Joe Wilwerding has 11 years of continuous environmental engineering experience which includes preparation of various investigations such as Consent Decree Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) /Benzene Waste Operations NESHAPS (BWON), Clear Air Act (CAA) Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT), and Multimedia/Title V.  He has developed in-depth knowledge in determining applicability of regulations, litigation and negotiation of technical support of national/global consent decrees with petrochemical companies regarding LDAR and benzene waste operations.  Joseph also worked as a compliance investigator and national technical expert for LDAR at the National Enforcement Investigations Center (NEIC).  As a “consultant” for EPA headquarters and regional offices, NEIC performs investigations around the United States (including territories) at large petrochemical and manufacturing facilities.