The Team

Dr. Peggy James is a highly accomplished Business Director with a PhD in Politics Philosophy and Law earned in 1988. Her expertise lies in analyzing social and political challenges to promote inclusion and cooperation between municipal partners. She specializes in community agreements and workforce partnerships, providing valuable insights to help organizations achieve their goals. With extensive knowledge and experience, Dr. James is a valuable asset to any team.

Dr. Stephen Lyon is a research scientist with 41 years of experience in various industries, including environmental, water, food care, health care, and building care. He has expertise in wastewater treatment systems, water reclamation, bioremediation, and hazardous waste treatment. Dr. Lyon's research interests include the microbiome of the built environment, stormwater treatment technologies, and the utilization of algae, bacteria, fungi, and aquatic plants in natural treatment systems. He is the Principal Consultant at SRL-Environmental, LLC and serves as a reviewer for esteemed journals.

Dr. Malek Alkasrawi is a distinguished Associate Professor Scientist leading a significant grant from the US Department of Agriculture. holds a Ph.D in Chemical Engineering and is an esteemed figure in the academic realm. He has a multidimensional with a background in Biotechnology and Food & Dairy Technology.

Ralph Bencriscutto founded Tower Energy International in 2009, with 25 years of experience in sustainable and renewable energy systems. He has worked on notable projects, including NASA Kennedy Space Center and General Motors, and has developed over 40 custom software programs. His current focus is on transitioning from fossil fuels to hydrogen, utilizing cold water-filled quarries as an energy storage method. His company has removed over 280,000 metric tons of CO2.