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Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (GVMC) teamed up with the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum and KERAMIDA for the West Michigan Climate Action Forums, which consisted of three separate community engagement sessions spread out across West Michigan. Residents, leaders, and stakeholders came together to shape GVMC’s Preliminary Climate Action Plan. We discussed ideas and strategies to cut down on greenhouse gases in the region that will help to develop a Preliminary Climate Action Plan slated for submission to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 2024. The plan will cover the four-county region of West Michigan, including Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, and Ottawa Counties.
KERAMIDA compiled and shared the input we received from the public engagement sessions with the three advisory committees that are assisting GVMC in creating the West Michigan Climate Action Plan. The valuable input received from all the attendees of the community engagement sessions has helped shape the Preliminary Climate Action Plan. We want to express our gratitude to the US Environmental Protection Agency for their funding and guidance, without which this plan would not have been possible.
Dr. Becky Twohey, KERAMIDA's Vice President of ESG Strategy, Planning and Reporting briefly discusses how the ESG reporting landscape has changed and what it may look like for businesses in 2024. Learn more about KERAMIDA's ESG Reporting Services.
Take a break, grab a coffee, and enjoy the insights and laughs as our team members tackle some rapid-fire questions. We had a blast putting this together, and we hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed making it!
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Dan Engling, Vice President of Safety and Industrial Health Services at KERAMIDA, highlights the rapid evolution of the Industrial Hygiene field. He notes that technology is keeping pace with the industry, signaling heightened awareness and a more comprehensive approach to worker well-being in Industrial Hygiene.
Here is what KERAMIDA's EHS and Sustainability professionals have to say about working for Dr. Vicky Keramida.
KERAMIDA is your comprehensive environmental consulting partner for the midstream oil and gas industry. Our dedicated team of qualified biologists, inspectors, and engineers is committed to meeting our clients' needs.
Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) work to not only reduce flooding but to protect and preserve the quality of our downstream aquatic resources. Stormwater BMPs help to reduce stormwater runoff, which decreases sediment and nutrient transport, prevents streambank erosion, and recharges groundwater. As land development increases throughout the U.S. and government regulators continue to tighten standards, effective stormwater management practices are crucial not only for compliance but also for protecting our aquatic resources.
KERAMIDA offers a full suite of ecological management and regulatory compliance consulting to help navigate your construction project from start to finish through Section 401 and 404 Clean Water Act compliance.
Our clients range from commercial property owners to private businesses and large public entities. Our team of scientists are trained in ecology, biology, and soil science and are ready to tackle any environmental compliance hurdles your projects may face – no matter what the project size.
Our Sustainable Sports Strategies team, led by former collegiate and professional athletes, provides sustainability consulting services to sports organizations. Hear KERAMIDA’s Captain Maddy Williams, MBA, Senior Sustainability Analyst, discuss the value that sustainable practices can add to your organization and how the KERAMIDA team can help you set, measure, and achieve your goals.
Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. Join us for an insightful talk with Amber Greaney, Livable City Solutions Manager at KERAMIDA, as she delves into the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability.
In this enlightening discussion, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments in sustainability. This talk sheds light on crucial topics such as essential regulations and vendor requests that demand your attention and how they may influence your company's sustainability strategy. Discover the significance of Climate Scenario Analysis and who will be mandated to undertake it, as well as the growing importance of climate transition plans, driven by investor demands. Additionally, Ms. Greaney provides a clear breakdown of the distinctions between carbon offsets and Renewable Energy Credits (RECs).
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Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. KERAMIDA's John Young, Senior Project Manager of Land Services, discusses the hot topic of PFAS and gives a brief introduction to per and poly fluoralkyl substances before providing an update into regulatory action.
At the federal level, the EPA has been using a systematic approach to building policy and precedent to protect public health and the environment from effects of PFAS exposure. This is notably marked by the 2021 release of the PFAS Strategic Roadmap. From there the EPA has established health advisory limits, Maximum Contaminant Level Goals (MCLGs), and proposed Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for drinking water standards.
The EPA has also proposed several PFAS species as hazardous substances under CERCLA. On the state level, IDEM is not stepping out of line with federal action by passing any legislation more restrictive or protective than the federal government. IDEM is adding species of PFAS to the R2 Published Level Tables as toxicological data becomes available. IDEM also recently completed analysis of many public drinking water suppliers throughout Indiana in preparation of MCL rules which will limit the amount of PFAS acceptable in drinking water supplies. More rules and regulations surrounding this emerging contaminant of concern are sure to follow.
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Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. In this talk, KERAMIDA's Dan Engling, Vice President of Safety and Industrial Health Services, discusses the OSHA National Emphasis Program and its implications for your business.
From identifying high-risk industries to understanding enforcement strategies and proposed revisions, this talk provides a comprehensive overview of some of the nuances of non-regulated safety hazards and OSHA's efforts to enforce via the General Duty Clause.
KERAMIDA's wealth of expertise will guide you through best practices and offer practical tips to ensure compliance with changing OSHA standards. Whether you're a safety professional, business owner, or simply curious about workplace safety, this presentation is a must-watch.
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Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. In this presentation, KERAMIDA's Kathy Moore, Vice President of Air Services, breaks down the proposed revisions to air emissions reporting requirements in 2023.
What's changing? This talk covers the key amendments and their potential impact on industries including electronic reporting, provisions to reduce the burden on small businesses, the proposed Phase-In of stationary point source reporting, and much more!
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Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. Explore the critical topic of workplace violence prevention in this insightful talk by KERAMIDA's Carson Brown, Senior Project Manager, Safety and Industrial Health Services. In today's dynamic work environments, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees is paramount. Join us as we delve into the nuances of workplace violence, discussing its various forms and the importance of proactive measures including the development of a comprehensive workplace violence plan.
Keeping your workplace violence prevention plan up-to-date with evolving regulations can be difficult. At KERAMIDA, we understand the significance of a comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Plan. Our experienced team can assist your company in developing a tailored plan that addresses your unique risks and challenges. A comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Plan includes a thorough risk assessment, tailored training programs, emergency response planning, and Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED).
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Indiana has not updated its Industrial Stormwater Discharge General Permit “Rule 6” regulations since 2003. This presentation summarizes what IDEM (Indiana Department of Environmental Management) has been doing in the past couple of years to update its program. At a national and state level, additions have been made in the last 20 years to the regulatory framework for manufacturers and other parts of the supply chain regarding stormwater monitoring and quality standards. In 2021, the EPA issued its Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) and many states have used that as a guide to update their general permits.
Likewise, Indiana is in the process of updating its stormwater permitting requirements. In July 2022, a draft permit was sent to EPA. Between October 2022 and March 2023, IDEM collaborated with a workgroup of interested parties to further refine the draft permit. A revised draft permit will be provided to EPA again prior to putting the draft permit out for public comment. The public comment phase will occur in 2024, followed by issuance of the final permit. Potential changes in the current Indiana general permit include monitoring for additional pollutants and more frequent monitoring. The additional pollutants will be specific to the permittee’s business sector (i.e. SIC code). Regardless of the sector, the permittee will need to compare their monitoring results to numerical benchmarks. If the benchmarks are exceeded, the permittee will be required to implement corrective measures with the goal of lowering the concentrations in the runoff and achieving the benchmark levels. Success in the quality improvements will be based on quarterly sampling that must continue until the benchmark goals are achieved. Permittees will also need to know more about the stream that receives their stormwater. Is the stream an “impaired water”? Is there a TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load)? These designations are made by IDEM and are longstanding programs in the agency’s management of waters of the state. However, the new General Permit will be the first widespread application of these programs to stormwater runoff from industrial sites. KERAMIDA’s forecast? The IDEM Stormwater General Permit for Industrial Activities will be on the Bestsellers Reading list for Environmental Managers in 2024.
KERAMIDA’s recommendations? Before the permit is issued, identify your 1) sector, 2) benchmarks, and 3) receiving water status. Then determine how you may be impacted by the new permit requirements.
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Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. Join us for an insightful talk with Nick McCreary, KERAMIDA's Vice President of Sustainability and Climate Services, where he discusses Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions accounting basics.
This talk dives into the importance of GHG emissions accounting, Climate Action Planning, and Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
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Welcome to the 2023 "Day at the Park" EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. In this talk, KERAMIDA's Mike Devir, Senior Engineer of Land Services, and Brian Harrington, Senior Vice President of Land Services, discuss the specifics of Indiana's Risk-Based Closure Guide (R2) and Companion Program Guides. This talk outlines the primary and notable updates to the guides, including vapor intrusion and contaminated soil policies.
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Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. According to the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures, one of the most significant and misunderstood risks that organizations face today relates to climate change. While it is widely recognized that continued greenhouse gas emissions will cause further warming of the planet and this warming could lead to damaging effects, the exact timing and magnitude of physical and transitional effects are difficult to estimate and related to the actions that we take today to reduce emissions.
In this presentation, Anastasia Kyrmanidou, Ph.D., Senior Sustainability Analyst at KERAMIDA, discusses different categories of climate-related risks and opportunities, recognizes how climate risks can create financial risk, explains the importance of reporting on climate-related issues that companies face today, and outlines the process for assessing climate-related issues now and into the future.
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