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Let's Talk Remediation
Discussing All Things Remediation Related.
Here we will cover topics from best practices, to current events, to interviewing Experts in these fields, to stories of recent projects that all related to remediation. We will also address specific topics and Listener questions. And we will host Guest Industry Professionals and have live shows from conferences.
Episodes
60 episodes
LTR - Ep 60 - What Does "Cradle to Grave" Mean?
In this 60th episode, I discuss the topic of What Does "Cradle to Grave" Mean?"Cradle to Grave" means that Hazardous Waste Generators have full responsibility for the Hazardous Waste that they Generated (or Created "Cradle") through its'...
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LTR - Ep 59 - Relocation aka "Dig/Vacuum and Haul" is NOT Remediation
In this 59th episode, I discuss the topic Relocation aka "Dig/Vacuum and Haul" is NOT Remediation.The old traditional default thought to dealing with contaminated soil is to dig and haul it off to a waste disposal facility. Similar...
LTR - Ep 58 - Future Event - Large Scale Demonstration of "The New Remediation Paradigm" in Odessa, Texas
In this 58th episode, I discuss A Future Event - Large Scale Demonstration of "The New Remediation Paradigm" in Odessa, Texas.Here's an opportunity that you don't want to miss. It's the opportunity to see a large scale remediation ...
LTR - Ep 57 - How Does Ground Water Get Contaminated?
In this 57th episode, I discuss How Does Ground Water Get Contaminated?Ground Water typically gets contaminated through soil seeping ro leaching contamination from the soil down into the Ground Water as gravity pulls down on it. So...
LTR - Ep 56 - Why is it Important to Remediate Chlorides?
In this 56th episode, I discuss Why is it Important to Remediate Chlorides?Chlorides, Sodium Chlorides (NaCl), Salt. Brine Water, Produced Water, Production Water is Water with high amounts of Salt in it. Much higher salt con...
LTR - Ep 55 - Soil Remediation Sampling - Grab vs. Composite
In this 55th episode, I discuss Soil Remediation Sampling - Grab vs. Composite.When Soil Remediation is being performed, Soil Sampling is needed to monitor and document the remediation and it's effectiveness.In performing soil sam...
LTR - Ep 54 - Current Event - Hanby Environmental and OMG Solutions in The Oil & Gas Mecca (Midland/Odessa Texas) Demonstrating The New Remediation Paradigm on TPH and Chlorides
In this 54th episode, I discuss a Current Event - Hanby Environmental and OMG Solutions in The Oil & Gas Mecca (Midland/Odessa Texas) Demonstrating The New Remediation Paradigm on TPH and Chlorides.Today we traveled to Lighthouse Env...
LTR - Ep 53 - "Who is The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) and What is Rule 91?"
In this 53rd episode, I discuss "Who is The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) and What is Rule 91?"The Railroad Commission of Texas is The State of Texas' Regulatory Body governing The Oil & Gas Industry.One of the main gover...
LTR - Ep 52 - Current Event: "TCEQ ETF" (Texas Commission of Environmental Quality - Environmental Trade Fair)
In this 52nd episode, I discuss a Current Event: "TCEQ ETF" (Texas Commission of Environmental Quality - Environmental Trade Fair.The TCEQ ETF is the premier annual conference for all things Environmental.As the old saying g...
LTR - Ep 51 - Current Event: "The New Chlorides Remediation Paradigm"
In this 51st episode, I discuss a Current Event: "The New Chlorides Remediation Paradigm!"Chlorides are a big problem, particularly in The Oilfield. Also known as Production Water, Produced Water, Brine Water and Salt Water, ...
LTR - Ep 50 - Best Practices for Field Soil Sampling
In this 50th episode, I discuss some "Best Practices for Field Soil Sampling."One of the most important considerations is to remember that Soil Contamination, is not always sitting on the surface as horizontal contamination. The lo...
LTR - Ep 49 - The Fundamentals of Field Sampling
In this 49th episode, I review an article I wrote a little over two years ago entitled "The Fundamentals of Field Sampling."In short, the keys are to have reliable field measurements to guide you to know when to knowledgeably send sample...
LTR - Ep 48 - The Goal of Environmental Site Assessments - Final Report and Closure
In this 48th episode, I discuss The Goal of Environmental Site Assessments. Final Report and Closure.The Goal of performing Environmental Site Assessments is to generate a Final Report to be submitted to the necessary Regulatory bo...
LTR - Ep 47 - What Is A Phase 3 Environmental Site Assessment?
In this 47th episode, I discuss What Is A Phase 3 Environmental Site Assessment?A Phase 3 Environmental Site Assessment ("ESA") is recommended when the concern of possible contamination was recommended by a Phase 1 Environmental Site Ass...
LTR - Ep 46 - What Is A Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment?
In this 46th episode, I discuss What Is A Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment?A Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment ("ESA") is the second step in understanding the level of possible environmental contamination risk is associated with...
LTR - Ep 45 - What Is A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment?
In this 45th episode, I discuss What Is A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment?A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment ("ESA") is the first step in understanding the level of possible environmental contamination risk is associated with ...
LTR - Ep. 44 - What Are Carbon Numbers and How Do They Relate to Environmental Remediation?
In this 44th episode, I discuss What Are Carbon Numbers and How Do They Relate to Environmental Remediation?Carbon Numbers refer to the number of Carbon Atoms in a particular molecule. The number of Carbon Atoms directly correlate ...
LTR - Ep. 43 - The Dinosaur Method of "Dig and Haul" As A Remediation Method
In this 43rd episode, I discuss The Dinosaur Method of "Dig and Haul" As A Remediation Method."Digging and Hauling" away contaminated Soil and Water has been done for decades. It's out of sight and out of mind. However, there...
LTR - Ep. 42 - "What is Environmental Remediation?"
In this 42nd episode, I discuss "What is Environmental Remediation?"Environmental Remediation is the removal by some means of pollution or contamination from Soil, Water or Air due to it not being naturally occurring and as such is causi...
LTR - Ep. 41 - Happy 40th Birthday to Our Ongoing Sponsor Hanby Environmental (3/6/1986 - 3/6/2026)
In this 41st episode, we celebrate Hanby Environmental's story from beginning to current day.I tell the story of our founding by Our Founder, Inventor, Namesake and My Grandfather John David Hanby.I also provide some background on...
LTR Ep. 40 - What Are Remediation Technology Descriptions for Cleaning Up Contaminated Sites?
In this 40th episode, I discuss "What Are Remediation Technology Descriptions for Cleaning Up Contaminated Sites?"In this episode of Let's Talk Remediation, I briefly go over the different Remediation Technologies and Medias that can be ...
LTR - Ep 39 - What Are The Main Hazard Classifications for Hazardous Materials?
In this 39th episode, I discuss "What Are The Main Hazard Classifications for Hazardous Materials?"Hazardous Materials for Transportation purposes are classified into (9) main classification categories. The purpose of the classific...
LTR - Ep 38 - What is "Waste?" (Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous)
In this 38th episode, I discuss What is "Waste?" (Hazardous vs. Non-Hazardous).Waste refers to any substance, material, or byproduct that is discarded, unwanted, or unusable after its primary purpose has been served. It encompasses solid...
LTR - Ep 37 - What is "CERCLA?" (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act)
In this 37th episode, I discuss What is "CERCLA?"The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), enacted in 1980 and commonly known as Superfund, authorizes the EPA to clean up sites contaminate...