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
If your construction site or industrial operation has even the slightest chance of sending runoff into nearby drains, rivers, or lakes, you’re probably aware that you need a stormwater permit. But why do you need a stormwater permit in the first place? The answer goes beyond checking a box for compliance; it’s also about protecting … Read more
The continuous expansion of urban areas unfortunately comes with attached challenges, especially the effective management of stormwater. Stormwater, especially during heavy rains, has a high likelihood of causing flooding, water contamination, erosion, destruction of property, and even the loss of human life. Proper stormwater management can prevent these problems, protect the ecosystem, and maintain sustainable … Read more