Battelle Chlorinated Conference

Eric Ringdahl, P. Eng. is a senior electrical engineer at VIYA Environmental. He is a professional electrical engineer with over 23 years of experience in thermal remediation systems and projects. He serves as the electrical authority for system design, implementation, and operations, supporting project engineers and field teams to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable performance of in situ thermal remediation systems.

Jayden (Gagnon) Souchotte is a Communications Specialist at VIYA Environmental, where she supports internal and external communication between technical teams and real-world stakeholders. She develops clear, accurate content that translates complex environmental and technical information into accessible, actionable insights. With a background in journalism, her work focuses on bridging disciplines and making environmental services information clear and usable for diverse audiences.

Clayton Campbell is the Chief Operating Officer at VIYA, where he provides executive oversight for all operations, directing the engineering design, deployment, and optimization of advanced thermal remediation systems.

He brings more than 14 years of experience leading complex, multi-site in situ thermal remediation (ISTR) programs worldwide.

His expertise includes Electrical Resistive Heating (ERH), Thermal Conductive Heating (TCH), and Steam-Enhanced Extraction (SEE), with accountability for technical performance, cost, schedule, safety, and regulatory compliance across projects in North America, Europe, and South America.

Mr. Campbell led the invention and development of VIYA’s TCH technology, IT-DSP™, driving advancements in system performance, reliability, and efficiency in thermal remediation. He holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from Dalhousie University.

Nicolas is an Electrical and Electronics Engineer with strong background in environmental remediation system design, engineering and operations, he served as the general manager for RMc² (Reconditec McMillan-McGee JV) for 7 years, leading thermal remediation projects in Latin America and he is now the Senior Business Consultant for VIYA Environmental.

Lucas is a Thermal systems operations manager at RMc², VIYA partner. He has over eight years of professional experience in environmental restoration technologies, with a strong focus on thermal remediation systems and projects of varying size and complexity. He leads the execution and operational management of remediation projects in Brazil, ensuring alignment between field activities and system performance requirements.

Brent Winder is the President of VIYA, where he oversees all aspects of the company’s operations, including project execution, business development, and strategic growth initiatives.

He brings more than 30 years of experience in the environmental industry, with deep technical and operational expertise. His work spans project execution, regulatory compliance, contract management, and client engagement, partnering with both Fortune 500 companies and government agencies to deliver innovative, safe, and high-performance remediation solutions.

Mr. Winder holds a Master of Business Administration from York University and is based in Calgary, Alberta. He has built his career around a strong commitment to protecting and restoring the environment.

Mr. Kinsman is the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of VIYA Environmental. Mr. Kinsman has over 22 years of experience as a geologist and hydrogeologist in marketing, project development and design, cost estimation, field supervision, and technical support of environmental remediation projects. Mr. Kinsman has also been involved in training regulatory agencies and foreign governments on numerous subjects including remediation technologies and treatment chemistries. Mr. Kinsman is part of the Interstate Technology and Regulatory Council Group (ITRC) that developed the original technology/regulatory guidance documents for the in-situ chemical oxidation of soil and groundwater. Mr. Kinsman has assisted in the development of treatment chemistries used for the destruction of organic and inorganic contamination. As a result of this work, Mr. Kinsman has been awarded multiple patents for the development of chemistries to serve the environmental remediation sector as well as the oil and gas industry. Mr. Kinsman earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Geology and Earth Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 1995.

Noah Sabich is a Business Development Manager at VIYA Environmental, where he helps clients and engineering partners solve complex contamination challenges through practical, technology-agnostic remediation strategies. He focuses on advancing innovative approaches for PFAS and other emerging contaminants, connecting science, field execution, and stakeholder needs to turn regulatory pressure into effective site solutions. Noah’s background in commercial strategic growth enables him to bridge technical teams and project owners to deliver measurable, results-focused outcomes.