March 30, 2020

EPA Issues Temporary Enforcement Discretion Policy During COVID-19 Health Crisis

EPA issued a temporary enforcement policy related to civil non-compliance events attributable to COVID-19. EPA recognizes that responses to the pandemic: …may affect facility operations, and the availability of key staff … Continue reading EPA Issues Temporary Enforcement Discretion Policy During COVID-19 Health Crisis

March 30, 2020

Coronavirus, COVID-19 Post-Cleaning Microbiological Evaluation

While specific testing for viruses, including the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), is not generally available, it is possible to test environments and surfaces for the presence of surrogate clinical pathogens and bacteria—these should be absent if cleaning and disinfection are effective. Every building, tenant space, and office work environment is unique, ...

March 27, 2020

A look back 50 years helps SCS meet challenges today

To our valued clients, partners, and friends, we would like to pass on our wholehearted concern for you and your families’ well-being. We hope that those affected by the virus … Continue reading A look back 50 years helps SCS meet challenges today

March 23, 2020

Resources for Those Continuing to Work in Waste Management Essential Services

NWRA and SWANA Both associations are providing guidance, as many waste management activities must continue. SCS is following association advice, state protocols, and our clients’ recommendations in our own procedures … Continue reading Resources for Those Continuing to Work in Waste Management Essential Services

March 19, 2020

Update COVID-19: SCS’s efforts to continue serving you today and in the future

We know our valued clients, partners, and associations are busy assessing the impact and the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus. Our thoughts are with your employees and their families … Continue reading Update COVID-19: SCS’s efforts to continue serving you today and in the future ...

March 13, 2020

A message from SCS regarding the Coronavirus

In light of public concerns related to COVID-19, SCS Engineers has proactive measures and contingency plans in place to protect our employees and our clients, while continuing our work. SCS’s … Continue reading A message from SCS regarding the Coronavirus

March 12, 2020

EPA Releases NESHAP Final Rule Stationary Combustion Turbines and Electronic Reporting Requirements

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Stationary Combustion Turbines Residual Risk and Technology Review 40 CFR Part 63 This action finalizes the residual risk and technology review (RTR) conducted … Continue reading EPA Releases NESHAP Final Rule Stationary Combustion Turbines and Electronic Reporting Requirements

March 10, 2020

EPA Provides Supplemental Funds of $5M to RLF Cooperative Agreements Under CERCLA

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to make available approximately $5 million to provide supplemental funds to Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) cooperative agreements previously awarded competitively under section 104(k)(3) of … Continue reading EPA Provides Supplemental Funds of $5M to RLF Cooperative Agreements Under CERCLA

March 9, 2020

Redevelopment of Blighted Properties in Urban Infill Areas Spurs Economic Development

A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is a good starting place for identifying whether environmental issues may exist at a property. If a Phase I identifies potential risks, these reports may recommend additional investigation (Phase II) in the form of soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling. Phase II is ...

March 8, 2020

International Women’s Day is March 8 – Hydrogeologists Rock

For International Women’s Day, SCS decided to interview one of our own, Nicole Kron, who is a Hydrogeologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Nicole joined SCS Engineers in December 2017, as a … Continue reading International Women’s Day is March 8 – Hydrogeologists Rock