Epsilon Associates is pleased to announce that Jill Rowe in our Offshore Wind Group and Brian Lever in our Historic Preservation Group have been promoted to Principals of the firm. We look forward to their continued leadership at Epsilon and within their market sectors.
Since its founding, Epsilon has been committed to becoming the region’s premier environmental consulting firm, built on a foundation of integrity, trust, quality work, and high ethical standards. We strive to create a workplace that is both challenging and rewarding, and the commitment continues as we grow. Now nearly 90 professionals strong, with physical offices in Maynard, Massachusetts and Albany, New York and remote staff in multiple states, we remain steadfast in our dedication to our employees, clients, and the markets we support.
As a Principal-owned firm, we take great care in inviting individuals such as Jill and Brian that embody our values and share our vision to join our leadership.
Jill Rowe, Principal, Offshore Wind
Jill Rowe joined Epsilon in March 2023, bringing over two decades of experience in marine biology and environmental consulting. She holds an M.S. in Marine Biology from the University of Charleston and a B.S. in Biology from DePauw University. Before officially joining Epsilon, she collaborated with us for years as a trusted subcontractor, contributing to numerous offshore wind and coastal projects.
A recognized expert in her field, Jill specializes in offshore wind and oil and gas development, providing critical expertise in National Environmental Policy Acy compliance, modeling the fate and exposure of biota to oil and other chemical releases, conducting fish, benthic, and Essential Fish Habitat analyses, and evaluating spatial abundance and recruitment patterns. She has successfully led major projects, managing teams of academic experts and consultant subcontractors, and has played a key role in facilitating working groups and expert committees for the Deepwater Horizon Natural Resource Damage Assessment and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement Relative Environmental Sensitivity Analysis.
Brian Lever, Principal, Historic Preservation
Brian Lever joined Epsilon in January 2014 as a Preservation Planner, and has established himself as a leader in the field with over two decades of experience in historic preservation and a diverse background spanning both the private and public sectors.
Among Epsilon’s most academically accomplished professionals, Brian holds an impressive array of degrees, including a Master of Liberal Arts with a concentration in Anthropology & Archaeology from Harvard University, a Master of Arts in American History from the University of Connecticut, and dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Anthropology and History from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Known for his dedication and problem-solving abilities, Brian has built a reputation as the go-to consultant for complex projects requiring historic regulatory approvals at the local, state, and federal levels. His expertise spans a wide range of project types, including transportation, institutional, real estate, and offshore wind developments. In addition, he is a recognized authority in historic tax credits, having successfully secured state and federal tax credits for dozens of projects across Massachusetts and Connecticut. Brian is particularly sought after for projects that create new affordable housing opportunities in some of New England’s most underserved communities.
Jill and Brian exemplify the expertise, dedication, and leadership that define Epsilon. Their promotions to Principal not only recognize their individual achievements but also reflect Epsilon’s commitment to fostering talent and maintaining excellence in environmental consulting. As they step into their new roles, we are excited to see their continued impact on our clients, projects, and team.