Environmental Due Diligence practices continue to evolve, and there were
several significant changes that shaped the industry in 2011. These likely will continue to have an impact on how lenders operate this year.
Commercial mortgage brokers should look closely into changes in due-diligence requirements that pertain to Small Business Administration (SBA) and Freddie Mac loans, as well as changing standards from ASTM International, formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials. This information will help brokers guide their clients in purchase and financing decisions.

July 02, 2026
Adrienne Perez, an Environmental Due Diligence Consultant, joins as Technical Director for Agency Services in Partner Engineering and Science's environmental service line.

June 23, 2026
For commercial real estate owners, developers, and investors, the program offers a more flexible and efficient path to address contamination, particularly at lower-priority sites enrolled in voluntary cleanup.

June 24, 2026
Amid evolving and often uncertain federal regulations, state environmental agencies have increasingly taken the lead in developing policies to address PFAS.





