Environmental Site Assessments
When it comes to environmental solutions, all clients want to do the right thing, but they also need to know the right way. ZUVIC truly partners with you as a technical and regulatory advocate. We work together with you to overcome complex scientific obstacles and guide you through complicated governmental policies so that you can achieve your objectives. Our success spans three decades, a testament to the longevity of our client relationships and our ability to provide innovative and integrated services for every type of environmental challenge. Put simply, it’s environmental advocacy, from initial investigation to final design, so that you can do the right thing, the right way.
SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE:
Site assessment, design, and remediation
Brownfield redevelopment
Transactional due diligence
Sediment characterization and remediation
Human health and ecological risk assessment
Natural resources and ecological restoration
Regulatory compliance and permitting
Air quality and industrial hygiene
Treatability studies
Technical support for environmental litigation
Victoria Man, LEP
DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Daniel Pinho, LEP
PROJECT MANAGER
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Phase I ESA
It all begins with a Phase I environmental site assessment which is essentially a review of the property including a review of regulatory files and site setting information, personnel interview and a walkover of the property. A comprehensive report is prepared which summaries the information obtained. If potential spill, release areas or chemical storage areas are identified on the property, then a Phase II investigation is typically performed.
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Phase II Investigation
A Phase II investigation evaluates whether contamination is present at areas of environmental concern. Samples are collected and analyzed to determine whether contaminants of concern are present from releases that may have occurred. If a release is detected, a Phase III investigation is typically performed to determine its extent.
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Phase III Investigation
A Phase III investigation evaluates the nature, degree and extent of releases identified during the Phase II investigation. The Phase III investigation includes collection of samples from the affected media which are then analyzed for the contaminants that were released at the property. The Phase III investigation also evaluates whether remediation is necessary.
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Hazardous Building Materials Assessments
Hazardous Building Materials Assessments evaluate whether building materials in structures contain hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead based paint and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). The assessment also determines whether the abatement of those materials is required prior to demolition or renovation.
The MDC South Hartford Conveyance and Storage Tunnel
An 18-foot diameter, 4.8 mile long bedrock tunnel is being built 200 feet below surface. The tunnel is designed to temporarily store combined wastewater and stormwater during rain events. The tunnel then conveys flow to the Hartford Water Pollution Control Facility for treatment. ZUVIC is providing professional services to Kenny/Obayashi IV, on the project. Which include; Qualified Environmental Professional Services, Preparations of permits and plans, soil and rock sampling and designation of material for disposal.
22 Acre Plaza Redevelopment
Silver Lane Plaza in East Harford, CT is an underutilized commercial plaza with more than 150,000 SF of available tenant space. The plaza was purchased in 2016 with the goal of significant retail development. The site needed environmental remedial planning based on the previously owned businesses in the plaza. ZUVIC provided; Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments, Sensitive Receptor Evaluation, Remedial Analysis, Planning, design, permitting and coordination.
Goodwin University Riverside Campus
ZUVIC completed the site and environmental deign and permitting for the construction of a 109,000 SF campus building. The site is a Brownfields redevelopment which formally supported petroleum terminal storage and transfer facilities. ZUVIC prepared Health and Safety Plans, Jobs Hazard Analyses, hazardous building material assessments, Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments and identified areas of soil and groundwater remediation. ZUVIC continues to provide monitored natural attenuation groundwater monitoring.