The RCRA Experts™

We love RCRA, so you don't have to.

Our Services

Lithium-Ion Battery Management


Assisting facilities with lithium-ion batteries comply with USEPA regulations for sustainable manufacturing and recycling.

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RCRA Exclusions & Exemptions


Identify and implement RCRA regulatory exclusions/exemptions to streamline operations.

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Hazardous Waste Management


Expert guidance and support from experienced former environmental regulators.

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Novesis, Inc. is an environmental consulting firm with a national practice. Founded in 2008 by President John D. Cain and headquartered in South Carolina, the firm comprises senior-level professionals, including former government environmental regulators.

Novesis assists clients in identifying and managing regulatory risks, including potential civil penalty exposure, associated with hazardous waste, contaminated properties, and noncompliance.

The practice focuses on RCRA (hazardous waste) and CERCLA (Superfund) matters, including compliance assistance, site assessments, remediation, and litigation support.

Novesis provides expert consulting and testimony in matters involving RCRA citizen suits and enforcement actions, and assists with CERCLA site and HRS scoring and cost-share issues.

Novesis combines enforcement expertise with technical authority to assist clients before, during, and after regulatory scrutiny, either directly or in support of counsel.

Manufacturers, automotive original equipment manufacturers, chemical companies, recyclers, smelters, and the law firms that represent those entities retain Novesis for its technical knowledge, responsiveness, and work performed by senior professionals.

"When all the environmental attorneys I know have a RCRA question, they call John Cain."

Max E. Justice

Environmental Attorney (1945 - 2020)

“The best thing about John is his trustworthiness and his ability to look at complex issues from a regulator’s standpoint as well as from a practical standpoint.”

Tim Smith

Vice President Business Development, Environmental Liability Transfer, Inc.

“John’s integrity, commitment to utilization of efficient solutions and his honesty distinguish him from his peers.”

George Rico

Market Leader/Owner at StaffingForce (formerly Human Resources Manager, ENSR/AECOM)

“Having started his career as a regulator, he understood the culture and internal processes of the regulators and maintained excellent contacts within the agencies.”

Rex Jameson

Vice President, Cement Development at Ozinga Bros., Inc.

“My familiarity with John’s work assures me he can apply significant knowledge and experience to your environmental and project management needs.”

Stan Walczynski

former North America Senior EHS Manager-Process Operations, Safety-Kleen Corp.