In this episode, we cover the steps the Biden Administration has taken related to construction and the environment. AGC’s Director of Environmental Services Melinda Tomaino walks you through the environmental highlights and headlines on WOTUS (waters of the United States), species-related issues, climate change policy developments and implications for projects, and environmental review and approvals. Find out how AGC is making timely decisions and setting priorities, the important role AGC plays in policymaking, and how you can get involved.
Show Notes:
Guest:
Melinda Tomaino
Director, Environmental Services
melinda.tomaino@agc.org
@AGCEnvironment
More Information:
There are a few forums available for you to get involved –
• Attend AGC meetings and conferences, such as the Construction Safety Health and Environmental Conference on July 26-28, 2022, or the peer group discussion for In-House Environmental Managers scheduled for July 27. shec.agc.org/
• Join the Environmental Forum and eForum listserv to hear about new developments and opportunities to engage. www.agc.org/industry-priorities…environmental-forum
• Serve on the Steering Committee for the Environmental Forum (recruitment annually). www.agc.org/news/2021/11/18/vol…-steering-committee
Read the latest AGC news on Energy & Environmental online at www.agc.org/environment.
Learn about climate change implications on construction at www.agc.org/climate-change.