PFOA and PFOS are in Drinking Water – What Should I Know?
Since the recent discovery of high concentration levels in the Hoosick Fall’s water wells and with Gabreski Air National Guard Base being declared a New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) State Superfund Site, PFOA and PFOS and their effect...
MS4 Annual Reporting due June 1st
Stormwater discharges from Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) in the New York metropolitan area and other urban and designated areas in the State are regulated by the NYSDEC. The MS4 Program was established to improve stormwater management practices and...
Car Wash Activity Regulations
Car Wash Activity Regulations– Part 1 It is critical for business owners and managers to be aware of all the regulations around car preparation work and car washing activities. Car dealerships, auto body shops, car washes, and any other business that performs any...
NYSDEC Proposes Revisions to Solid Waste Regulations
Click Here for Our Current 2017 Solid Waste Changes Page NYSDEC Proposes Extensive Changes to Solid Waste Regulations Governor Andrew Cuomo announced proposed revisions to the state’s solid waste regulations to increase protections for public health, safety, natural...
Diesel Fuel Makes a Dangerous Solvent!
Don’t let a dirty job become a dangerous one. A number of municipalities have adopted the practice of using diesel fuel as a solvent for cleaning asphalt off both trucks and equipment. This is a risky practice that is in violation of DEC regulations. Due to diesel’s...