The road to brownfields redevelopment can be complex, EPA outlines the entire process here. Investigating and cleaning up contamination at a brownfield property is critical to returning a property to beneficial use. This work can be as simple as an assessment that finds no contamination, or as lengthy as remedial investigations and complex cleanup. As your technical assistance provider CCLR helps you navigate the site assessment & cleanup processes to protect human health and the environment.
Schedule a meeting to tell us more about what phase your project is in and what support you need! Then, we’ll connect you to our environmental consultants who provide expert insights free of charge.
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Getting the job done:
- Understand options for abatement, cleanup, and reuse
- Communicate results to the community
Sebastian Harrison, PE
Brownfield Revitalization Specialist
Sebastian joined CCLR with 7 years of experience in Chemical Industry helping to cleanup and redevelop contaminated sites. He has expertise in sustainability, including brownfield revitalization, waste management, environmental policy, solar implementation, and life cycle analysis. He plays a key role in managing the Equitable Community Revitalization Grant, aiding applicants and grantees in planning and executing brownfield projects. Sebastian assists in designing budgets aligned with remediation success and provides expertise on Sustainable Remediation.
Janet Naito
Brownfield Revitalization Specialist
Janet has over 30 years of experience working with local, State and Federal government agencies, communities and private stakeholders to restore properties for productive use. Prior to joining CCLR, she managed a branch within the California Department of Toxic Substances Control’s Brownfields and Environmental Restoration Program.
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