Bio
Laura is a Staff Geologist with experience conducting environmental assessments for public- and private-sector clients. Her expertise includes site characterizations, remediation activities, and remediation system operation. Site characterization and remediation projects have included excavation oversight; air-quality monitoring; and soil, soil vapor, groundwater, pore water, and indoor and outdoor air sampling. Laura also has experience with the operation and maintenance of bioremediation systems.
Professional Certifications and Registrations
- HAZWOPER
- 40-Hour OSHA Health and Safety Training
Fun Facts
Laura lives in San Jose, California, where she attended high school and college. She loves being a part of the Mexican-American community and enjoys attending cultural events where she can indulge on all the things she loves about her culture, including the food, music, and dancing. She grew up as a city kid but became passionate about geology and the outdoors after visiting Yosemite National Park while in college. After noticing a lack of diversity on the trails and parks, she developed a passion for introducing other Latinx people to camping, hiking, and backpacking. Her favorite thing in the world is sitting around a campfire surrounded by family and friends.