by Eric Ranhorn | Jan 16, 2024 | EH&S Outsourcing, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Health and Safety
How to Keep Fire Exit Doors Up to Code Why is it important to equip fire exit doors with proper handles, and how do NFPA codes apply to your facility? Proper door handles on fire exit doors are just as important as extinguishing equipment, emergency lighting, and...
by Shreyak Karkera | Jan 11, 2024 | Current Events, Renewable Energy
Save Money on Clean Energy Upgrades to Your Home or Business! Homeowners today are increasingly interested in finding ways to enhance the energy efficiency of their homes, not only for the benefit of the environment but also to save on energy costs. Fortunately, the...
by Kerry Brew | Jan 4, 2024 | Current Events, Renewable Energy
NYSERDA Expands Funding Opportunities Through FlexTech Program In November 2023, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) released several updates to its Flexible Technical Assistance (FlexTech) Program. Under this program, commercial,...
by Shreyak Karkera | Jan 3, 2024 | Current Events, Grant Writing
New York State’s $25M Grant Program for Volunteer Fire Services In a move to bolster its emergency response capabilities, New York recently announced a $25 million capital grant initiative for volunteer fire departments across the state. The Volunteer Fire...
by Tyler Miller | Dec 28, 2023 | Engineering Services, Environmental Consulting, Renewable Energy
Advancing Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in the US In late July, several major automakers announced that they would be embarking on a groundbreaking partnership that has sparked excitement and hope for the future of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United...
by Alejandra Cordoba Alvarez | Dec 26, 2023 | Air Quality, Current Events, Regulatory Updates
Proposed Changes to Emission Regulations for NYS Asphalt Pavement Manufacturing Plants The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), Division of Air Resources (DAR) seeks to change emission regulations for Asphalt Pavement Manufacturing Plants...
by Karen Diemer | Dec 21, 2023 | Regulatory Compliance, Engineering Services, Environmental Consulting
Floodplain Management for Modern Times, Part 4: FEMA Assistance and CFMs FEMA Assistance for Flood-Prone Communities The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers pre- and post-disaster grants to communities. FEMA grants are administered through states. These...
by Cinthya Vidal | Dec 14, 2023 | Regulatory Compliance, Permitting and Compliance, Stormwater Management, Stormwater Permitting and Design, Water Quality
Winter Is Coming and So Is the Deadline for Semi-Annual Stormwater Monitoring and Reporting (GP-0-23-001) As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to complete semi-annual stormwater Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMR) in order to comply with New York’s State...
by Karen Diemer | Dec 12, 2023 | Regulatory Compliance, Engineering Services, Environmental Consulting
Floodplain Management for Modern Times, Part 3: Risk Rating 2.0 In our last floodplain guide blog, we discussed FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). One problem with the NFIP that took a long time to address was rate determination. The NFIP has used the...
by Lauren Sicker | Dec 7, 2023 | Current Events, Right-To-Know Filing
Prepare for the Annual Community Right-to-Know Tier II Report Filing Deadline March 1, 2024! As the end-of-year holidays and the New Year are approaching, it’s important to remember that the Annual Community Right-to-Know Tier II Report Filing Deadline with the New...
