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The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastBeyond ASTM ESAs: Why Asbestos, Lead & Mold Still Matter with Regulation UpdateSend us a textJoin us this month as host Alan Agadoni interviews Tom Laubenthal, subject matter expert in environmental consulting with specialties in asbestos and lead-based paint. Tune in to learn about how ASTM transformed the screening process for risks like asbestos, lead-based paint, lead in drinking water, and mold/IAQ, known as beyond the scope of CERCLA. Plus, learn about the process for how EPs can avoid liability and protect the health and safety of their team and building occupants by keeping up to date with these “non-scope considerations.” To read more about these...
2025-02-0430 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastAnthony Buonicore on Life, BEPIE, and the Pursuit of HappinessSend us a textIn this month’s episode, LightBox host Alan Agadoni interviews Anthony Buonicore, Chairman of Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, Inc., and the Task Group Chair for ASTM E3224-19, Standard Guide for Building Energy Performance and Improvement Evaluation in the Assessment of Property Condition. Tune in as they discuss how Anthony got his start, the intent and differences between the older BEPA standard and a BEPIE, and the current state of energy efficiency in Commercial Real Estate. 0:58 Anthony Buonicore’s background and professional accomplishments 5:56 The inspiration behind EDR, running dual businesses, and the major...
2025-01-0744 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastNew ASTM Certification for EPs Conducting Phase I ESAsSend us a textPublished in early November, the new ASTM Certified Environmental Professional Program is designed to prepare EPs with the tools they need to succeed in conducting Phase I ESAs. In this month’s episode, LightBox host Alan Agadoni interviews Brittney Gibson and David Von Glahn about the details of the program, including preparation, registration, and the rigor of the course. 0:30 Panelist intro and introduction to ESA training and certification programs 1:53 Goals and details of new ASTM Certified Environmental Professional Program 6:50 Differentiators of Environmental Liability Professional Level 1 Program 7:56 Who is this new program appropriate for an...
2024-12-0327 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastHolly Neber Introduces New Property Resilience Assessment StandardSend us a textRight before the ASTM standard for Property Resilience (ASTM E3429) was published, LightBox’s Alan Agadoni interviewed Holly Neber, CEO of AEI Consultants. Tune into this month’s episode to catch up on how the new Property Resilience Assessment standard was established and what the opportunities are for environmental professionals. Plus, Holly shares some tips and tricks for those curious about breaking into the field and bulking up their experience. Holly mentioned a few great resources in this episode. Check them out below: The CRE Weekly Digest: CRE Market: Recalibrating Invest...
2024-11-0741 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastExperts React to 2024 PFAS Benchmark Survey: The Road to ConsensusSend us a textIn this month's episode, our host Alan Agadoni, SVP Environmental Due Diligence solutions at LightBox, and a panel of experts discuss results from LightBox's 2024 PFAS Due Diligence Benchmark Survey. On our panel is Georgie Nugent, Environmental Division Director at McFarland Johnson, Jon Kitchen, who is a Principal at Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc., and Victor DeTroy, National Practice Leader, Due Diligence Services, AEI Consultants. They discuss trends in the data and whether the industry has reached a consensus on how to conduct and interpret the results of PFAS due diligence for commercial real estate...
2024-10-0846 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastKey Updates and Insights on Forestland Due Diligence with Matt LeshSend us a textIn this month’s episode, Alan Agadoni, SVP Environmental Due Diligence Solutions at LightBox, talks with Matt Lesh, Chair of the ASTM E2247-23 Task Group and Professional Geologist at SLR International Corporation. They discuss the latest updates to the ASTM standard for Environmental Site Assessments on forestland and rural properties, how it compares to E1527, and the recent EPA recognition of E2247-23 for CERCLA’s All Appropriate Inquiries.00:35 Meet Matt Lesh: From Geologist to Task Group Chair02:14 The Evolution of Timberland Assessments05:59 Key Differences Between Stan...
2024-08-2930 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastJim Bartlett Explains: ASTM, PCAs, and the future of CRE Due Diligence StandardsSend us a textThis month, host Alan Agadoni talks to Jim Bartlett, Senior Vice President at Bureau Veritas, about the latest ASTM standard developments, updates to key due diligence guidelines, and the introduction of new standards for PCA, ADA, and drone assessments.00:11 Meet Jim Bartlett: Insights on ASTM Standards01:51 Understanding ASTM Committees and Standards07:44 Key Changes in ASTM Standards09:21 Deep Dive into Property Condition Assessments (PCA)17:10 Upcoming ASTM Standards and Innovations26:50 The Future of ASTM Standards with Emerging Technologies
2024-08-0632 min
The Environmental Due Diligence PodcastWhat's Next for PFAS and CERCLA?Send us a textJoin our host Alan Agadoni, SVP Environmental Due Diligence Solutions at LightBox, as he talks to Pat Larkin, Attorney Clark Hill Public Strategies, and Andy Basehoar, Site Remediation Program Manager TTI Environmental, about what's next for PFAS and CERCLA.
2024-06-1334 min