Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. (WSSI) is a premier environmental and cultural resources consulting firm established in 1991 and headquartered in Gainesville, Virginia. With a dedicated team of approximately 280 professionals, WSSI serves both public and private sectors across the eastern United States, providing innovative solutions that align environmental protection with land-use objectives. The firm specializes in a wide array of services, including environmental assessments, wetland delineation, permitting, stream restoration, and cultural resource investigations, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks like the Clean Water Act and the Chesapeake Bay Act.
WSSI has an impressive track record, having completed over 18,000 projects spanning more than 1 million acres. This includes the creation and restoration of over 1,000 acres of wetlands and the design of over 141 miles of stream restoration. The company emerged from the Michael Rolband Company, which focused on environmentally challenging sites, and transitioned to its current name to emphasize its focus on environmental stewardship and resource management.
As a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Davey Tree Expert Company since 2014, WSSI continues to uphold high standards of service and excellence. Their multidisciplinary team includes environmental scientists, engineers, arborists, and regulatory specialists who work in collaboration to satisfy the intricate needs of diverse clients while promoting ecological balance. WSSI's mission is to lead the way in advancing environmental science and regulatory compliance, fostering a work culture that encourages creativity and a passion for ecological conservation. The firm is committed to building strong relationships with stakeholders, regulators, and clients, backed by an award-winning reputation in the industry.