I am Richard F. Carbonaro, an environmental engineer and scientist with over two decades of experience. Currently, I serve as a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Manhattan University, where I lead research on water quality, environmental modeling, and chemical fate and transport. I am also a Principal Environmental Engineer for the Environmental Science and Engineering firm, Mutch Associates where I consult on a wide range of environmental engineering topics, including remediation of organic and inorganics in soil and groundwater, water quality, contaminant fate and transport, groundwater geochemistry, and environmental forensics.
My research focuses on developing innovative solutions to protect and improve water quality in natural and engineered systems. I am particularly interested in understanding the fate and effects of metals in the environment, the development of water treatment technologies, and modeling of water quality dynamics in natural systems. My research in water quality modeling has allowed me to develop models that can predict the chemical behavior in lakes, rivers and groundwater systems, which is critical to informing management strategies and identifying effective solutions for improving water quality.
The best way to reach me is by e-mail. r + atomic number 12 – at – manhattan.edu