Author Archives: Jordan Schmidt

ASTM and the development of environmental standards

  ASTM International, previously known as American Society for Testing and Materials, is an organization charged with facilitating the development of voluntary consensus standards. Although “American” is at the root of the organization’s name, over 12,000 standards have been created … Continue reading

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MIT researchers separate oil from water with magnets

  Since the BP oil spill in April 2010, there has been increased focus and debate on offshore drilling, including the economic and environmental impacts it presents. Although the United States has significant, proven onshore energy reserves at various shale … Continue reading

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Video demo: Point search vs. boundary search

  Have you ever wondered why there are multiple search buffers displayed in ASTM radius maps? Read this post to find out why. When conducting ESAs on large or irregular-shaped properties, it is important that you search the entire target … Continue reading

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Digital data allows new perspective on ESA investigations

  When conducting a Phase I Site Assessment, environmental professionals (EPs) are required to conduct a review of historical sources to determine the past-use history of a property and surrounding areas. These historical sources can aid in determining if there … Continue reading

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Three tips for quickly locating, mapping, and sharing any place on Earth.

  Have you ever attempted to identify the location of your target property but found it difficult because you lack the resources? If so, you may have also realized that it can be equally challenging to communicate your location with … Continue reading

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Introducing Environmental Prose: Insights on environmental due diligence

Hello! I see you are reading our new blog – you have excellent taste. Now that you’re here, you’re probably wondering what this is all about. A few of us at Banks wanted to create a platform where we can … Continue reading

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