NYC Energy Benchmarking: Extended Filing Date for 2020
New York City requires over 15,000 buildings larger than 25,000 square feet to submit an Energy Efficiency Report annually. The intent of this program, which is regulated under Local Law 84 of 2009 and Local Law 133 of 2016: Benchmarking, is to promote more...
10 Things to Include in Your New York State COVID Business Safety Plan for Reopening
New York State’s PAUSE is slowing lifting across the State region by region, with Long Island’s Phase I businesses given the green light to resume operations effective May 27th. Phase I businesses include construction, curbside retail service, manufacturing, and...
Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Program, what is it and how does it affect my business
What is the Toxics Release Inventory? Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) created the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Program. Under the requirements of EPCRA, all U.S. facilities that meet TRI reporting criteria must submit...
Got Mold?
Molds are a type of fungus that grows both outside and indoors. Mold plays an important role in ecosystems by aiding in biodegradation and is abundant in our world. However, long term exposure to certain types of mold within homes and work places can induce allergic...
Mill Brook Preserve Receives Not-for-Profit Status
Mill Brook Preserve, Inc. (MBPI) is an organization specifically established to take care of the Mill Brook Preserve. The Mill Brook Preserve is a community treasure in New Paltz, NY that comprises 134 acres of land to be kept forever wild, located entirely in the...
Concerns for Salt and Brine Road Deicing Materials on Long Island
Now that winter weather is upon us, Long Island regulatory agencies are keeping an eye on bulk road deicing material storage facilities that contain and manage salt and brine. Although use of salt-containing materials is widespread, there are environmental concerns...
New FDNY Rule 3 RCNY 608 Goes Into Effect October 1, 2019
As of October 1, 2019, the New York City Fire Department’s new rule 3 RCNY 608-01, entitled “Outdoor Stationary Storage Battery Systems” will go into effect. FDNY rule 3 RCNY 608-01 applies to the installation and utilization of Outdoor Stationary Storage Battery...
What is Direct Push Drilling?
What is Direct Push Drilling? Subsurface investigations can be an essential component of environmental site assessments. Direct-push drilling, commonly referenced in the industry as Geoprobing, has many applications in subsurface investigations, including the...
Did you receive a Local Law 84/133 Benchmarking Violation?
Did you receive a Local Law 84/133 Benchmarking Violation? According to New York City’s Covered Buildings List for Compliance in 2019 (https://www1.nyc.gov/html/gbee/downloads/pdf/2019%20LL87%20CBL%20Final.pdf), over 15,000 buildings larger than 25,000 square feet are...
What Is the Importance of Record Keeping?
Now that the stress and uncertainty of an inspection (and any resulting violations) are behind you, it’s time to ensure your record keeping system is fully optimized. Clear, consistent, and organized records are important for maintaining compliance and avoiding future...