DEC Releases Guidelines for Algal Bloom Prevention Funding
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has released draft guidelines for public review and comment to implement funding under the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022 (Bond Act). These guidelines aim to...
NYSDEC Makes Widespread Changes to Wetland Regulations
January 1, 2025 marked an important day for New York State wetlands. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (NYSDEC’s) long awaited amendment to 6 NYCRR Part 664 went into effect last Wednesday, effectively rewriting how the State defines a...
How 6 NYCRR Part 375 Revisions May Affect You and Your Business
In mid-October, the New York State (NYS) Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) published a notice of revised rulemaking to amend 6 NYCRR Part 375, Environmental Remediation Programs. Part 375 covers requirements for the remedial programs administered by NYS:...
NYC DEP Revises Wetlands Definition Rule
On December 6, 2024, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) published an Opportunity to Comment on a proposed rule change to the Rules and Regulations for the Protection from Contamination, Degradation and Pollution of the New York City...
Don’t Miss OSHA’s New PPE Rule!
On December 11, 2024, the United States Department of Labor announced that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for construction. The final rule explicitly requires the...
MS4 Interim Progress Certification and Annual Report Reporting Period Deadline
Introduction The end of the year is here, and January 2 marks the end of the reporting period for both the interim progress certification and the annual report for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) operators in New York. These reports must be submitted to...
Tips for Preventing Illness in Cold Weather
Many of us prefer to stay indoors and warm as the temperatures drop. Spending time inside can increase our exposure to indoor air pollutants, especially during the winter months when illnesses like COVID-19 and seasonal influenza are on the rise. Maintaining good...
Prepare for the March 1 Annual Community Right-to-Know Tier II Reporting Deadline
With the year coming to a close, remember that the March 1 Annual Community Right-to-Know Tier II Report Filing Deadline with the New York City (NYC) Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is fast approaching! For all NYC facilities that handle, use, and store...
OSHA’s New Injury and Illness Reporting Requirements
Beginning in January 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will require certain establishments to comply with additional data reporting requirements. This data will need to be submitted electronically. What are the new requirements?...
The Semi-Annual Stormwater Sampling Deadline Is Coming Up!
The deadline for semi-annual stormwater sampling and monitoring for the second half of 2024 is fast approaching! This applies to facilities with coverage under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity...