4 The Record is a publication from ALL4’s team that takes an in-depth look at technical and regulatory topics.
2025 Look Ahead
Posted: January 15th, 2025
Part 1 2025 Look Ahead // Colin McCall Happy New Year to our colleagues, clients, and partners as we enter 2025. Each January, we are excited to outline observations and insights that will help with proactive planning around environmental, health, […]
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U.S. EPA Clarifies “Modification” as it Relates to NSPS Subpart XXa
Posted: March 6th, 2025
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) has clarified what constitutes a “modification” in response to questions received regarding the Standards of Performance for Bulk Gasoline Terminals that Commenced Construction, Modification, or Reconstruction After June 10, 2022 under 40 […]
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What Is ISO 14001? Key Elements, Benefits, And Climate Action
Posted: March 6th, 2025
International Standards Organization (ISO) 14001 is the international standard that specifies criteria for Environmental Management Systems (EMS). ISO 14001 provides guidance to businesses and organizations to implement when establishing their own environmental performance requirements. Regardless of the location, sector or […]
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Understanding Mandatory Sustainability Disclosures Worldwide
Posted: March 5th, 2025
Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are driving the adoption of standardized reporting frameworks to assure transparent disclosure of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities. This growing regulatory focus highlights the need for businesses to stay informed, compliant, and […]
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Benefits of Hiring an Environmental Consultant
Posted: March 3rd, 2025
Businesses across industries face increasing pressure to comply with environmental regulations. Penalties for noncompliance are substantial, but the regulatory landscape is constantly changing, making it difficult to keep up with legal complexities. Your organization needs clear strategies for maintaining […]
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How do I Know if My Project Needs an Air Permit?
Posted: February 27th, 2025
There is not a whole lot that is black and white about air quality permitting. It can sometimes be hard to determine whether you need to submit an air permit application for a project and if so, what kind. The […]
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RY2024 Multimedia Compliance Reporting Tips And Tricks
Posted: February 20th, 2025
Reporting Year 2024 (RY2024) Season has officially begun! There are a variety of federal and state reports due in the first half of 2025 that require data collection, analysis, and data entry. It can be overwhelming to keep track of […]
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ICYMI: Navigating NPDES Wastewater Permitting: Best Practices, Watch Outs and Lookaheads
Posted: February 19th, 2025
If you missed our webinar on Navigating National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permitting last week or need a written summary to refer back to, read along for a summary of best practices, watchouts, and lookaheads to consider in your […]
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Proposed Amendments to Rules for the Cleveland 2015 Ozone Non-Attainment Areas
Posted: February 18th, 2025
Currently in Public Notice, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA), Division of Air Pollution Control (DAPC) is working to amend three rules in the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) due to the change of the Cleveland ozone nonattainment area from […]
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Proposed Revisions to North Carolina’s Permit Review Timeline Rule
Posted: February 14th, 2025
On February 4, 2025, the North Carolina Division of Air Quality (NC DAQ) hosted a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Permit Review Timeline Rule revisions. NC DAQ has proposed revisions to their construction and operating permit rules […]
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Calling All Desert Storm-Chasers! The New Arizona Multi-Sector General Permit Has Arrived!
Posted: February 12th, 2025
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Water Quality Division (WQD) has issued the Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (AZPDES) 2024 Industrial Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Non-Mining and Mining Industries. Following collaboration with stakeholders during […]
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