The Texas Association of Environmental Professionals (TAEP) is the premier organization for environmental professionals in the State of Texas. One of the primary aims of TAEP is the advancement of the environmental profession and the establishment of a forum to discuss important environmental issues.

Note: Previous Luncheon Presentations and Archives have been moved under the Membership tab above and require a membership to access.  Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

 

TAEP Luncheon Meeting (in-person only)

Thursday October 16, 2025  

Speaker: Ya Zhang, Ph.D., PE, Project Engineer, Plummer

Topic: From Source to Safety: PFAS Strategies That Protect Families and Communities

Registration available soon!

Speaker Bio: 

Dr. Ya Zhang is an engineer at Plummer, with 15 years of specialized experience in drinking water and wastewater treatment. Her work bridges the gap between water systems and microbial science, reflecting a deep passion for safeguarding public health through innovative environmental solutions. Dr. Zhang has led and contributed to key projects, including the evaluation of Total Coliform detection methods, the development of novel pathogen detection techniques, and the study of anaerobic digesters' temporal changes. She earned her M.S. and Ph.D. in Environmental Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Location:
Cadillac Bar and Grill Houston
1802 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007
713-862-2020
Where to Park and Meeting Room Entrance for Cadillac Bar

 

Announcements

  • YEP Happy Hour on October 2nd starting at 5:30pm at the Kirby Ice House (Upper Kirby location).  See the event calendar for more information!

  • Previous Luncheon Presentations and Archives have now been moved under the Membership pull-down above and require a membership to access. 

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