4 The Record is a publication from ALL4’s team that takes an in-depth look at technical and regulatory topics.
Phases of a Digital Solutions Project
Posted: March 19th, 2025
A project to select, configure, and implement a new digital tool can be a long and complex process. A general understanding of the process of implementing these projects can help staff that do not have an IT background (such as […]
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Waters of the United States Reconsidered
Posted: March 19th, 2025
he United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA), in a press release on March 12, 2025, announced the decision to review the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The U.S. […]
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PFAS: State-by-State Regulatory Update (March 2025 Revision)
Posted: March 13th, 2025
Welcome back to the 2025 edition of the ALL4 state-by-state per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) update. A lot has changed over the past year in both the federal and state regulatory landscape. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) has […]
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Supreme Court Limits Clean Water Act
Posted: March 12th, 2025
The Clean Water Act (CWA) gives the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) the authority to impose requirements on facilities that wish to discharge “pollutants” into the waters of the United States. These requirements are in the form of National […]
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Colorado Adopts Final Revisions to Regulation Number 7 to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Midstream Segment Fuel Combustion
Posted: March 12th, 2025
In response to a directive to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the midstream segment oil and gas operations, Colorado’s Air Quality Control Commission (Commission) adopted final revisions to its Air Regulation Number 7. These revisions focus on regulating emissions […]
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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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