Climate Change and Environmental Protections in NYS
Climate Change and Environmental Protections in New York State New York State (NYS) is taking aggressive steps to curb the increasingly more evident effects of climate change by being a leader in environmental protection and clean energy. NYS is both looking to...
What is and is Not Considered “Waste” by the NYSDEC?
What is and is Not Considered “Waste” by the NYSDEC? Regardless of how natural or clean the soil might be, if you had excavated fill material from a commercial property, public park, or even a residential backyard, it most likely is considered a “waste” material (with...
Patching with Asphalt Millings
Do you have pavement in need of repair? Have you considered using asphalt millings? Paved surfaces deteriorate over time due to usage, weather and other factors. Typically, a portion of the surface will fail while the rest stays intact, such as the forming of pot...
The Contractor’s Guide to Part 360 Beneficial Use Determination
The Contractor’s Guide to Part 360 Beneficial Use Determination (BUD'S) What do I do with the excess excavated material from my construction site? According to the new Part 360 rules, you can choose between two different pathways. Pathway 1 The first option is to send...
Do You Have To File A Solid Waste Annual Report?
Do You Have To File A Solid Waste Annual Report? March 1st, 2019. This is the last day to file for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Solid Waste Annual Report. The reports must be submitted electronically or by mail to both, respective DEC...
New Requirements for Long Island Land Clearing Debris and Compost Management Facilities
Do you manage land clearing debris or compost in Nassau or Suffolk Counties on Long Island? You will soon have to meet new regulatory requirements for New York State that, at a minimum, include the following: Quarterly water quality testing (and the installation of...
Changes to NYSDEC Part 360 Regulations
Did you know! Future Changes to NYSDEC Part 360 Regulations There have been many whispers and rumors among the solid waste industry about the future changes to the NYSDEC Part 360 regulations. We have an update! History If you are unaware, the New York State...
Do You Have a Land Clearing Debris or Composting Facility?
Did you hear there are new rules on Long Island for facilities that manage land clearing debris and compost? Do you know if they apply to your facility? Is the term “land clearing debris” something new? It would make sense for you to look for “land clearing debris” in...
Is Your Facility Affected by the Flexible Changes of NYSDEC 6 NYCRR Part 360, 361, and 362?
Do you own a Solid Waste Facility? Are you aware of the new NYCRR Part 360, 361 and 362 regulations? Your Facility could benefit from the enforcement discretion in the Letter published by the NYSDEC on October 12, 2018. This action is effective until January 31, 2020!...
Why Site-Planning Is Important For Mulch Facilities!
Why Site-Planning Is Important For Mulch Facilities! Do you own or operate a Mulch Processing Facility? Are you aware of the new NYCRR Part 361 regulations as of November 4, 2018? Having the correct site-layout is crucial to complying! Criteria to be followed in...