Environmental Due Diligence & Consulting Services Resource Center
Educational articles and technical guidance covering Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, ASTM E1527-21, Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs), commercial real estate due diligence, and environmental risk considerations.
When Does a Phase I ESA Lead to a Phase II ESA?
Not every Phase I Environmental Site Assessment leads to additional investigation. Learn when environmental concerns, Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs), historical property uses, and lender requirements may trigger a Phase II ESA.
What Are Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs)?
Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) are one of the most important findings in a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. Learn what RECs are, how they are identified, and what they may mean for environmental due diligence, property acquisitions, and future site investigations.
What Is ASTM E1527-21?
ASTM E1527-21 is the current standard for performing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in commercial real estate transactions. Learn what the standard requires, what changed from ASTM E1527-13, how Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) are identified, and why ASTM-compliant environmental due diligence helps buyers, lenders, developers, and attorneys make informed decisions before closing.
Understanding Environmental Due Diligence Processes
Environmental Due Diligence (EDD) helps buyers, lenders, developers, and property owners identify potential environmental risks before completing a transaction. Learn how Phase I ESAs, Phase II ESAs, regulatory compliance, and environmental risk assessments support informed decisions and help prevent costly surprises.
Phase I ESA Guide: Process, Requirements, Findings & Next Steps
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment helps identify potential environmental risks associated with commercial real estate transactions. Learn how Phase I ESAs support environmental due diligence, lender requirements, and informed property acquisition decisions.
How to Choose a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Company
Not all Phase I ESA firms offer the same level of experience, responsiveness, or commercial real estate expertise. Learn how lenders, developers, attorneys, investors, and property owners evaluate Phase I Environmental Site Assessment companies and environmental due diligence consultants.