Who are we
Bay Area Environmental Consulting strives to provide landowners and organizations paths towards sustainable stewardship. We understand that the work we do today helps to build a more resilient future.
Nile MErton: FounderNile Merton: Founder
Nile Merton is a 2015 graduate of Northland College with a degree in biology and ecological restoration. Nile's background is in watershed monitoring, forestry practices, fisheries science, wildlife monitoring, and ecology. His goal of starting Bay Area Environmental Consulting LLC in this region is to bring passion and knowledge through schooling to aid in proper stewardship of the area’s natural resources. Nile's vision is the company working closely with private landowners and local agencies to work toward the common goal of preservation and sustainable use of our natural resources. |
Michael Sinclair: Co-OwnerMichael Sinclair: Co-Owner
Michael graduated from Northland College 2016 with degrees in ecological restoration and geology. In 2019, he received a Master’s degree in plant ecology from Virginia Commonwealth University. Michael’s background is in forest, prairie, and coastal plant studies, as well as invasive species control. He is excited that at BAEC he will be able to apply this training to help landowners achieve their conservation and management goals. |