Walden is proud to have recently completed instructing the first cohort of the Environmental Technician Training Program at the Nassau County Board of Cooperative Educational Services. The program ran for five weeks from September 21st to October 20th and consisted of classes three nights per week. Ten of the sessions provided both classroom and hands-on… Read More
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will be holding an online public hearing on proposed rules that relate to waste carters operating in commercial waste zones at 9:30 am on September 15, 2021. Overall, the proposed rules aim to accomplish the following: Require carters who are selected to operate in commercial waste zones… Read More
Ready to break ground on your new construction project? Hang on! Did you know that if you are disturbing the soil at your site, you may need to obtain coverage under the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity? You… Read More
Despite the challenges and uncertainty that 2020 brought to many industries and businesses across the country, Walden’s staff members were hard at work developing their skills and furthering their knowledge. Walden is committed to professional development, with the ultimate goal of broadening the services we provide to the firm’s clients. Two of Walden’s environmental scientists,… Read More
On December 23, 2020 Governor Andrew Cuomo made an announcement that $19 million of federal grant money is available to municipalities through the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA). The grants include the Engineering Planning Grant (EPG, $2 million available) and the Green Innovation Grant Program (GIGP, $17 million available). The EPG focuses on funding planning and… Read More
The normal operation of a solid waste transfer station is accompanied with an element of fire risk. A multitude of heavy machinery handling different types of solid waste in varying weather conditions can result in this particular type of emergency. By preparing and implementing an emergency response plan at your facility, you can keep your… Read More
Did you find an Underground Storage Tank (UST) at your construction site? Don’t panic! While you may think uncovering a UST can lead to delays in your construction schedule, planning ahead and knowing what to do in the situation will simplify things. Check out these tips below to find out how you can navigate through… Read More
Despite the COVID-19 Pandemic, Walden’s team continues to serve its clients remotely while adhering to local, state and federal directives related to social distancing. During these uncertain times, Walden remains highly responsive and committed to providing its clients with engineering solutions to their project needs. Did you know the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)… Read More
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 reactions and various other health effects for occupants. Immune-compromised… Read More
Which New York State Grant Should I Apply For? As described in our last blog, New York State Consolidated Funding Applications (CFAs) are open until July 26th, 2019 at 4pm. With over 30 programs administered by 10 agencies, the CFA process can be a lot to take in. Wondering which program is right for you?… Read More