The goal of any environmental sampling program is to answer a specific set of questions. The good news is that environmental sampling approaches and technology have improved significantly over the last 40 years, which has led to increased confidence in the data collected. However, the data is still only as good as the thought and … more »
Learn moreEnvironmental due diligence for commercial property transactions usually starts with an ASTM compliant Phase I ESA. While the Phase I ESA protects against CERCLA liability, there are a multitude of other key environmental factors that can impact your deal or have ramifications down the line. Items that often pose a business risk include asbestos, wetlands, … more »
Learn moreCleaning up contaminated properties can take a long time at great expense. In most cases, conducting a completely “clean” cleanup is not always feasible and can be cost-prohibitive. As a result, risk-based closures are becoming more common, which means residual contamination remains behind and environmental restrictions are applied to the property. These restrictions must be … more »
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