Phase I, II, III

CCI performs Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for real estate transactions that identify potential or existing environmental contamination liabilities. The Phase I ESA is generally considered the first step in the process of environmental due diligence. Standards for performing a Phase I site assessment follow the US EPA on ASTM Standard E1527-05.

If a site is found to be contaminated during the Phase I ESA, CCI will perform a Phase II environmental site assessment, ASTM test E1903. This site investigation is more detailed process involving the sampling of soil and/or water for possible contamination. Chemical analysis for hazardous substances and petroleum hydrocarbons is performed.

Phase III is a general term used for describing the site characterization and cleanup or remediation phase at contaminated sites or facilities. CCI will design and implement work plans, feasibility studies and remediation plans at sites that have significant soil and/or groundwater contamination problems that require cleanup.