Ian is a technology and practice innovator in wood waste management and nutrient pollution reduction. He’s the founder of Clear Water Nitrate Reduction and a technical expert in denitrification practices for agricultural/stormwater runoff, ecosystem services, and the production and use of carbon-based materials. He holds two (2) patents for his denitrification solution, and he’s certified by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as a Technical Service Provider in Wetland Creation. Ian has a master’s degree in natural resources and is completing a second master’s degree in sustainable development from American University, Washington, DC.