Discover the best ways to conduct a bulletproof environmental review. Join us for this must-attend seminar and get surefire techniques for overcoming challenges surrounding the administrative process. Gain winning strategies for navigating the labyrinth of EIR issues. Solve your toughest problems regarding project approval without worry. Avoid problems down the road by making sure you have all the latest information and survival tips. And that...

From recent litigation to changing permitting standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you will get answers to all your questions, such as: What new case and policy decisions impact my practices? What are the latest trends in the water quality arena? Here is your chance to learn - in just one day - the facts about current legal issues, monitoring and inspection, the proper...

As the regulatory requirements for storm water management continue to put financial pressure on municipal governments, more and more communities are either required to implement a storm water program or improve their existing program to meet NPDES MS4 storm water permit requirements and capital needs for asset renewal and upgrades. In particular, implementation of a storm water utility and establishing a sustainable approach for funding the s...

Problems with well performance are usually preventable, often start with well construction and development, and are then exacerbated by water quality conditions, well operation and rehabilitation efforts. This live webinar will discuss the key factors affecting well performance including well design, initial screen development, biological and mechanical plugging, and well rehabilitation methods. An asset management based approach is described...

Join us and learn how GSA can support your Green Purchasing requirements and watch the live demo of our latest eTool...GSA's Reverse Auction. “Green purchasing” or “sustainable acquisition” refers to purchasing products with specific environmental or energy attributes. In this course, we'll examine additional options for minimizing the environmental impact of acquisitions. GSA has launched its government managed Reverse...

Since 1970, the National Environmental Policy Act has been the cornerstone for environmental protection in the United States. To implement NEPA, federal agencies must prepare environmental impact statements or environmental assessments to study the impacts of their proposed actions. Unfortunately, some federal agencies, their consultants and affected citizens do not fully understand the regulations, legal interpretations and practices for pro...

One of the most negative environmental impacts resulting from urbanization is the pollution to our waters and the erosion of our streams as a result of increased stormwater. Urbanization causes increased volumes of stormwater, flow rates and contaminant loadings. Traditional stormwater management relies on moving the water as fast as possible to the nearest water body. This live webinar helps engineers and planners to select and design detent...

Federal and state environmental agencies have a broad range of enforcement options in their administrative/judicial toolbox. They may use preliminary actions like a notice of violation or an offer of an agreed order to get a desired end result (a cleanup, a penalty, a change in compliance or workplace procedures), or issue a unilateral order or penalty assessment. They may file an administrative or judicial complaint. On occasion criminal acti...

Storm water regulations in Connecticut are constantly evolving - have your practices evolved with them? From recent litigation to changing permitting standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you will get answers to all your questions, such as: What new regulatory developments impact my practices? What changes are coming to Connecticut's storm water permitting program? Here...

Use inventive techniques to get through the zoning and land development process in one piece. Go beyond zoning basics and learn what you need to know to succeed in land development. You will learn what makes a project successful and how to present an effective case in the land use process. Register today and discover new strategies for preparing complete applications, working with regulatory agencies and handling the hearing process to make en...