024)
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Ryan Yahner, Environmental Consulting Assisant
As an Integral part of our environmental consulting team, Ryan is excited to leverage his knowledge and find new ways to assist our clients. His experience in GIS and being an outdoor guide makes him a valuable asset to the team.
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Education:
B.S. in Environmental Science, Oakland University (2022)
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​Specialized Training:
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ArcGIS Desktop
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Hydric Soils, Michigan Wetlands Association (2024)
Michelle Sandberg, Office Manager
Michelle has been part of the team for over 8 years and is an asset to the office. She keeps Peterson & VandenBerg Environmental organized and up to date.
