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West Virginia 2024 Environmental Compliance Calendar

terramedia — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 15:11:55 +0000

Reporting Requirements(1)

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Air	Greenhouse Gas Reporting (submit at cdx.epa.gov)	March 31
Air	Title V Air Permit Annual Emissions Inventories	March 31
Air	Title V Air Permit – Semi-Annual Monitoring Report	Jan. 31, Jul. 31
Air	Title V Air Permit Annual Certification of Compliance	April 30
Air	Certified Emissions Statement	July 31
EPCRA	EPCRA – Tier II Reports (submit on HazConnect)	March 1
EPCRA	EPCRA – TRI Form R/A (submit at cdx.epa.gov)²	July 1
RCRA	Biennial RCRA Hazardous Waste Reports (LQG) (even years)³	March 1

(1) Facility requirements should be verified to confirm due (2) EPA eliminated the de minimis exemption for Supplier Notification Requirements for chemicals of special concern (e.g., lead, mercury, dioxins, etc.) (3) VSQGs or SQGs that for any one calendar month generate 2,200 pounds or more of hazardous waste, must also submit a biennial report (unless proper notification of an episodic event had been submitted).

Additional Environmental Requirements

Stormwater: Complete annual comprehensive inspection and routine facility inspections as needed. Conduct benchmark monitoring and visual monitoring quarterly at each outfall. Conduct training at least annually. Those required to submit DMR forms must do so within 30 days of sampling. Hazardous Waste: VSQG/SQG limited to one planned episodic event and one unplanned event per year – no biennial report required if proper notification. SQG/LQG conduct weekly inspections. Verify hazardous waste generator status, review and update contingency plan annually. Universal Waste: Conduct training annually. Confirm that storage times do not exceed one year. Wastewater (NPDES/SDS): Discharge reports are required to be submitted at regular intervals, per permit requirements. SPCC Plan: SPCC Plans must be updated every five years or whenever there is a change in oil storage or spill potential. Conduct and document routine inspections and annual training. Air Permits/Emission Inventories: Submit all construction permit applications; Title V operating permit applications & modifications; notifications of start of construction and start of operation electronically on DEP’s Electronic Submission System (ESS). EPCRA TRI: Begin collecting data for RY2024 for reporting over 100 pounds of 189 specific PFAS chemicals (there is no de minimis exemption). See attached link for additional information: https://www.epa.gov/toxics-release-inventory-tri-program/basics-tri-reporting

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Scott Smith, P.E., CHMM

Senior Environmental Engineer (216) 539-4213 scott.smith@terracon.com

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Ohio 2024 Environmental Compliance Calendar

terramedia — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 14:46:00 +0000

Reporting Requirements(1)

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Air	Greenhouse Gas Reporting (submit at cdx.epa.gov)	March 31
Air	Title V Air Permit Quarterly Deviation Report	Jan. 31, Apr. 30, Jul. 31, Oct. 31
Air	Title V Air Permit Annual Emissions Inventories	April 15
Air	Title V Air Permit – Semi-Annual Monitoring Report	Jan. 31, Jul. 31
Air	Title V Air Permit Annual Certification of Compliance	April 30
Air	Minor Source Annual Permit Evaluation Report²	Feb. 15, May 15, Aug. 15, Nov. 15
Air	Minor Source Annual Fee Emission Report	April 15
EPCRA	EPCRA – Tier II Reports (submit via email using Tier2submit online form)³	March 1
EPCRA	EPCRA – TRI Form R/A (submit at cdx.epa.gov)⁴	July 1
RCRA	Biennial RCRA Hazardous Waste Reports (LQG) (even years)⁵	March 1

(1) Facility requirements should be verified to confirm due dates (2) Varies by permit. (3) Submit to Ohio EPA on Tier2submit program, submit to FD and LEPC via email or mail. (4) EPA eliminated the de minimis exemption for Supplier Notification Requirements for chemicals of special concern (e.g., lead, mercury, dioxins, etc.) (5) VSQGs or SQGs that for any one calendar month generate 2,200 pounds or more of hazardous waste, must also submit a biennial report (unless an episodic event notice had been submitted).

Additional Environmental Requirements

Stormwater: Complete annual comprehensive inspection and routine facility inspections as needed. Conduct benchmark monitoring and visual monitoring quarterly at each outfall. Conduct training at least annually. Those required to submit Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) forms must do so within 30 days of sampling. Hazardous Waste: VSQG/SQG limited to one planned episodic event and one unplanned event per year – no biennial report required if proper notification. SQG/LQG conduct weekly inspections. Verify hazardous waste generator status, review and update contingency plan annually. Universal Waste: Conduct training annually. Confirm that storage times do not exceed one year. Wastewater (NPDES/SDS): Discharge reports are required to be submitted at regular intervals, per permit requirements. SPCC Plan: SPCC Plans must be updated every five years or whenever there is a change in oil storage or spill potential. Conduct and document routine inspections and annual training. Air Permits/Emission Inventories: Submit all construction permit applications; Title V operating permit applications & modifications; notifications of start of construction and start of operation electronically on Ohio eBiz. EPCRA TRI: Begin collecting data for RY2024 for reporting over 100 pounds of 189 specific PFAS chemicals (there is no de minimis exemption). See attached link for additional information: https://www.epa.gov/toxics-release-inventory-tri-program/basics-tri-reporting

Indiana

Michigan

Kentucky

West Virginia

Contact Us

Scott Smith, P.E., CHMM

Senior Environmental Engineer (216) 539-4213 scott.smith@terracon.com

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Logistics Facilities Services Newsletter

terramedia — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:35:20 +0000

Retrofit your warehouse space to meet current needs

As your requirements grow and evolve, our logistics professionals have a large suite of services to help take your built facility where it needs to go. Whether you’ve had your warehouse for years or just acquired a new facility, we can make that property meet your specifications. Let’s get started.

Get the full picture first

Understanding a facility’s condition before you buy it gives you peace of mind that you’ve made a sound investment. When a logistics client had questions about whether to invest in an unused warehouse, Terracon facilities experts assessed the building using ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and light detection and ranging (LiDAR) to provide 2D and 3D models. Both methods detected deflection in the wall panels, with possible water ponding on the roof above. Providing these two data sets in the same scope of work eliminated the need (and cost) of additional testing and gave the client a holistic view of the challenges to help them make informed decisions.

Building health covered – from top to bottom

Roof Assessments. One of the biggest assets at any facility, roofing keeps the elements out while protecting everyone and everything inside. Make sure concerns about your facility’s roof won’t hang over your head. Learn more.
Structural Assessment. A facilities condition assessment (FCA) gives a clear picture of where a facility is, making it easier to develop a plan for getting it where it needs to be. Here’s how.
Pavement Solutions Pavement might be an even larger asset than the roof. Our Pavement Technology Solutions can help set up a long-term pavement maintenance plan based on data – not speculation. Find out how.

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Terracon Names Janet Keiser Vice President and National Director for Transportation and Infrastructure

terramedia — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:19:41 +0000

OLATHE, Kan. – Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, announces Janet Keiser, P.E., PTOE, has been named vice president and national director for Transportation and Infrastructure. This key position supports client service, innovation, and project delivery as the company builds on its strong presence in the transportation and infrastructure sector. Drawing on a 30-year career in transportation, Keiser will lead strategic growth for Terracon teams across the country. As a well-known leader in the industry, Keiser serves professionally with the Intelligent Transportation Society, Women’s Transportation Seminar, Institute of Transportation Engineers, and American Council of Engineering Consultants (ACEC). After earning a degree in civil engineering from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, Keiser attended Texas A&M University, graduating with a master’s degree in civil engineering. She is a licensed professional engineer in New Jersey and is a professional traffic operations engineer. A native of the northeast, Keiser lives in the New York City metropolitan area. Terracon is an employee-owned, multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Explore with us by visiting terracon.com.

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Terracon Names Christopher McIntyre Senior Vice President and Florida Division Manager

terramedia — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 21:27:53 +0000

Jacksonville, Fla. – Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, announces Christopher L. McIntyre, P.E., has been named senior vice president and Florida Division manager. The strategic change is designed to support client service, innovation, and project delivery as the company continues to grow its presence in Florida and the southeastern U.S. Drawing on nearly 16 years of experience, McIntyre will assume responsibility for overseeing the safety, leadership, growth, and strategic direction of Terracon’s Florida Division. After graduating from Florida State University with a degree in civil engineering, McIntyre relocated to northern Virginia, where he spent the first eight years of his career. During this time, he earned a Master of Engineering degree from George Mason University and obtained his professional engineering license. In 2013, McIntyre decided to return to his Florida roots and relocated to Jacksonville, where he launched his career with Terracon. McIntyre is actively involved in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Florida Engineering Society (FES), American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), and the American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE). Additionally, he has successfully completed the FES Florida Engineering Leadership Institute and the ACEC Pathways to Executive Leadership program. Terracon is an employee-owned, multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Explore with us by visiting terracon.com.

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Find the Direction of Your Project with Terracon Compass

terramedia — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:40:11 +0000

All of our project information in one place, right when you need it – that’s the inspiration behind Terracon Compass, our project collaboration portal. With one login you can easily and securely access available documents and reports throughout the lifecycle of your project. Terracon Compass also offers you the opportunity to customize notifications – so you can know the moment documents have been added or updated. It’s part of our commitment to deliver great services, solutions, and partnerships to guide your project to success. With Terracon Compass, you’ll always know the direction of your project. Click the link below to get started.

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Mike Hagemeister promoted to environmental service line director

terramedia — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:33:30 +0000

OMAHA, Neb. – Terracon, a leading national consulting engineering firm comprised of engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals, announces a strategic organizational change to support client service, innovation, and project delivery as the company continues to grow. Mike Hagemeister, P.E., has been promoted to environmental service line director, charged with leading this growing service line. With a balanced passion for the environment and people, Hagemeister is leading a diverse team of over 1,200 environmental professionals with the focus of partnering with clients to deliver innovative environmental solutions for a safe, sustainable, and prosperous future. In nearly 30 years with Terracon, he has held several roles, including field engineer, environmental engineer, and environmental department manager in the company’s Omaha office. Prior to his current position, Hagemeister was responsible for leading and supporting environmental consulting across the central United States. Terracon is an employee-owned, multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Explore with us by visiting terracon.com.

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Terracon Receives 2023 Phoenix Award for Brownfields Excellence

terramedia — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:31:06 +0000

Savannah, Georgia Industrial Complex Recognized for Brownfields Redevelopment

OLATHE, Kan. – Terracon, an employee-owned firm with a long history of providing excellence in engineering consulting services, announces it has been recognized with a 2023 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Phoenix Award for the SeaPoint Industrial Terminal Complex project in Savannah, Georgia. The awards were presented to practitioners for projects that reflect the progression of brownfield redevelopment at the recent National Brownfields Training Conference (Brownfields 2023) in Detroit. The National Brownfields Training Conference brings together stakeholders from government, industry, and the community to share knowledge and best practices on the remediation and redevelopment of contaminated properties, known as brownfields. The conference’s goal was to promote the cleanup and revitalization of contaminated sites across the United States. “Terracon is pleased to be recognized for the outstanding work we’re contributing to sustainable development,” said Belinda Richard, Senior Principal and National Manager of Terracon’s Brownfields Program. “The SeaPoint project, a manufacturing and logistics hub with deep-water river access, Class I rail, and highway connections, was completed two years ahead of schedule and a few million under budget so we’re honored to have our rigorous effort recognized.” Innovators in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Brownfields program since 1995, Terracon has been a part of more Phoenix Award-winning teams than any other consultant in the United States. Terracon’s knowledgeable team combines reconstruction with environmental remedy and has now received 17 Phoenix Awards.

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Terracon is an employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Explore with us by visiting terracon.com.

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Power Generation Solar Services Newsletter

terramedia — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 20:27:55 +0000

Up to date: Here’s the latest on WOTUS rule amendment

The Sackett v. EPA Supreme Court decision in May altered the landscape of future Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rulings. Recent amendments, released in late August, brought a little more clarity. Our WOTUS subcommittee has been following these and other ongoing developments for more than three years. Here’s how the latest amendments could affect future solar projects. Learn more.

At the forefront of pile load testing data delivery

Accurate pile load testing (PLT) data can be the catalyst for a more sustainable and cost-effective solar project. Our new, proprietary pile load testing tripod is lighter, more transportable, and changing how we gather this critical data. How can this new PLT system benefit your next solar project? Let’s get to work.

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Data for More Sustainable Solar Energy

terramedia — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:27:34 +0000

Terracon’s Proprietary Pile Load Testing System Leads to Safer, More Efficient Collection of Essential Solar Foundation Data

The future of solar energy lies in the combination of sustainability and speed to market. Our latest innovation, the Terrapod 2100 pile load testing system, was inspired by that intersection. Implementing this new technology helps us give our clients a unique advantage in bringing solar projects online.

The Next Generation of Pile Load Testing Design

Pile Load Testing (PLT) is the most critical step in optimizing a solar array foundation design. The Terrapod 2100 helps our professionals bring clients this critical data quickly and efficiently. The proprietary design is lightweight, strong, and easily maneuverable by one person. At only 81 pounds, it can be quickly moved into position and can handle loads that well exceed current foundation load requirements. It also removes the need for heavy equipment in the field, saving the cost of transport and operation. A smarter solar foundation design is key for more sustainable projects. Accurate collection of PLT data using the Terrapod 2100 can be the start of more environmentally friendly projects. Lowering pile embedment depths, even by just one foot, can lead to millions of dollars saved in steel on one project and a huge reduction in the project’s carbon footprint. We have the resources to keep pace with the growing demand for solar. Our team of more than 120 trained, solar professionals currently operates our fleet of piledrivers and 30 Terrapod 2100 tripods. Terracon’s solar experts can help you get the most from your solar foundation. Let’s connect to put our expertise to work on your next project! Contact client development manager Ryan Merrell, P.E., at ryan.merrell@terracon.com to learn more about our PLT data servcies!

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