Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Environmental Consulting Partner in New York, NY
AKRF delivers innovative environmental consulting services rooted in a legacy of originality and collaboration. Founded in 1981, we specialize in acoustics, air quality, climate resilience, and civil engineering, serving clients across diverse sectors including energy, transportation, and urban development. Our team of engineers, scientists, and planners combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving to address complex environmental challenges. With offices in New York, New Jersey, and beyond, we prioritize client partnerships, regulatory compliance, and sustainable solutions that enhance community well-being.Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters fresh perspectives, ensuring projects meet both environmental standards and societal needs. Recognized for groundbreaking work in noise mitigation, climate adaptation, and site remediation, we maintain accreditations with organizations like the National Council of Acoustical Consultants. By integrating cutting-edge technology and localized knowledge, we transform environments while upholding transparency, accountability, and long-term ecological stewardship.
Services
Acoustics
Noise and Vibration
Air Quality
Civil Engineering
Climate Resilience
Environmental Impact Assessment
Permitting and Compliance
Site Assessment
Sustainability Consulting
Water Resources
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in environmental consulting.
- Our multidisciplinary teams integrate acoustics, air quality, and climate resilience expertise.
- We pioneered noise code revisions for New York City regulatory frameworks.
- Our PinDrop suite offers immersive acoustical modeling for project visualization.
- We maintain LEED AP-certified professionals for sustainable design compliance.
Associations and certifications
- National Council of Acoustical Consultants
Services
Acoustics
AKRF provides architectural acoustics design, noise and vibration analysis, and mechanical equipment review. Our PinDrop suite creates immersive sound simulations for project planning. We ensure compliance with federal, state, and local noise regulations while optimizing acoustic performance for buildings and urban environments.
Air Quality
We conduct air quality modeling, permitting, and compliance strategies for industrial, transportation, and energy projects. Our team prepares GHG inventories, climate action plans, and regulatory documentation to meet CEQR, SEQRA, and NEPA requirements while addressing environmental justice concerns.
Climate Resilience
Our climate resilience services include flood mitigation design, heat vulnerability assessments, and coastal protection planning. We develop adaptive infrastructure solutions and community engagement strategies to address sea level rise, extreme precipitation, and urban heat island effects.
Civil Engineering
AKRF offers site planning, stormwater management, and utility design services for land development and transportation projects. We specialize in green infrastructure, flood mitigation, and regulatory permitting across urban, suburban, and rural environments.
Environmental Impact Assessment
We prepare CEQR, SEQRA, and NEPA documentation for public and private sector clients. Our assessments evaluate noise, air quality, cultural resources, and ecological impacts to streamline project approvals and ensure environmental compliance.
People
Karen Franz
President and Chief Executive Officer
Karen Franz leads AKRF's strategic vision, leveraging 30+ years of environmental consulting experience. She specializes in regulatory compliance and multidisciplinary project management for large-scale infrastructure developments.
Dr. Justin Krebs
Senior Vice President
Dr. Justin Krebs directs environmental impact assessments, focusing on air quality and climate resilience. He has contributed to NYC's Climate Resiliency Design Guidelines and Local Law 97 compliance frameworks.
Wendy Ho
Senior Vice President
Wendy Ho specializes in civil engineering and climate adaptation, leading sustainable infrastructure projects that integrate green stormwater management and flood mitigation strategies for urban environments.
Patrick Parault
Senior Vice President
Patrick Parault oversees climate resilience initiatives, directing coastal protection design and flood mitigation projects. He combines engineering expertise with policy development to address climate change impacts on infrastructure.
Daniel Abatemarco
Senior Vice President
Daniel Abatemarco leads acoustics and vibration consulting, managing noise compliance for transportation and energy projects. He has contributed to NYC noise code revisions and developed innovative sound mitigation solutions.
Questions
What services does AKRF specialize in?
AKRF specializes in acoustics, air quality, climate resilience, civil engineering, environmental impact assessments, and sustainability consulting for public and private sector clients.
How does AKRF handle climate resilience projects?
We develop adaptive strategies for sea level rise, extreme heat, and flooding using interdisciplinary planning, community engagement, and green infrastructure solutions.
Can AKRF assist with noise regulation compliance?
Yes, we conduct acoustical testing, prepare noise code compliance reports, and have contributed to revisions of the New York City Noise Control Code.
What geographic areas does AKRF serve?
AKRF operates nationwide with regional expertise in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Texas, and California.
Does AKRF offer construction monitoring services?
Yes, we provide vibration monitoring, crack surveys, and environmental compliance oversight during construction projects.
