Gerry Friesen is a registered professional engineer that has 35 years of experience in environmental engineering, particularly in developing municipal solid waste landfills. His many solid waste management projects have included facility siting studies; site development and closure plans; landfill design and construction including composite liner systems, surface water management system, leachate treatment and landfill gas control facilities; and facility operating plan preparation.

Gerry received his M.S. and B.S. degrees from Oregon State University and is a Registered Professional Engineer in California, Colorado, Oregon, Montana and Washington.