ASTM’s dedicated Phase I ESA Task Group is in the final stages of updating the 2013 version of the standard, expected to be published in 2021. It is important for practicing environmental professionals (EPs), as well as investors and lenders who rely on the ASTM standard practice, to keep up with the revisions and clarifications and the rationale behind them. They need this critical information to prepare for adoption of the new Standard Practice for Phase I ESAs.
In this interview with LightBox, Elizabeth Krol, PG, EP, outlines what to expect from the latest version of the ASTM E1527 standard. Click here to read the full article.

March 24, 2026
As PFAS continue to reshape the construction risk landscape, lenders that proactively integrate PFAS considerations into underwriting, due diligence, and loan structuring are better positioned to manage uncertainty and protect collateral value.

March 11, 2026
In this Globe St. article, Brett Hayes discusses how sellers who complete due diligence before going to market can reduce re-trades and keep deals moving forward.

October 22, 2025
For commercial real estate professionals, California Assembly Bill 130 (AB 130 Housing) represents a tangible win for project efficiency and investment confidence. By streamlining the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process, the legislation helps remove long-standing entitlement delays that have historically slowed housing development and constrained capital deployment. The result is faster approvals, clearer timelines, and greater predictability in project execution — key advantages for developers, lenders, and investors delivering much needed housing stock in the region.




