Speakers: Andrew Gowen, ECS, Dana Spontak, ECS, Noelle Crowley, AECOM
Abstract: Staying ahead of environmental regulations is crucial for successful project planning, design, and construction. This presentation will cover key updates that could significantly impact projects, including regulations for long-eared bats and butterfly habitats, the rising costs and scarcity of wetland mitigation credits, recent changes to Virginia’s stormwater regulations, and evolving groundwater management requirements for contaminated sites. Attendees will also gain insights into how Department of Defense project requirements differ from public projects and learn strategies to better navigate these environmental challenges. Proper planning can mean the difference between smooth project execution and costly delays—don’t let shifting regulations catch you off guard!