Edward R. “Ed” Close, PhD, PE, is a recognized expert in environmental science, has served as environmental advisor to more than 15 Fortune 500 companies, and has more than 40 years experience in the environmental field. He is the author of numerous technical papers, 4 nonfiction books, and the DVD: Toxic Mold – A Breakthrough Discovery. Dr. Close is a member of numerous professional societies, including the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA), and MENSA. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Math/Physics and a PhD in environmental science and engineering. He is a Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Missouri. Dr. Close has been serving commercial clients’ requirements for mold sampling since 1995. In 2005, at the urging of his wife – a Registered Aromatherapist, he began doing field tests to determine whether essential oils might offer a better option for mold cleanup and remediation in buildings than other options that are currently available. The results proved to him that he had discovered a new option for mold remediation that would help millions.