Jeremy K. O’Brien is a solid waste research engineer and consultant who has over 40 years of experience in the industry. Since 1999, he has served as the Director of Applied Research for the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), where he leads four research groups and publishes research reports on all facets of the industry. Prior to joining SWANA, O'Brien was employed by HDR, Inc., a global architectural, engineering, and consulting firm. O’Brien received an M.S. degree from Duke University in Urban and Environmental Engineering in 1977 and obtained his Professional Engineering license in 1984.