36 ENVIRONMENTAL CONNECTION / THIRD QUARTER 2025 / IECA.ORG tirelessly to share information on erosion and sediment control, and he developed key contacts in over 80 countries. His work led to the establishment of IECA chapters internationally. “Education about erosion and sediment control makes the world a better place,” he said. His former co-workers agree and praise him for making the world a greener and healthier environment. Butman’s efforts have played a key role internationally and led to his receiving the 2025 IECA Lifetime Achievement Award and the 2022 IECA Sustained Contributor Award. His son Adam praised his ability to intersect business leadership with passion and impact. Adam said his father devoted “35-plus years of service to an industry that is transforming, >> Figure 2. In-field training on hydraulic erosion control. INDUSTRY PROFILE Figure 1. Applying a topsoil alternative product on California wildfire projects.
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