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) - an organization of more than 10,000 public and private sector professionals committed to advancing from solid waste management to resource management through their shared emphasis on education, advocacy and research.

From 1989-1999, Mr. O'Brien was employed by HDR, Inc. – a global architectural, engineering and consulting firm with over 10,000 employees in 200 offices through the world.

Mr. 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.