CORE Environmental Consultants, Inc.

Comprehensive identification, assessment, and management of hazardous building materials to maintain safety and compliance during redevelopment.

• Asbestos Surveys and Abatement Design

  Thorough surveys to identify asbestos-containing materials in buildings slated for renovation or demolition, followed by custom, regulatory-compliant abatement designs.

• Lead-Based Paint Inspections & Risk Assessments

  HUD-compliant surface-by-surface inspections utilizing XRF technology, coupled with targeted risk assessments and clear next steps for compliance.

• Asbestos and Lead Abatement Air Monitoring

  Real-time air monitoring and on-site oversight by certified professionals during abatement projects to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines.

• Mold and Indoor Air Quality Investigations

  Moisture intrusion assessments and mold testing to identify air quality hazards and guide building remediation.

• PCB Sampling and Analysis

  Identification and sampling of materials suspected of containing PCBs (such as caulk, paint, and transformers) to assist with TSCA and local disposal compliance.

• Hazardous Materials Clearance and Reporting

  Post-abatement inspections, air/dust sampling, and independent clearance documentation to verify safe re-occupancy.

Thorough environmental investigations, database screenings, and ecological reviews to identify potential liabilities prior to property transactions or redevelopment.

• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)

  Desktop reviews and on-site investigations performed in accordance with ASTM E1527 standards to identify recognized environmental conditions.

• Phase II Subsurface Investigations

  Targeted soil, groundwater, and soil vapor sampling to confirm the presence or absence of contamination and inform risk management.

• Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) & Reviews

  Comprehensive technical reviews under NEPA, SEQR, and CEQR guidelines to evaluate project impacts and support agency approvals.

• Contaminated Soil & Fill Characterization

  Detailed sampling and laboratory analysis of excavated materials to determine classification for proper disposal or reuse.

• Brownfield (VCP) and E-Designation Investigations

  Environmental investigations and documentation required under Voluntary Cleanup Programs or E-Designation protocols to navigate regulatory processes.

• Wetlands and Ecological Assessments

  Field-based wetland delineations, habitat surveys, and ecological reviews to support site planning and permitting.

Strategic regulatory coordination, permitting assistance, and compliance planning to ensure projects align with local, state, and federal standards.

• Stormwater Permitting & SWPPP Preparation
• Industrial Stormwater (MSGP) Compliance
• Hazardous Waste Management Programs
• Air Quality Permitting
• Environmental Compliance Audits

End-to-end site cleanup, cleanup design, and long-term site management solutions to address soil, groundwater, and soil vapor contamination.

• Remedial Investigations & Feasibility Studies (DER-10)

  Characterizing contamination and evaluating cleanup alternatives through sampling plans, conceptual site models, and risk assessments under DER-10.

• Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) Support

  Guiding property owners through investigations, remedial action planning, and agency coordination to secure Certificates of Completion.

• In-Situ & Ex-Situ Remediation

  Designing and executing soil, groundwater, and vapor treatment technologies such as chemical oxidation, bioremediation, and soil vapor extraction.

• Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Systems

  Designing sub-slab depressurization systems, passive venting, and vapor barriers to protect indoor air quality in accordance with NYSDOH and NYSDEC guidelines.

• Groundwater Monitoring & Reporting

  Routine and long-term sampling programs to track contaminant migration and prepare detailed compliance reports.

• Site Management Plans (SMPs) & Periodic Review Reports

  Developing long-term inspection and maintenance protocols to ensure the ongoing protectiveness of engineering and institutional controls.

• Regulatory Closure & Coordination

  Compiling remediation data and coordinating with regulatory agencies to achieve No Further Action determinations.

Engineering design services focused on remediation systems, stormwater management, and critical fuel storage systems.

• Remediation System Design
• Fuel Storage & Delivery System Engineering
• Green Infrastructure & Stormwater Management
• Erosion and Sediment Control Plans
• Environmental Borings

Field oversight and health-and-safety monitoring to ensure regulatory compliance and worker safety during active construction phases.

• Site-Specific Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)
• Community Air Monitoring Programs (CAMP)
• OSHA Hazard Communication & Training
• Emergency Action and Spill Response Plans
• Environmental Oversight During Construction

Compliance support, engineering design, and spill prevention plans for underground and aboveground storage tank systems.

• Petroleum Bulk Storage Compliance
• Underground Storage Tank (UST) Closures
• Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) System Design
• Fuel System Installation & Upgrades
• Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
• Tank Inspection & Leak Detection Programs