A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment, or Phase II ESA, is conducted to confirm the presence or absence of environmental impacts identified during the Phase I ESA. The investigation provides the data necessary to evaluate environmental risks, determine regulatory compliance, and support informed decisions regarding acquisition/divestiture, redevelopment, financing, or ongoing operations.
PEC's (PEC's) Phase II ESAs are designed to meet a wide variety of customer needs. We assist:
Our team follows the ASTM E1903-19 Standard Practice for Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, combined with state and local regulatory guidance.
Review of Phase I ESA findings and RECs; coordination with the client to align objectives, budget, and schedule; evaluation of geology, hydrogeology, and potential contaminant migration pathways; development of a Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP) and Health and Safety Plan (HASP).
Based on site-specific conditions and identified RECs, field activities may include: soil sampling (surface and subsurface), groundwater sampling (Hydropunch® and/or monitoring wells), soil gas/indoor air quality sampling, and surface water and sediment sampling. All field activities are conducted under strict QA/QC protocols.
Analysis of samples by certified laboratories using EPA-approved methods. Typical analytes include petroleum hydrocarbons, VOCs/SVOCs, heavy metals, PCBs, and other site-specific parameters. Verification of laboratory QA/QC and data validation.
Comparison of analytical results to applicable federal and state regulatory standards; evaluation of exceedances, contaminant distribution, and potential exposure pathways; development of a preliminary Conceptual Site Model (CSM) to determine environmental risks and liabilities.
Detailed presentation of sampling results with tabulated data summaries, figures, and maps. Clear, actionable conclusions and recommendations tailored to industrial clients, real estate developers, real estate agents, and lenders.
Compliance with ASTM and state-specific environmental standards, ensuring defensible results.
Reliable data supporting acquisition/divestiture, redevelopment, or financing decisions.
Clear identification and management of potential environmental liabilities before they become costly surprises.
Flexible scheduling and communication to meet transaction deadlines. Typical projects completed within 60 calendar days.
PEC's Phase II ESA services are available to clients in all 50 states. View our service area coverage →