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The National Environmental Policy Act (#NEPA) requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of proposed projects prior to making decisions. Federal or state funding may be available to move forward with public projects that raise environmental concerns – and a team of experts can help identify your options. Find out more in our latest article:

Congratulations to FCS’s Walnut Creek office on our California Green Business re-certification! The goal of the certification is to encourage businesses to prevent #pollution, save water, conserve energy, and operate more sustainably. This would not have been possible if it weren't for our team and their efforts in reducing the environmental impact at the Walnut Creek office. Re-certifying with the California Green Business Network highlights their efforts in promoting a #sustainable lifestyle and ensures our operations are contributing to a greener future. ♻ Islay Morrison, Henrique Carneiro Zhu, Zach Landucci #sustainableworkplace #greenfuture #teamwork

“In the two years following the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, well over 300 significant clean energy projects have been announced, marking a transformative period in the U.S. economy.” The proposed projects are estimated to generate more than $126 billion in investments. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gaWEwfzq #IRA #cleanenergy

FCS was selected to provide a scope of work that included a range of environmental compliance and natural resources permitting support for the Dogtown Road Bridge Crossings. Our team prepared a #CEQA compliant Initial Study for all three bridges: https://lnkd.in/gMGwY5g4

In a previous post we discussed how in California, Caltrans utilizes a Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) to determine the appropriate level of environmental review required under #NEPA. Filling out a PES form requires a thorough understanding of not only the proposed project, but also the potential environmental impacts, completed tests and analyses, and available mitigation opportunities. While the exact format and requirements may vary, completing the #PES form generally entails: ➡️Providing detailed project information ➡️Identifying environmental resources ➡️Assessing potential environmental impacts ➡️Identifying #mitigation measures ➡️Describing public and agency coordinating efforts ➡️Expertly reviewing documentation before form submittal Learn how we analyze PES findings and review mitigation opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/gnkB8sb9

Cities are frequently cash constrained and may face challenges when considering how to finance major public improvement projects. Firms like FCS have relationships with #funding entities and deep knowledge of where grant funding opportunities exist – as well as how to write a successful grant application that checks all the boxes. #NEPA funding varies depending on the project and its goals, but in our blog, written by Senior Vice President Mary Bean, she shares examples of federal funding avenues your #sustainability team may explore: https://lnkd.in/gvrqEf3U

Twelve years ago, Mary Bean joined FCS. Since then, her leadership has propelled us through over 450 projects, leaving an unmistakable and transformative impact on our company. Upon her recent promotion to Senior Vice President, we sat down with Mary to discuss her time at FCS, current industry updates, what she looks forward to for the future, and more in our latest article below: #meettheteam #NEPA #CEQA

Biological consultants protect Mojave Desert #tortoises from potentially harmful projects by determining their presence on project sites, assessing project effects, and sometimes translocating tortoises from project development areas. FCS #biologists can conduct technical studies and documentation, acquire project permits, and implement minimization and #monitoring measures for any project involving Mojave Desert tortoises. Find out more in our blog written by Principal Biologist Michael Tuma: https://lnkd.in/gXsY-i9B

"The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has injected $10.6 million into the San Francisco Bay Area’s watershed protection efforts, marking a significant boost for local environmental initiatives. The San Francisco Estuary Partnership (SFEP), a collaborative entity hosted by the Association of Bay Area Governments, secured these grants to advance projects in Hayward, Richmond, San Pablo, and North Richmond." The Wildcat Creek project aims to remove 50,000 cubic yards of sediment, significantly reducing flood risk in low-elevation communities. Find out more about the watershed projects here: https://lnkd.in/gU5Q5kBC #greeninfrastructure #SanFrancisco #EPA

The National Environmental Protection Act (#NEPA) requires agencies to consider the environmental impacts of any proposed action or project before a decision is made. Projects involving federal aid or permitting typically fall under the NEPA regulatory umbrella, including infrastructure #development and resource management initiatives. In #California, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of California’s state highway system and other transportation-related projects. Caltrans utilizes a Preliminary Environmental Study (PES), found in Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) Form 6-A, to determine the appropriate level of environmental review required under NEPA. Learn more in our recent article written by Mary Bean, Senior Vice President for Environmental Services: https://lnkd.in/gnkB8sb9