How to Prepare for the New Stormwater MSGP if You Have Never Sampled Before
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Never sampled before? Read this post for some lessons learned to help you get clear on the upcoming MSGP Stormwater requirements.
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California Attenuation Factor for Vapor Intrusion – What You Need to Know
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The California DTSC will soon be publishing its study to support development of California-specific attenuation factors (AFs) for vapor intrusion to indoor air. Read this post to learn about the study’s preliminary findings and why site cleanup + Vapor Intrusion mitigation systems are the preferred solution.
Read More5 Turnkey Strategies for Improving ESG Performance in Mining
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There is a big push in the mining industry to find more sustainable solutions, particularly in terms of equipment or methods. Read this post for 5 Turnkey ways for mining companies to improve their ESG profile.
Read More3-Step Strategy For Setting GHG Reduction Targets
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How can your company send a message to your customers and investors about your commitment to sustainability? One common way is to establish GHG reduction goals relative to a GHG baseline inventory. Read this post for our 3-step strategy for setting your GHG targets.
Read More2020 Multi-Sector General Permit for Stormwater – Are You Ready?
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If you operate an industrial facility in the U.S., your facility is very likely subject to the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for Stormwater. Read this post for the 10 biggest changes in the proposed 2020 MSGP and tips for what your facility can do now to get ready.
Read MoreHow to Perform Virtual Inspections & Comply With Regulations
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Virtual inspections have become the necessary and viable alternative for essential businesses to continue to comply with regulations in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic while keeping facility personnel and inspectors safe. Read this post for some helpful tips and tools needed to successfully perform a remote video inspection.
Read MoreHow to Conduct a Global Life Cycle GHG Analysis to Benefit Investors
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Public sentiment is critical to the approval of any project, so don’t let misinformed perceptions judge its viability. Read this post to learn how a life cycle analysis can potentially convey the positive impacts of a project and alleviate the pressure investors often feel when trying to get stakeholder support for their project.
Read MoreERA Level 1 Status Deadline: What You Need To Know
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Compliance Deadline Alert for all California industrial businesses with Notice of Intent (NOI) coverage under the California Industrial General Permit (IGP) for stormwater who recently entered Level 1 status after July 1st, 2020. Read this post to learn what you need to do if your facility enters ERA Level 1 Status.
Read MoreWhat to Expect in the Phase I ESA Standard Update
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The current Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) standards are due to sunset next year in 2021. Several potential changes are currently in discussion, which may result in significant differences between the current and upcoming standard. Read this post to learn about the 5 most important changes that are being considered.
Read MoreEPA Final Rule: Modernizing RCRA Ignitable Hazardous Waste Determinations
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The U.S. EPA’s final rule gives generators increased flexibility to determine if wastes meet the RCRA ignitability characteristic. Read this post to learn more about the change to this rule’s testing methods.
Read MoreSEC Urged to Establish ESG-Based Disclosure Framework
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The SEC has long been contemplating whether ESG disclosures should be included in its disclosure protocol for public companies. The Investor Advisory Committee recently provided five explicit recommendations for the SEC’s consideration regarding why and how the Commission should update its reporting requirements for companies to include material, decision-useful, ESG factors. Read this post to learn about their recommendations.
Read MoreTime Schedule Orders as a Stormwater Compliance Extension Option for California IGP
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A Time Schedule Order (TSO) is an extension option to comply with the new provisions laid out in the Amended Industrial General Permit (IGP). Read this post to learn what TSOs are, who should consider making use of them, and the application process.
Read MoreSupreme Court Decision Creates New Standard for Clean Water Act NPDES Permits
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In April, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling in the highly watched County of Maui v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund case, clarifying the reach of the federal Clean Water Act. What are the potential implications for your project or facility?
Read MoreBlackRock Demands Corporate Response to Climate Change
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With BlackRock’s $7.4 trillion in assets at stake, BlackRock CEO, Larry Fink, has essentially demanded that companies make a purposeful commitment to confront climate change, or BlackRock will no longer invest in them. Given the current state of the world, how does ESG really factor in and what does this mean for companies?
Read MoreDeadline Alert: California Amended IGP TMDL/TNAL/NEL Compliance
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This post covers everything you need to know about TMDL/TNAL/NEL applicability and compliance. The new requirements of the Permit will become effective on July 1, 2020.
Read More10 Key Points: EPA Enforcement Policy Change Due to COVID-19
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Many facilities have questions regarding EPA’s compliance enforcement policy during COVID-19 and the newly released EPA memo regarding enforcement discretion. Here are the top 10 key takeaways that you need to know.
Read MoreEHS Compliance During COVID-19 Response
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Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance is considered to be an essential function during the COVID-19 response. What should you do if your facility can’t meet compliance during this critical time?
Read MoreCalifornia’s New Draft Supplemental Guidance for Screening and Evaluating Vapor Intrusion
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Toxic vapors can move from contaminated groundwater and soil to indoor air, potentially harming human health. California’s new draft Supplemental Guidance promotes a state-wide standard practice and consistency for vapor intrusion screening and sampling. Here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreCalifornia Low Carbon Fuel Standard - What You Need To Know
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The California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) is designed to reduce GHG emissions in the transportation sector, which is responsible for about 50 percent of GHG emissions. Read this post to learn how California’s LCFS works, how to generate credits, verification requirements, and more.
Read MoreGet More Money for Less Emissions: California’s Food Production Investment Program
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DEADLINE UPDATE: The Food Production Investment Program (FPIP) helps California food processors cut greenhouse gas emissions and save energy. Awardees include dairies, food, wineries, and other processing facilities. Round 1 applications are due December 4 - read this post for eligibility requirements and how to apply.
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