by Caltha, LLP | Sep 8, 2026 | Due Diligence, Environmental Site Assessment, Hazardous Materials
Environmental due diligence has always been a critical part of commercial real estate transactions, but in 2026, lenders are applying more scrutiny than ever before. Updated ASTM standards, emerging contaminants, and increased regulatory enforcement have changed what...
by Caltha, LLP | Aug 17, 2026 | Caltha LLP Services, Hazardous Materials
Hazardous material storage is one of the most heavily enforced areas of fire code compliance in 2026. Fire departments across the U.S. are conducting more inspections, issuing more citations, and requiring more documentation than ever before. Facilities that store...
by Caltha, LLP | Aug 12, 2026 | EPCRA, Hazardous Materials, Industrial Wastewater, OSHA, Spill Prevention, Stormwater, Training, TSCA, UST, Waste, Water
Environmental compliance requirements continue to evolve, and 2026 has brought a noticeable increase in inspections, enforcement actions, and documentation requests across the United States. Facilities in manufacturing, warehousing, food processing, chemical...
by Caltha, LLP | Aug 12, 2026 | Due Diligence, Environmental Review, Environmental Site Assessment, Hazardous Materials
Environmental due diligence has changed dramatically in recent years, and one of the biggest drivers is the rise of PFAS and other emerging contaminants. Once overlooked, PFAS is now one of the most scrutinized environmental risks in real estate transactions,...
by Caltha, LLP | May 12, 2026 | Caltha LLP Services, Due Diligence, Environmental Site Assessment
When buying, selling, or developing property in Minnesota, understanding the environmental condition of the land is crucial. A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) helps identify potential contamination risks before they become costly problems. If you own or...
