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PFAS Webinar
Enhanced SESOIL Model
To Simulate PFAS Leaching in Soil
March 6, 2026
11AM – 12PM AEDT
(March 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST in the USA)
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SEVIEW 8.0 PFAS
Transport and Fate Modeling
ESCI is thrilled to announce the release of SEVIEW 8.0, a
groundbreaking program that revolutionizes PFAS modeling
in soil and groundwater. SESOIL 8.0 differs from similar
modeling software in that it simulates the adsorption of PFAS
to the air-water interface in the unsaturated zone. ESCI has
worked with government agencies and environmental
consultants to develop SEVIEW 8.0. It marks a significant leap
forward in PFAS modeling, offering features and capabilities
not available in competing programs. Modifications to SESOIL
were validated using measured site data. SESOIL modeling
indicates that PFAS can be substantially retained in the
unsaturated zone. Indicating that leaching PFAS
contamination is an issue that regulatory agencies will likely
face for many years to come.
PFAS Modeling
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are used in a wide
range of products and industrial processes, leading to their
widespread presence in the environment. Studies have
established a link between PFAS exposure and serious health
concerns, such as birth defects and cancer. Known as “forever
chemicals,” they are concentrated in sewage sludge, which
can be applied as fertilizer on agricultural fields. PFAS have
also been used in firefighting foam at military installations,
airports, and firefighting training facilities. When released to
the surface, PFAS can seep into the soil and contaminate
groundwater. Reports of PFAS in groundwater have
highlighted the importance of unsaturated soil zone modeling
when evaluating risks to groundwater quality. The mobility of
PFAS is dependent on water saturation, causing them to
migrate differently from other more commonly known
contaminants. This makes PFAS modeling in the unsaturated
zone uniquely challenging.
SEVIEW 8.0
SEVIEW 8.0 was designed to be the ultimate modeling
experience. It is the most powerful and capable version of
SEVIEW ever. With enhanced versions of SESOIL and AT123D
— this is modeling software without equal. From integrated
model setup to graphical reports, it raises the bar for
modeling. Combined with the climate, chemical, and soil
databases, SEVIEW contains everything you need. The
capabilities of SEVIEW 8.0 let you reimagine what is possible
with analytical modeling. Advanced features allow you to
perform modeling in ways you never imagined, enabling you
to complete your modeling projects faster and with
unprecedented ease.
SESOIL and AT123D
SEVIEW 8.0 maximizes the capabilities of the SESOIL and
AT123D models. Whether you are developing soil standards
protective of groundwater quality, or performing groundwater
modeling, SEVIEW has you covered. With SEVIEW you can run
complex simulations that previously required numerical
models such as MODFLOW and MT3D. Something that other
analytical programs cannot do.
New to version 8.0:
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PFAS Modeling
•
Updated chemical database.
•
Updated soil database
Our SEVIEW modeling software has been used by numerous
state regulatory agencies to develop baseline soil cleanup
objectives. To ensure adequate protection of groundwater
quality their default cleanup objectives are based on the
worst-case scenario. Application of such conservative cleanup
concentrations may result in costly remedial actions that may
not be warranted. Environmental consultants can use SEVIEW
to develop site-specific soil impact to groundwater
remediation standards. At most sites this will reduce cleanup
costs while maintaining protection of groundwater quality. At
other sites it may indicate that a threat to groundwater
quality exists.
Three Versions of SEVIEW 8.0
Start by choosing the version that fits your needs. You have a
choice between SEVIEW Basic, Basic+, or Pro. All versions
include the SESOIL and AT123D models, along with the
climate, chemical, and soil databases. Even the project files
are compatible with all versions of SEVIEW. The only
difference is the number of sources that can be simulated. By
offering three versions you do not need to spend money on
features you are not using. If your needs change, you can
always upgrade at a later date.
Basic
One Source: Basic includes everything needed to simulate
contaminant migration in soil and groundwater. For most
modeling projects this is all you need. Use SESOIL to simulate
contaminant migration in soil. Then link SESOIL to AT123D to
determine groundwater concentrations. Or use AT123D on its
own to perform groundwater modeling. SEVIEW 8.0 Basic
meets the requirements of the New Jersey Department of
Environmental Protection guidance on "Using the SESOIL
Transport Model to Assess the Impact to Ground Water Pathway",
December, 2008.
Basic+
Two Sources: Basic+ offers the next-level in capabilities. It
includes everything needed to simulate contaminant
migration in soil and groundwater for two sources. Use
SESOIL to simulate contaminant migration in soil. Then link
SESOIL to AT123D to determine groundwater concentrations.
Use the second source to simulate an existing AT123D
groundwater plume. This capability goes beyond other
programs and is only available in SEVIEW. SEVIEW 8.0 Basic+
meets the requirements of the NJDEP guidance on "Using the
Combined SESOIL/AT123D Models to Develop Site-Specific Impact
to Ground Water Soil Remediation Standards for Mobile
Contaminants", Version 2.1, May, 2014.
Pro
15 Sources: Pro provides the capabilities to take on the most
demanding projects. It pushes the boundaries of what is
possible. It includes everything needed to simulate multiple
contaminant releases in soil and groundwater in a single run.
Mix and match up to 15 different SESOIL or AT123D sources.
This feature can be used to establish on-site verses off-site
contributions and to evaluate various remedial alternatives.
Previously this capability only existed in numerical models
such as MODFLOW and MT3D. SEVIEW Pro brings the
capabilities to tackle almost any site.
SEVIEW 8.0 is at the forefront of
PFAS modeling, enabling
regulatory agencies and
environmental consultants to
make better decisions regarding
risks posed by PFAS
contaminants. In particular, risks
to groundwater quality posed by
leaching PFAS contaminants in
soil.
SEVIEW is an interface for the
SESOIL and AT123D models. The
models were enhanced to
simulate multiple contaminant
sources. SESOIL is the industry
standard vadose zone model for
the development of soil
remediation standards. AT123D
is the industry standard
groundwater model. It can be
used on its own or linked to
SESOIL. ESCI provides the
highest quality technical
support. Our training is
accredited by numerous state
licensing boards.
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