Let’s face it, working with regulators can be frustrating, confusing and, intimidating. Regulatory agencies — whether local, state, or federal — are, by law, a critical part of nearly every project; and yet, for many businesses, municipalities and individuals, the idea of picking up the phone or hitting “send” on that email causes hearts to skip a beat. This is a common reaction, and sometimes, one not without merit. But why? Aren’t they working for you? The answer is both yes and no. The first thing to understand is that regulators are often seeing your project through several different lenses. Yes,...
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Environmental Reporting – Preparing for Tier II, TRI, and Hazardous Waste
In our previous blog in this series, we discussed how to leverage the requirements of environmental reporting into better outcomes for your business. In this post, we will discuss in three sections how to prepare for environmental reporting for Tier II (SARA Section 311/312), TRI (SARA Section 313), and hazardous waste. We will be talking in general terms – as each state or local government may have specific reporting requirements – and will briefly cover the regulatory background, reporting applicability, steps for determining what to report, reporting tips, and content of these three reports. Tier II Reporting (SARA Section 311/312) Regulatory...
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Timely and accurate environmental reporting is an important piece of maintaining compliance with environmental regulations. Not only is it required by law, but it also helps assure the regulatory agencies, your community, local units of government, and other interested parties that you’re committed to being a good “neighbor” and making a conscientious effort to protect the environment and public health. Environmental regulations require facilities to submit reports to local or state environmental agencies or the federal Environmental Protection Agency. The information you are required to submit and the associated reporting deadlines vary by regulation and jurisdiction. For example, listed below...
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