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 planning: Piles must be triangular in cross section to minimize anaerobic… Read More

Its SPDES Sampling Time of Year Again! This is a reminder for all holders of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC or Department) stormwater pollution discharge elimination system (SPDES) Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or those who need to obtain compliance under the General Permit GP-0-17-004 before the end of 2018. As required… Read More

Are you prepared to meet the upcoming fill material sampling requirements? Less than 6 months to go! Starting May 4, 2019, if you are a permitted or registered solid waste management facility that processes fill material (soil, sand, gravel, or rock), you must chemically test all fill material BEFORE it leaves your site! What you… Read More

As of November 1st, 2018, a new subsection to the New York City (NYC) Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Community Right to Know Regulations has been adopted to address additional safety issues and spill prevention measures for how hazardous substances are sited and stored.  The new rule focuses on portable containers and how they are… Read More

When is the annual NYC Community Right-to-Know filing deadline? March 1st. Here are three mistakes you should and can avoid with your 2019 Right-to-Know filing: 1. Procrastination. There’s no question you have more than enough on your plate. But waiting till the last minute to submit your annual Right-to-Know filing only opens the door to all… Read More