Environmental Data Management
Environmental studies often generate a tremendous volume of diverse data, sometimes over multiple years and often produced by different parties. Since those data and the conclusion they support are the culmination of a sizeable investment, it is imperative that efficient methods for data storage, manipulation and reporting are employed to protect and maximize the value of that investment. Database Management Solutions can have a significant impact on how easily the results from studies may be interpreted, communicated and used in support of decisions that may have significant regulatory and financial consequences.
EarthCon Consultants (EarthCon) has extensive experience in the design and implementation of data management solutions for large and small projects. A comprehensive data management approach allows site managers and decision makers to effectively evaluate and rely upon site data. Our data management services include:
- Environmental Monitoring Data
- Multi-Stake Holder Databases
- Geographic Information Systems
- Compliance Management Systems
EarthCon’s data management staff includes experienced scientists and engineers who review data objectively to ensure that clients do not suffer from “garbage in, garbage out” problems. Therefore, EarthCon performs a cursory review of the data in order to make a reasonable determination concerning data quality.
THE PROOF
SITUATION A forest products manufacturer was in the process of purchasing an existing wood laminate manufacturing facility. The facility was in a region with significant environmental regulatory oversight, including strict air, water, and waste compliance management requirements. The new owner did not have extensive environmental compliance experience, and the competitive market they were operating in did not allow them to expend extensive resources on non-manufacturing costs.
SOLUTION Working with the client, the new facility staff, and the local regulatory agencies, EarthCon developed a web-based compliance management portal that allowed the client to efficiently enter and maintain air, water, and waste compliance records. The web-based system allowed remote management staff to track the compliance status of the facility without leaving their desks. In addition to the entry and maintenance of compliance data, the system also automatically calculated emission rates, and informed staff when compliance issues might emerge. The system also provided calendar and task management tools that allowed staff to manage workflow for all the compliance related tasks.
RESULTS The client has successfully remained in compliance at the facility. In addition, they were also able to reduce the staff devoted to environmental compliance related activities from three full-time staff members to one part -time staff member.
Contact Us today to discover the tangible benefits EarthCon can produce for you as part of your data management team.
