Natick, MA (May 14, 2026) – Alta Science & Engineering, Inc., a science and engineering firm with experience providing environmental and infrastructure services in the western United States, has joined WSB, a national infrastructure engineering and consulting firm.

Alta provides expertise in environmental services, remediation and brownfields, site characterization and regulatory compliance, ecosystem restoration, water resources, civil engineering, and data management and visualization. The combined organization will continue to support public- and private-sector clients on environmental, regulatory, and infrastructure-related projects.

Alta employs more than 60 professionals and operates from four offices in Idaho and Washington. Following the transaction, WSB expands its workforce and presence in environmental and natural resource markets.

“Joining WSB marks an exciting next chapter for Alta Science & Engineering,” said Derek Forseth, chief executive officer of Alta. “From the beginning, Alta has believed that quality science and engineering—guided by strong human values—can make a meaningful difference. Partnering with WSB allows us to build on that foundation while offering our clients access to broader resources and integrated expertise. For our staff, this partnership creates new opportunities for growth, collaboration, and long‑term career development within a like‑minded organization.”

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Morrissey Goodale, a specialized management consulting and research firm exclusively serving the architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting industries, initiated the transaction and advised Alta Science & Engineering, Inc.

Source: WSB

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