Endangered Bats and Construction Project Impacts

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Endangered Bats and Construction Project Impacts

Even for experienced construction crews, bat protection regulations can pose unexpected hurdles. The Northern Long-Eared Bat, among several other species, is federally endangered, and regulations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) aim to protect its habitat. Projects within the bat's range must consider potential impacts to the bat or its habitat and meet ESA requirements. Read this article to see how to navigate these requirements and how an Environmental Inspector can be helpful.

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Indiana Wetlands: Navigating the Permitting and Regulatory Framework

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Indiana Wetlands: Navigating the Permitting and Regulatory Framework

Managing and protecting wetlands in Indiana is a multifaceted challenge that requires careful navigation of regulatory frameworks, a clear understanding of permitting processes, and a commitment to effective mitigation and compliance strategies. Read this article to learn about the Isolated Wetland Individual Permit, wetland mitigation requirements, and regulatory guidance for developers and companies.

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Update: Biodiversity Loss – The Urgent Need to Take Action

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Update: Biodiversity Loss – The Urgent Need to Take Action

Over half of global GDP depends on high functioning biodiversity and ecosystem services. However, only around 25% of companies at high or medium risk from biodiversity loss currently disclose that risk in their corporate reporting. Read this post to learn about the initiatives aimed at reversing the biodiversity crisis and the new biodiversity reporting options in sustainability disclosures.

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The Accelerating ESG Disclosure Landscape

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The Accelerating ESG Disclosure Landscape

Staying abreast of ESG disclosure requirements will help organizations to prepare and stay ahead of the ESG reporting curve. Read this post to learn which GHG disclosure system is best and what areas companies will be asked to report on next: waste generation and biodiversity impact.

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