by Sage Environmental | Mar 11, 2025 | Articles
Installment 3 of our Phase I ESA Educational Series 3.1 Records Review The first major step in any Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is a thorough Records Review. This stage helps us piece together the historical and current usage of a property, identifying...
by Sage Environmental | Mar 4, 2025 | Articles
Installment 2 of our Phase 1 ESA Educational Series 2.1 Federal and Provincial Regulations When it comes to conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in Canada, it’s essential to understand the regulatory ecosystem that shapes best practices and legal...
by Sage Environmental | Feb 25, 2025 | Articles
Installment 1 of our Phase I ESA Educational Series 1.1 Overview A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is a preliminary investigation conducted to identify potential or existing environmental liabilities on a property. By reviewing historical and current...
by Sage Environmental | Jan 21, 2025 | Articles
Wetlands in the Okanagan region may not always receive the same attention as forests or open grasslands, but they are teeming with life. From amphibians and birds to fish and mammals, many species depend on these unique ecosystems for survival. Unfortunately, habitat...
by Sage Environmental | Jan 17, 2025 | Articles
Introduction If you’ve noticed clusters of bright purple-blue flowers peppering your pasture or construction site, you might be looking at Common Bugloss (Anchusa officinalis). While it may appear attractive, this plant is an invasive species that poses a significant...
by Sage Environmental | Dec 17, 2024 | Articles
If you’re planning any activity that involves working in or around streams in British Columbia—such as building or upgrading a culvert, restoring fish habitat, or repairing a stream-crossing structure—then understanding the applicable sections of the province’s Water...
