Westward Environmental, Inc.

11/03/2026

Congratulations to Annette (top left), Aaron (top right), Madison (bottom left), and Patrick (bottom right) on receiving Challenge Coins and Certificates of Achievement, recently presented by SVP Curt Campbell! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to Westward’s team and clients continues to make us stronger. We’re proud to have you on our team!

10/30/2026

Things are looking a little wild at Westward! 🎃 From tacos and turtles to a very official-looking inspector, our crew brought plenty of character to the office. Even the dog understood the assignment. Happy Halloween from all of us at Westward!

10/30/2026

Can someone say Friday Night Lights! Congrats to Alessandra, and good luck to Boerne Greyhounds and Chargers this weekend 🏈

10/27/2026

At Westward, hard work and dedication deserve recognition :) Congratulations to Max (left) and Katy (right), who recently received Westward Challenge Coins from SVP Melissa Fitts, along with Andrea and Eric (not pictured), who were recognized as Exceptional Employees. Each brings unique strengths, a commitment to excellence, and a willingness to go above and beyond for colleagues and clients. Thank you all for making Westward a great place to work!

10/23/2026

FRIDAY FIELD NOTES: During a recent Waters Delineation assessment in Fannin County, Westward's ecology team put our new GPS equipment to work, collecting field data with 60-centimeter accuracy. And while assessing the site, the team spotted evidence of another busy worker, a beaver that had been hard at work chewing on a tree. Just another day in the field for Westward's biologists, who help clients identify and assess aquatic resources while navigating environmental requirements.

10/22/2026

Westward is aware that Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's (TCEQ) STEERS website was shut down yesterday. STEERS is TCEQ’s electronic filing website used for submittal of all permit applications. TCEQ has shut it down indefinitely to ensure everything is reviewed by agency staff to determine if they are related to data centers. If so, the project would be subject to Gov. Abbott’s recent directive ordering the (TCEQ) to halt permitting for data center projects. We are not sure how long this will last or when the order might be lifted, but all air/water/waste permits for anything supporting data centers are being held for now. Westward is closely monitoring the situation.

10/21/2026

The WE in Westward is recognizing team members who go above and beyond! Our Controller Cathy (center) recently recognized Karly (left) and Brandy (right), for their outstanding work, attention to detail, and commitment to keeping our operations running smoothly. From improving financial processes and maintaining accurate project records to lending a helping hand wherever needed, Karly and Brandy exemplify the teamwork and dedication that make Westward successful.

10/21/2026

! Crushed stone, sand and gravel are more than the building blocks of our infrastructure. They're also major drivers of the U.S. economy. According to the National Stone Sand & Gravel Association, the aggregates industry generates nearly $40 billion in annual sales and supports nearly 729,000 jobs across the broader economy. At Westward, we're proud to provide engineering, environmental and regulatory expertise that supports responsible resource development.

Check out this new economic fact sheet for the aggregates industry. The information is taken from the Phoenix Center’s study: 2025 Economic Impact of the Natural Aggregates Industry: A National, State, and County Analysis. This study highlights the positive impact that stone, sand or gravel operations have on jobs, tax revenues and other businesses.https://www.nssga.org/sites/default/files/2026-09/Rocktober_2026_Economic_Fact_Sheet_9.29.26.pdf

10/19/2026

Keeping our community clean, one mile at a time! Westward employees recently rolled up their sleeves for a little roadside cleanup as part of the Texas Department of Transportation's Adopt-a-Highway program. Thanks to all who participated!

10/15/2026

Did you know the average American relies on more than 38,000 pounds of newly supplied minerals each year? According to the Minerals Education Coalition, approximately 38,155 pounds of minerals are needed annually per person in the U.S. to support everything from roads and buildings to technology and energy infrastructure. As we celebrate , we recognize the essential role of geoscience in discovering, evaluating and responsibly developing the natural resources we depend on every day. At Westward, our geologists and engineers work alongside the mining and aggregates industries to help bring these resources into use while addressing environmental and regulatory considerations.