{"id":965,"date":"2025-09-11T13:30:59","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T10:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2026-06-17T16:22:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T13:22:10","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About us"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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SIA “Vides Konsult\u0101ciju Birojs” (Environmental Consulting Bureau) started its activity in 1996, at a time when <\/span>environmental management<\/b> sector in Latvia was still in its infancy. Over these 30 years, we have grown from a small group of enthusiasts to one of the most established and experienced <\/span>environmental management<\/b> companies in the country.<\/span><\/p>

Our long-standing presence in the environmental consulting market is a testament to the quality of our work and the trust placed in us by our clients.<\/strong><\/p>

We regularly invest in technical equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency. We always seek a balance between efficient economic activity and environmental protection, offering solutions that are both economically viable and environmentally sound. We not only advise on environmental management, but also take care of the entire work cycle, from the first visit to the site and, if the client needs it, to the submission of the report <\/span>country<\/b> or <\/span>local authorities<\/b> authorities.<\/span><\/p>

Our team includes experienced specialists whose knowledge and professionalism enable us to tackle even the most complex projects <\/span>in environmental management<\/b>. The company has a complete technical and logistical base and all the necessary subsoil use licenses, which ensure the execution of works of high quality and within reasonable deadlines, as well as professional <\/span>environmental consultancy<\/b> services to each client.<\/span><\/p>

SIA “Vides Audits”<\/span><\/a>VKB’s strategic partner is the largest private environmental testing laboratory in Latvia with LATAK accreditation. This cooperation allows our clients to receive the highest quality services in every <\/span>environmental management<\/b> at every stage.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe offer a full range of subsurface exploration services for the planning and implementation of construction projects. We carry out engineering geological and geotechnical investigations, providing accurate data on soil properties and geological conditions in any area of Latvia. This information is the basis for safe and sustainable construction. \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe provide professional advice on environmental impact assessment processes, draft permits for polluting activities and advise on the implementation of and compliance with environmental protection requirements. Our specialists are trusted by both municipalities and private businesses, many of whom have been our clients since the company was founded. \n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe ensure systematic environmental monitoring at petrol filling stations, oil depots and landfills in accordance with the requirements of the Cabinet of Ministers Regulations. We carry out drinking water quality control, groundwater monitoring, as well as wastewater analysis and efficiency audits of wastewater treatment plants. \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe provide a full range of hydrogeological services, from investigating water abstraction sites to installing new artesian wells and maintaining existing systems. We advise on groundwater resources and help you choose the best solutions for your water supply. \n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe are one of the few companies in Latvia that provides a full environmental remediation cycle. We clean up contaminated soil and groundwater, remediate historical and military contamination, and respond to emergencies. We work on sites that require high precision, such as petrol stations, former factories and military sites. \n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tOur long-term cooperation partner in the field of laboratory analysis is SIA \"Vides Audits\", the largest private environmental testing laboratory in Latvia with LATAK accreditation. Our partnership with this laboratory provides our clients with the highest quality drinking water, groundwater, surface water and wastewater analyses, as well as occupational air quality assessments and emissions measurements. In addition, we offer interpretation of the results in plain language, so that the data can make a real difference to your business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Years of experience and high quality of service <\/span>in environmental management<\/b> has secured a stable client base in a wide range of sectors. Our partners include the largest Scandinavian fuel traders in Latvia, leading retail chains, waste management companies, architectural and design offices, as well as public authorities and organisations.<\/span><\/p>

We are always open to new collaborations and are happy to adapt our capabilities to the individual needs of each client.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our technical excellence is unquestionable, as state-of-the-art European equipment allows us to carry out projects that seem impossible to others, from precision diagnostics to innovative remediation solutions. We offer a full range of services from strategic advice to project implementation, including water extraction sites and complex remediation works throughout Latvia. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our team is our greatest asset. It is made up of leading Latvian experts who are constantly improving and setting industry standards. Their experience and professional approach allow us to tackle the most complex challenges, making us a reliable partner for ambitious projects. <\/span><\/p>

We are not only tackling environmental challenges, we are transforming the industry by introducing new professional standards. Each project demonstrates our technological capabilities, expertise and commitment to sustainable solutions. The trust of our clients and the recognition of the industry are testament to our ability to deliver the most ambitious environmental projects in the country. We are ready for the future because we are shaping it now. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Contact person: Eva Allika<\/span><\/p>

Phone +371 2668 7021<\/a><\/span><\/p>

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Contact person: Eva Allika<\/span><\/p>

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Contact person: P\u0113teris Birzgalis<\/span><\/p>

Phone: +371 29366562<\/a><\/p>

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Contact person: Ilze \u0136ergalve<\/span><\/p>

Senior Environmental Technician<\/span><\/p>

Phone: +371 26361370<\/a><\/span><\/p>

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About us SIA “Vides Konsult\u0101ciju Birojs” (Environmental Consulting Bureau) started its activity in 1996, at a time when environmental management sector in Latvia was still in its infancy. Over these 30 years, we have grown from a small group of enthusiasts to one of the most established and experienced environmental management companies in the country. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-965","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/965","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=965"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/965\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1198,"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/965\/revisions\/1198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vkb.lv\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=965"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}