Markets We Serve

We support oil, gas, solar, wind, and geothermal energy projects with comprehensive paleontological services. From pre-construction surveys for solar farms in the Mojave Desert to monitoring pipeline and transmission line construction in the Rocky Mountains, we help ensure that energy infrastructure is built in compliance with resource protection laws and regulations. Our team has extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, assisting developers like First Solar in navigating permitting for large-scale solar arrays while protecting fossil sites.

Paleo Resource Specialists has consulted on thousands of miles of transportation projects, including highway expansions, new road construction, railway corridors, and transit systems. We understand the fast-paced nature of transportation improvements and work closely with departments of transportation and engineering firms to prevent delays. Our fossil recovery programs have played a key role in major interstate upgrades and high-speed rail projects, helping ensure compliance with state and federal regulations as they advance.

From dams and reservoirs to water pipelines and treatment facilities, we support water and utility agencies in managing paleontological resources. Our team surveys canal routes, pipeline corridors, and reservoir footprints for sensitive resources, and develops mitigation plans to address any discoveries. We’ve helped clients meet Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and NEPA requirements for water supply projects by conducting thorough resource inventories and monitoring construction in stream and aqueduct zones.

Quarries, mines, and oil and gas fields often lie within geologically rich strata that may contain scientifically significant fossils. We work with mining and extractive operations to conduct baseline paleontological assessments before ground disturbance begins. By developing proactive mitigation strategies—including worker training programs for inadvertent discoveries—we help projects proceed responsibly and in compliance. Our team is experienced in securing BLM permits and coordinating with land management agencies for operations on public lands.

Land development projects—from master-planned communities to commercial centers—benefit from our compliance expertise during both planning and construction phases. We conduct field surveys as part of environmental assessments, documenting any scientifically significant fossil sites that may require preservation. During construction, our monitors ensure that unexpected discoveries—such as unearthed fossils—are managed swiftly and in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including CEQA in California. This proactive approach minimizes construction delays and helps developers stay on schedule.

We are proud to support federal, state, and local government agencies in stewardship of paleontological resources. As a certified small business and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Paleo Resource Specialists frequently contracts on government projects large and small. We’ve worked on military base infrastructure improvements, public works projects, and environmental restoration initiatives, providing technical studies and consultation. Our familiarity with NEPA compliance makes us a valuable partner for agencies like the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, and the Department of Transportation.