Since 1977, the issue of ecological impact especially to wetlands, has been totally associated with filling and/or development, with little concern for the issue of contamination until August 2011 when the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP’s) published its Ecological Evaluation Guidance Manual. However, David L. Poling, President of Professional Environmental Associates, LLC began… Read more »
Author: David Poling
Wetlands Associated With Site Remediation
One of the most important issues in the ecological evaluation of any site included those which are contaminated is addressing the wetlands , be they freshwater or tidal. The wetlands issue is always a tough thing to tackle since there is a special methodology required to identify what is or is not a wetlands and… Read more »
NO FURTHER ACTION LETTERS (NFAS) Vs. RESPONSE ACTION OUTCOMES (RAOs)
In May 2009, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) signed into law the New Jersey Site Remediation Act (SRRA). As of May 7, 1012, all owners or operators of a contaminated site (Responsible Parties) must hire an LSRP, who proceeds with site investigations and remediation, without prior NJDEP approval. The LSRP program drastically… Read more »
The Differences Between An LSRP And Indoor Environmental Consultant
In the State of New Jersey, there is a significant difference between a Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) and an Indoor Environmental Consultant (IEC), both in license and responsibility/capabilities. An LSRP and an IEC have different licenses. The State Of New Jersey Department Of Health and Senior Services (NJDH&SS) issues licenses to IEC’s…. Read more »
The Potential Environmental Dangers of CCA Pressure Treated: Concern for Our Children’s Playgrounds
We have seen the extensive use of pressure treated wood and lacquer on wood exposed to the elements around our homes, playgrounds, schools, child care centers and parking lots. As we have experienced countless time, use of chemicals has unanticipated side effects including negatively impacting our environment and health. Wood that has been… Read more »
The LSRP Program: A Shift in Roles
As of May 7, 2012, the phase-in period for implementing the Site Remediation Reform Act, N.J.S.A. 58:10C-1 et seq. (SRRA), and related amendments to the Brownfield and Contaminated Sites Act (Brownfield Act), the Spill Compensation and Control Act, and the Industrial Site Recovery Act has ended. As of that date, “all remediations in the State… Read more »
Conducting Ecological Studies all Year Round
As we have experienced frequently in the last few years, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has developed policies and guidelines not only to implement the regulations and protect the environment, but to guide or direct those within the environmental consulting community in assisting clients with complying with those regulations. One prime… Read more »
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