Discover how GEL transformed a former brownfield site at Edisto Beach into the scenic Bay Creek Park — blending environmental remediation, waterfront design, and community collaboration.
GEL provided Site Assessment, Remediation, Permitting, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Surveying for the new AGRU America facility.
Environmental remediation plays a crucial role in industrial and manufacturing development, particularly on brownfield sites or previously contaminated properties.
Learn what triggers a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), the steps involved, and why it’s essential for managing environmental risk in property transactions and redevelopment.
Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I ESAs) are investigations designed to uncover liabilities associated with commercial properties and satisfy one of the requirements to qualify for the landowner liability protection (innocent landowner defense) from CERCLA liability. Phase I ESAs are necessary for all commercial properties from woodlands to aged industrial properties. GEL Engineering personnel perform Phase I ESAs to protect our clients from unexpected environmental issues throughout the southeastern United States.
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are the latest chemicals identified as potentially harmful pollutants found in soil, groundwater, surface waters, and air. PFAS substances are believed to be widespread and persistent in nature with the potential for these chemicals to bioaccumulate in humans, animals, and the. Known as ‘forever chemicals’ due to their non-degradable properties, PFAS substances are a focus for the EPA as studies have shown the presence of these chemicals in the blood of humans and animals at low levels, and associations with human health problems. Anticipated legislation of PFAS chemicals is driving industries to evaluate their PFAS levels.
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