California has some of the strictest air quality regulations in the United States. With its diverse industries, large population, and ongoing commitment to environmental protection, the state carefully regulates businesses that release pollutants. If you are starting a business, you may be required to get an air permit if you are going to operate equipment … Read more
Environmental due diligence is the process of assessing individual risks, liabilities, and compliance issues associated with a property, business operation, or transaction. Often performed as part of professional environmental consulting services, it allows organizations to identify potential environmental problems before purchasing a property, acquiring a company, securing financing, starting a development project, and other such … Read more
Companies that want to start a cannabis oil manufacturing business in California should be aware that it involves more than renting a facility and buying extraction equipment. Cannabis remains a heavily regulated industry in the state. A business must obtain multiple permits and licenses before it can start operations. Understanding these requirements can help business … Read more
If your business handles hazardous materials in California, you must complete your CERS filing for legal compliance and community safety. The system is supported at the state level by the California Environmental Protection Agency, but enforcement and review are conducted locally by the Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPAs). The process may seem overwhelming at first, … Read more
Air quality permitting is a critical responsibility for facilities that emit pollutants into the atmosphere. It does not matter whether it is a manufacturing plant, a power generation facility, or a large commercial operation; it is important to understand the permitting process not only to comply with regulations but also to protect public health and … Read more
With environmental regulations growing more complex and public awareness increasing, businesses today face greater pressure to operate more responsibly and sustainably. Yet, despite good intentions, many compliance issues still arise, operational inefficiencies persist, and reputational damage and financial penalties increase due to mistakes, ignorance, and inefficiency. The good news is that avoiding common environmental mistakes … Read more
Aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) play an important role in storing flammable and combustible liquids such as gasoline, diesel, and industrial chemicals. However, although they play a critical role in industrial operations, they can also pose significant fire hazards if not properly managed. Fires involving ASTs can cause severe property damage, environmental contamination, and even loss … Read more
With increasing climate-related events, tightening environmental regulations, and growing public awareness, environmental claims are no longer a concern reserved for large corporations or heavy polluters. Increasingly, industries across the board are facing environmental liability, often requiring the expertise of environmental consulting services. Claims can result from pollution, improper waste disposal, contamination, resource depletion, or non-compliance … Read more
Where would machines be without fuel? It is the lifeblood of machines. Whether in vehicles, industrial machinery, or power generators, fuel keeps them running. Without clean fuel, even the most efficient or advanced engines can fail to perform, or worse, sustain costly damage. Many industries that rely on strict operational standards and regulatory compliance should … Read more
Stormwater management is a critical aspect of environmental compliance for industrial facilities. Every time rainwater or snowmelt flows across a property, it can pick up pollutants such as sediment, chemicals, and debris, ultimately entering local waterways. To control this, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state environmental agencies require many industrial facilities to obtain … Read more