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Environmental software vendors have evolved into solutions services firms as the environmental information market changes almost at the pace of information technology. Venture investment, M&As and growth persist in environmental information through the recession, largely fueled by the burgeoning market for carbon/greenhous gas systems or enterprise carbon accounting (ECA). EHS software vendors, IT firms, environmental consultants, energy management and accounting firms all compete in the dynamic market to provide information management solutions to corporations and government.

An analysis of the renewable energy business in the United States in 2010 with an emphasis on opportunities across the supply chain for consulting engineers and contractors. The $36-billion clean energy systems & power sector, encompassing equipment, power sales and service revenues in wind, solar, geothermal and biomass grew 14% in 2009, almost 12 percentage points better than any other environmental industry segment.

A snapshot of the planning business, new opportunities developing in master planning and the implementation projects that ensue, and the companies that compete in the green and sustainable planning business.

Remediation Overview: The remediation market was flat in 2009, as federal projects and backlog held off the downturn for a number of remediation contractors. Projects and practices are turning green with growing consciousness regarding energy costs and sustainability in the market. Struggling brownfields redevelopment markets seek connection with economic stimulus priorities.

Pressure from investors, social media and regulators keeps sustainability initiatives on track despite the tough economy. Consultants report, however, that metrics are key for ongoing commitment. Whether it's a corporate ethic, an over-arching theme for all services offered by environmental companies or a dedicated practice area, sustainability is on all radar screens. This issue features profiles of DOMANI, Arup, Kanal Mott McDonald Golder and GreenOrder and features on Green Business taking shape and CH2M HILL's vision that water issues hold the key to global sustainability.

Profiles of over 40 award-winning environmental companies, M&As, technologies and projects are presented as EBJ presents its 11th annual awards in the environmental industry. Detailed Q&As with top executives from OP-TECH, Phylmar, Hart & Hickman, Bureau Veritas, MWH Global and a feature on opportunities in utility markets.