Providing Engineering Sustainable Solutions for Atlantic Canada
Environmental Consulting Engineering
Our mission is to reduce environmental impact while creating long-term
value for municipalities, organizations, and communities.
We help municipalities and organizations reduce their environmental footprint through engineered wetlands, sustainable wastewater systems, and certified carbon offsets. For more than 25 years, Sharp Management has delivered practical, cost-effective infrastructure solutions across Newfoundland & Labrador and Atlantic Canada.
Glenn Sharp, P.Eng.v
Founder
Sharp Management Inc. is a Newfoundland-based environmental solutions firm dedicated to advancing natural-based infrastructure. Led by Glenn Sharp, P.Eng., award-winning desing engineer.
A Leader in Natural-Based Solutions
Sharp Management is the first company in Newfoundland & Labrador to design natural engineered wetlands capable of generating verified, CSA-registered Certified Carbon Offsets.
Our flagship systems in Stephenville and Appleton–Glenwood turn traditional wastewater treatment into climate-positive infrastructure — creating measurable, audited carbon reductions.
Building Stronger Communities Together
Environmental progress should benefit everyone. That’s why our model returns 50% of all carbon offset revenue directly back to municipalities to reduce the operating costs of these wetland systems.
The remaining 50% supports new designs and studies, helping additional communities adopt this sustainable technology.
Every offset purchased creates real, local impact — not abstract carbon credits from somewhere else in the world.
Our Expertise
• Environmental Consulting
• Engineered Wetland Treatment Systems
• Certified Carbon Offsets (CSA-registered)
• Carbon Neutrality & ESG Support
• Carbon Footprint Evaluation
• Municipal Infrastructure Consulting
• Natural-based Wastewater Solutions
• Low-energy, low-maintenance treatment systems
Our Vision
To deliver practical, measurable environmental solutions that help communities reduce emissions, meet Canada’s rising carbon-pricing requirements, and transition toward a greener, more resilient, sustainable future.
History
25+ Years of Experience
For more than 25 years, Sharp Management has been advancing natural wastewater treatment solutions across Newfoundland & Labrador and beyond. From early pilot systems in the early 2000s to large-scale municipal installations such as Appleton–Glenwood and Stephenville, our work has consistently focused on delivering reliable, cost-effective infrastructure rooted in environmental responsibility. Over the decades, we have refined our approach through practical implementation, long-term system performance, and continuous innovation.
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Foundation in Professor R. Kickuth’s Technology
Our engineered wetland systems are based on the pioneering work of Professor R. Kickuth, widely recognized as the original designer of subsurface horizontal wetlands, often referred to as reed bed systems. Through direct technical instruction and decades of applied experience, Sharp Management has built upon this world-leading science to develop MSR® Technology — adapting and advancing it to meet modern municipal and industrial wastewater challenges while maintaining the integrity of its natural biological foundation.
Our Team
Sharp Management is led by experienced environmental and professional engineering leadership with decades of applied expertise in natural wastewater treatment, municipal infrastructure, and carbon reduction systems. Our team combines technical design capability, regulatory understanding, and hands-on construction experience to deliver solutions that are practical, compliant, and built for long-term performance.
Working alongside municipalities, regulators, and project partners, we provide professional engineering oversight from concept development through to commissioning and ongoing support. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures every project balances environmental performance, financial sustainability, and operational reliability.
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Happy Clients
These photos showcase the organizations and municipalities that trust Sharp Management’s Certified Carbon Offsets to support their sustainability goals. From carbon-neutral businesses to communities benefiting from engineered wetland systems, each image highlights real results and our shared commitment to a greener Newfoundland & Labrador.
Aker Solutions Canada makes their offices in St. John’s & Calgary Carbon Neutral
