David Tooke

Dr. Tooke is a senior geochemist with over 15 years of experience in technical and management roles in geochemistry and environmental chemistry. His recent work is focused on remedial investigations (CERCLA), geochemical characterization studies (NEPA), environmental data management, and transport and fate investigations. Throughout the past 6 years, Dr. Tooke has developed and conducted several waste rock and tailings characterization studies, pit lake models, and remediation studies. Other experience includes environmental chemistry applications for industrial operations, permitting, and technical support for environmental laboratories. In addition to environmental consulting, he has helped acquire business development funding for clients. Prior to NewFields, he worked in the oleochemical industry where he managed environmental permitting and compliance, product development, QA/QC, and capital projects. Dr. Tooke also worked as an environmental research chemist for the pulp and paper industry. Throughout his research, he created several software applications for modeling, managing and reporting environmental data.

Dr. Tooke holds the following degrees: BA in Chemistry, MS in Analytical/Environmental Chemistry, and a PhD. in Geochemistry.