Insights Blog
Points of clarification needed from PHMSA on its proposed pipeline safety rules
September 21, 2023
In May of 2023, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) published a series of proposals that, as written, would impose specific technical standards for leak detection and repair (LDAR) equipment.
Permit Compliance: What You Need to Know for a Smooth Regulatory Process
June 13, 2023
Learn from Meredith Boyer about how businesses are deconstructing their complex permit requirements into actionable tasks and managing their completion and closure through Benchmark Gensuite’s Compliance Assurance digital solution.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 22, 2023
APPI History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. In celebration, Montrose is proud to highlight team members and share what APPI History Month means to our team. Meet some of our amazing team members!
The Ten Things Brownfield Developers Need to Know about Vapor Intrusion
May 19, 2023
The Federal Infrastructure Act is providing renewed and increased incentives for the redevelopment of brownfield sites, both urban and rural. Read what our Montrose experts say are the the ten things brownfield developers need to know about vapor intrusion.
Monitor and Manage Methane Emissions with SEMTECH® HI-FLOW 2 from Sensors, Inc.
May 9, 2023
For more than half a century, Sensors, Inc. has been known for its high-quality gas emission and particulate measurement products under the SEMTECH® brand in the automotive industry. Recently, the company has expanded its expertise into the oil and gas industry.
Wastewater Lagoon Repair and Refurbishment – 9 Facts You Should Know
April 12, 2023
With recent developments and a significant focus on the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) the status and compliance of wastewater lagoons have become a hot topic and an area of concern for organizations administering lagoons. Here are 9 facts you should know.
How to Prepare for Comprehensive Performance Tests (CPTs)
March 9, 2023
We all know that Comprehensive Performance Tests (CPTs) are required to measure emissions from your CFR 40 Part 63 Subpart EEE units that are released into the air and set operating parameter limits (OPLs) for daily operations. However, since these tests can be expensive and time-consuming, here’s how you can make the most of your investment.
2 Key Insights from MINE Exchange 2023
March 9, 2023
Our Air Quality Testing experts Bob Thomas and Timothy Wojtach recently attended MINE Exchange 2023 in Denver, Colorado. This conference represented a great opportunity to connect with clients and discuss current air testing challenges and obstacles.
Women’s History Month & International Women’s Day 2023
March 8, 2023
Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society and is observed annually in the month of March. It is observed in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, corresponding with International Women’s Day on March 8. In celebration, Montrose is proud to highlight team members and share what Women’s History and International Women’s Day mean to our team. Meet some of our amazing team members.
Black History Month 2023
February 24, 2023
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and Canadians and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. and Canadian history. In celebration, Montrose is proud to highlight team members and share what Black History Month means to our team. Meet some of our amazing team members!
The American Rescue Plan (APR): Improving Community Air Quality
October 3, 2022
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) American Rescue Plan (ARP) has allocated $20 million of funding to help local communities monitor their air quality, which is the largest contribution of community-based air quality monitoring funding in history. Montrose’s Real Time Platform is a cost-efficient resource to direct this funding.
YYYY: Recapping the Tests and Looking Ahead
August 29, 2022
Montrose can help owners and operators of stationary combustion turbines collect emission samples and demonstrate YYYY compliance before or on the September 5, 2022 deadline. We can also help these companies adapt to the progressive regulatory environment efficiently and cost-effectively.
West Virginia v. EPA: Changes on the Road to GHG Reductions
August 1, 2022
In a 6-3 decision last month, the Supreme Court ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) which had proposed to set up a program to regulate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from power plants, in a manner that would have required “restructuring the Nation’s overall mix of electricity generation to transition from 38% to 27% coal by 2030”.
2022 Upcoming US EPA and CARB Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reporting and Verification Deadlines
February 22, 2022
As 2021 begins, remember that GHG emissions reports required under the USEPA and various California Air Resources Board (CARB) programs will be due over the coming months, as well as GHG emissions report verifications.
US EPA Announces OTM-46, an Alternative for EPA Method 23 – What Does this Mean for You?
February 22, 2022
On February 1, 2022 the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) announced new sampling and analytical methods for stationary sources – Other Test Method 46 (OTM-46) a measurement of Polychlorinated Dibenzo-p-Dioxins/Polychlorinated Dibenzofurans (Dioxins/Furans), Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB), and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH).
Limestone Industry Association Requests Voluntary Emissions Testing from Member Facilities — Here’s What You Should Know.
February 15, 2022
As federal regulations for Ethylene Oxide (EtO) continue to form, some states are taking action before the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) does.
Dairy Manure to RNG – We want to meet your cows!
February 2, 2022
When it comes to agricultural waste, we’re experienced. We’re knowledgeable. We are problem-solvers who aren’t afraid to color outside the lines. What we feel truly sets us apart is that we don’t rely on the digital space to start a project.
What You Can Do Now to Prevent Ethylene Oxide Issues in the Future
January 31, 2022
EPA has been expanding their attention from sterilizers to other facilities with EtO emissions. Chemical companies that use EtO as a reagent to make their products are getting attention from their communities, local agencies, and the EPA.
Why Ethylene Oxide Matters
January 18, 2022
Prolonged exposure to ethylene oxide (EtO) can be particularly harmful to humans – causing cancer and other diseases. EtO is a flammable, colorless gas used in the production of other chemicals needed for products like antifreeze, textiles, plastics, detergents, and adhesives.
Recent New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Administrative Order Raises Uncertainty Among Affected Facilities Within Overburdened Communities
December 15, 2021
NJDEP AO 2021-25 pushes forward with environmental justice reviews – What facilities/industry need to know about this development.
Tracking Three New Compounds in Cement Plants
October 18, 2021
After expanding the pending reconsideration of the Portland Cement (PC) NESHAP Risk and Technology Review (RTR), the EPA is working with the environmental testing industry to develop a test plan to collect emissions data for three pollutants
The EPAs 2015 Petroleum Refinery Sector Rule Still Remains Impactful for Facilities from Other Sectors
August 12, 2021
For implementing effective pilot or compliance benzene fenceline monitoring programs, here is a breakdown of what you need to know about these programs and how to avoid the consequences of inadequate preparation.
What Methods and Regulations Accept FTIR Analysis?
August 10, 2021
FTIR is a powerful tool for analyzing organic and inorganic compounds and emissions. As the Canadian federal and provincial regulatory bodies focus on improving the health of our environment, conceivably more new methods and regulations can be implemented for FTIR use.
South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 2305 – Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions (WAIRE) Program
August 3, 2021
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) adopted Rule 2305 in April of 2021. The rule is expected to reduce smog-forming emissions by 10-15% from warehouse-related sources beyond existing State and Federal regulatory requirements.
What It Takes to Overcome the Fear of Changing LDAR Contractors and Databases
August 3, 2021
If you’re thinking about changing your current LDAR contractor and/or upgrading to what you hope will be a better data management system, but you find yourself hesitating due to an uncertainty regarding the work involved and potential missteps along the way, then keep reading.
What’s New in Washington: Newly Released EPA Regulations and What They Mean For You
July 21, 2021
From phasing down hydrofluorocarbons to reducing pollution emitted by power plants and prioritizing the PFAS Action Plan, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has had a consistent drumbeat of announcements to tackle the climate crisis.
What Colorado’s Regulation 7 Continuous Monitoring Reporting Requirements Mean for Your Team
June 14, 2021
This article addresses the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requirements for Regulation 7 continuous monitoring programs and how these reporting requirements can affect your current monitoring program. Find out how to generate an efficient and acceptable report to stay in compliance without spending more time and money than necessary.
A Fun Day for the Montrose Team at the Annual A&WMA Golf Tournament
June 3, 2021
Montrose and other organizations shared a day in the sun playing golf and catching up at this year’s A&WMA Golf Tournament. Friends, food, and healthy competition helped to make this event memorable and the perfect networking opportunity for years to come.
Marrying Different Technologies for Upstream Oil and Gas Methane Inventories
April 9, 2021
More than 150 experts with high-level government experience composed a series of memos to assist the incoming Biden Administration by delivering actionable advice for a rapid-start, whole-of-government climate response.
Implications of Second Round of Statewide PFAS Drinking Water Sampling in Pennsylvania
March 29, 2021
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) announced the results of the second round of statewide Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) sampling for six PFAS chemicals in drinking water in order to determine contamination levels.
Guide to 2021 Environmental Reporting Deadlines: US EPA and Mountain States
February 22, 2021
It’s a new reporting year and time to plan for environmental reporting and compliance deadlines. The following deadlines and reports are requirements under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and various state-specific environmental agencies in the mountain states region.
Guide to 2021 Environmental Reporting Deadlines: US EPA and Gulf Coast Region
February 22, 2021
It’s a new reporting year and time to plan for environmental reporting and compliance deadlines. The following deadlines and reports are requirements under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and various state-specific environmental agencies in the Gulf Coast Region.
Guide to 2021 Environmental Reporting Deadlines: US EPA and Southeastern US
February 15, 2021
It’s a new reporting year and time to plan for environmental reporting and compliance deadlines. The following deadlines and reports are requirements under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and various state-specific environmental agencies.
Introducing the New Wave of Monitoring Innovation at Colorado Technology Demo Day
February 10, 2021
Since Colorado will see new regulations for air monitoring requirements in 2021, Montrose Ambient Air Monitoring Services hosted the Colorado Technology Demo Day to introduce members of the Colorado Oil and Gas Industry to the latest innovations in monitoring technology.
2021 Upcoming US EPA and CARB Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reporting and Verification Deadlines
February 8, 2021
As 2021 begins, remember that GHG emissions reports required under the USEPA and various California Air Resources Board (CARB) programs will be due over the coming months, as well as GHG emissions report verifications.
2021 Upcoming California Air Resources Board (CARB) Reporting Deadlines
January 27, 2021
As 2021 begins, remember that several reports required under various California Air Resources Board (CARB) programs will be due over the coming months. If your company has mobile equipment in California subject to these regulations, be sure to get these reports submitted by their deadlines!
TSCA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) Season is here. Have you started yet?
January 20, 2021
In September, new updates were adopted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Air Quality Control Commission’s Regulation 7 requirements. These critical updates primarily affect continuous emissions monitoring around new oil and natural gas drilling operations.
Key Takeaways from Colorado’s Regulation 7 Updates
January 11, 2021
In September, new updates were adopted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Air Quality Control Commission’s Regulation 7 requirements. These critical updates primarily affect continuous emissions monitoring around new oil and natural gas drilling operations.
New Methods for PFAS Testing in Air and Exhaust Gases Are Underway
December 3, 2020
The EPA currently has no published test methods for determining the concentration of PFAS in a gas matrix. This represents a critical opportunity since air and stack testing can operate as a way to demonstrate the efficiency and effectiveness of water and soil testing.
EPA Finalizes Revisions to NSR Project Emissions Accounting (Step 1)
November 12, 2020
On October 22, 2020, EPA issued the final rule regarding project emissions accounting in New Source Review (NSR) permitting. This new approach will potentially allow companies to avoid NSR applicability for projects that would have previously required PSD or NNSR permitting or would not have been feasible.
EPA’s Discretionary COVID-19 Enforcement Policy – Ends August 31, 2020
August 27, 2020
In this blog, we share important, time-sensitive updates regarding EPA’s temporary relaxed enforcement provisions. If you aren’t already aware, this policy is ending on August 31st. If you have questions as to what this means for your business, read on!
EPA Reclassifies Five Major Cities From Moderate To Serious Nonattainment For 2008 Federal Ozone Standard
September 1, 2019
On August 23, 2019, EPA published a final action in the Federal Register that determined five major cities – Chicago, Dallas, Houston-Galveston, New York and San Diego – failed to attain the 2008 federal ozone standard (0.075 ppm) by the attainment date of July 20, 2018.
Proposed Amendments To Engine Test Cells/Stands National Emission Standards For Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)
August 1, 2019
On April 26, 2019, EPA proposed to amend the 2003 NESHAP for Engine Test Cells/Stands. The rule applies to major sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) that operate engine test cells/stands to test uninstalled internal combustion engines (ICEs) rated at 25 hp (19 kW) or higher.
USEPA Final Hazardous Waste Pharmaceutical Rule
March 1, 2019
US EPA’s Final Rule creating new management standards for hazardous waste pharmaceuticals titled “Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals and Amendment to the P075 Listing for Nicotine,” appeared in the Federal Register, February 22, 2019.