Founded in 1992 by Donald J. Tata and Paul B. Howard, Tata & Howard was built on a simple but enduring mission: to provide innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions for the water environment.

What began as a two-person startup in Westborough, Massachusetts has grown into a successful consulting engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure with offices throughout New England. Over the decades, our growth has been guided not by size alone, but by purpose — delivering technically sound, field-proven solutions that help communities protect public health, preserve natural resources, and plan confidently for the future.

From planning and design to permitting and construction support, we approach every project with a holistic mindset rooted in sound engineering, real-world operational understanding, and a commitment to long-term performance.

Recycle coffe cup

Today is Earth Day 2015, and a good time to reflect on our consumption and waste. While it’s important to modify our personal habits, it is equally important to revise habits in the workplace. In our work as an environmental engineering firm, Tata & Howard constantly aims to incorporate sustainable initiatives and green technology into our design and services. And, because we believe that the long-term success of environmental activism will require small but significant changes from the majority of people, we also incorporate green initiatives in our day-to-day office activities.

disposable_coffee_cupsIn years past, we have instituted paper, battery, and toner recycling programs, and we have eliminated disposable water bottles by installing plumbed water coolers that utilize public water. This year, we elected to eliminate disposable cutlery and drinkware from our offices in an effort to reduce our collective carbon footprint. In addition, all employees are encouraged to swap out disposable coffee-to-go cups for reusable tumblers when visiting our beloved Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donuts.