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A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is a study conducted to assess the potential for environmental contamination at a property. The purpose of the Phase 1 ESA is to identify any recognized environmental conditions (RECs) that may be present at the site and assess the potential risks these RECs could pose to human health…

Environmental Due Diligence in Austin, Texas Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) are critical for identifying potential environmental risks and liabilities associated with a property. The first step in the environmental due diligence process is the Phase I ESA, which involves a thorough investigation of a property’s historical use and current conditions to determine the likelihood of…

By Janet Annan What Does Environmental Consulting Include? When you hear the term environmental consultant what do you think? Do you think EPA, private consultant, driller or something else entirely? The term environmental consultant is a fairly generic term, but in general refers to a person with extensive knowledge on environmental regulations and acts as…

By Janet Annan Phase I ESAs in Kansas Being based in the Kansas City Metropolitan area, it isn’t just Kansas you need to know. You also need to have a minimum understanding of Missouri, Nebraska and Iowa, which is referred to as Region 7 by the USEPA. Each have their own nuances when it comes…

Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in San Diego, California are different from other states in the country for a variety of reasons. The San Diego area has a unique and rich history that sets it apart from most other locations. San Diego has been a development hub for decades, with no significant slow in…