ERMI named as an FDEP Agency Term Contractor
On January 15th, 2014, ERMI was selected as an FDEP Agency Term Contractor (ATC) pursuant to its Solicitation No. 2014004C, entitled “Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for the Petroleum Contamination Site Response Action Services.” ERMI is honored to have been selected as an ATC, and looks forward to helping property owners achieve regulatory file closure for… Read More...
Low Scored Site Initiative (LSSI) Benefits Property Owners – For You Today!
FDEP Low Scored Site Initiative (LSSI) LSSI grants up to $30,000 to cleanup program sites scored 5 to 29. Deductibles and copayments are waived for LSSI work. There is no cost to you. The purpose is to identify sites that qualify for No Further Action. Regulatory file closure is possible even if the site… Read More...
Assessment Funding available through LSSI
The Low-Scored Site Initiative (LSSI) provides up to $30,000 of assessment funding to assess low scored sites that are eligible for the petroleum cleanup program. The purpose is to sample sites that have not had State-funded work in many years to determine if the contamination file can be closed. Most low scored sites have not… Read More...
ERMI’s 2025 Legislative Session Recap: New Environmental Policy Changes Can Benefit Commercial Real Estate
The 2025 Florida legislative session has concluded, and several changes could pave the way for the redevelopment of certain impacted properties. For the environmental assessment and remediation industry, one significant bill was passed (the Brownfield Bill), and ongoing funding provisions for the Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP) were approved. Regarding the PRP, there are two significant… Read More...
Oil Rags to Riches: One of our most dramatic success stories
Taking an old, petroleum-impacted property and transforming it into a luxury automobile dealership may sound like a developer’s daydream. And doing this with the help of state funds may sound like a fairy tale. But that’s exactly what ERMI recently helped a client accomplish. The story began with ERMI providing environmental consulting services to our… Read More...
Environmental Sustainability for Agricultural Producers (Part 4)
Sustainability is a broad topic and covers many industries. It is a hot buzzword that has taken on a variety of meanings in our lives. However, in general, sustainability, in the environmental sense, is learning to maintain production with fewer inputs, or put another way, “doing more with less”. It is up to the producer… Read More...
Environmental Compliance for Agricultural Producers (Part 3)
Agricultural producers face many obstacles that must be managed cost-effectively. Previously, we discussed ways in which environmental consultants can assist with their water management and fuel tanks compliance programs. This article focuses on chemicals that may have a hazardous impact if exposure is encountered. From the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s website: “The Emergency Planning… Read More...
Environmental Compliance for Agricultural Producers (Part 2)
In our last post regarding environmental compliance for our State’s food producers, the focus was on the agricultural industry’s reliance on clean water for their crops and how they are maintaining that water during production. Unfortunately, water is not the only concern for a farmer or rancher who is focused on ensuring that their business… Read More...
Market Trends event puts ERMI team members face-to-face with the SW Florida real estate community.
ERMI’s message to Market Trend attendees was simple: We’re ready to help professionals efficiently and responsibly manage that dynamic growth! Read More...
Hilfiker Represents ERMI at REIS Event
Steve Hilfiker brought an environmental perspective with his attendance at this month’s meeting of the Real Estate Investment Society (REIS) on March 8. REIS brings together professionals from every field associated with real estate, from agents and attorneys to bankers and builders. A frequent topic of these monthly gatherings is Southwest Florida’s economic growth and development—an area that ERMI is uniquely equipped to support. Given the state’s remarkable rate of growth, efficient redevelopment of underutilized...
Environmental Compliance for Agricultural Producers (Part 1)
Environmental consulting firms have the capability to assist farmers in addressing these water-based needs around their farms. The consultant can help manage the sometimes-overwhelming volume of data associated with water use, and can work with the State’s Water Management Districts to protect our natural resources from overuse…ultimately helping agriculture remain a viable industry in Florida. Read More...
New article from ERMI president provides keys to successful development
In his article, “Easing Redevelopment for Florida’s Future,” Steve spotlights the importance of urban redevelopment projects, and points out how investors can help make those projects successful by strategically managing environmental risks. Read More...
Where is Everyone Going to Live?
In this 90-second video, we'll show you just how fast our state is growing. Read More...