Epsilon Associates, Inc. is thrilled to welcome Simon Hildt, Maya Pope, and Luka Koziol to our growing Energy Service Practice. At Epsilon, we are committed to attracting top-tier talent across all experience and technical levels, allowing us to continue delivering exceptional services to our diverse private and public sector clients nationwide. Simon, Maya, and Luka bring valuable expertise to our team, and we are excited to have them on board as we strengthen and expand our Energy Practice.
Simon Hildt has joined Epsilon’s Energy Services Practice as a Senior Scientist. With nearly 20 years of experience in natural resource science and environmental licensing and permitting, Simon brings a wealth of expertise, particularly in energy-related projects.
Having spent the past several years managing complex electric transmission and distribution projects, Simon is well-versed in navigating regulatory challenges and advancing critical infrastructure. His passion for renewable energy aligns perfectly with Epsilon’s mission, and he’s eager to contribute to our offshore wind, transmission and distribution, and battery energy storage initiatives.
Maya Pope has joined Epsilon’s Energy Services Practice as a Staff Scientist. She holds a degree in Natural Resource Conservation from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and has spent the past several years working as a wetland scientist, specializing in ecological surveys and environmental permitting.
In her role at Epsilon, Maya supports environmental permitting and compliance for energy-related projects, including electric transmission, natural gas, battery energy storage, and onshore wind and solar. Her expertise includes leading vegetation surveys, wetland delineations, wildlife habitat assessments, and the development of federal and state permit applications.
Luka Koziol has joined Epsilon’s Energy Services Practice as a Staff Scientist in our Albany, New York office. He holds a degree in Environmental Science with a focus on Terrestrial Ecology and Biology from the State University of New York at Brockport.
Luka specializes in environmental permitting, natural resource management, and compliance for energy-focused projects. His technical expertise includes the use of advanced field equipment, such as multiparameter data loggers, GPS units, and soil analysis tools, along with strong plant identification skills specific to the Northeastern U.S. At Epsilon, he supports renewable energy development and transmission projects across New York, combining fieldwork with permit application preparation and project development to drive successful outcomes in sustainable energy.
Celebrating Our Growing Team
Simon, Maya, and Luka’s arrival at Epsilon reflects our dedication to strengthening our team at all technical levels, ensuring we continue providing outstanding services to our diverse clients nationwide. We are thrilled to welcome them aboard!
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Simon, Maya, and Luka as they embark on their journey with Epsilon Associates. We look forward to seeing the great work they will accomplish in the coming years.