Welcome back to the PWGC Environmental Podcast! In Part 2 of our series on PFAS, we continue our deep dive with Elizabeth Knauer, Esq. Principal at Sive, Paget & Riesel. Hosted by Paul Boyce, President of PWGC, and joined by Derek Ersbak, PWGC Vice President, this episode explores new legal developments in PFAS litigation, including groundbreaking case precedents, emerging claims in the Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) Multidistrict Litigation (MDL), and the federal government's role in liability. AFFF MDL involves consolidated lawsuits against manufacturers of firefighting foam products that contain PFAS, often referred to as 'forever chemicals,' which are linked to environmental contamination and health risks. With new claims emerging in this ongoing litigation, we take a closer look at how these developments are reshaping environmental law, corporate responsibility, and future legal strategies.

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Episode Description: Join Paul Boyce, PE, PG, President and CEO of PWGC, as he hosts Elizabeth Knauer, Esq., Principal at Sive, Paget & Riesel, and a seasoned expert in environmental law, for an in-depth discussion on PFAS regulations, CERCLA implications, and Superfund designations. PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals used in various industrial applications and consumer products including firefighting foams, water-repellent fabrics, and coatings for food packaging. Elizabeth shares her extensive experience in litigating environmental contamination cases and the emerging regulatory landscape surrounding PFAS, a persistent contaminant affecting public water supplies nationwide.

Co-hosting this episode is Derek Ersbak, Vice President of Environmental Services at PWGC, adding his technical insights on groundwater contamination and the environmental impact of industrial waste.

Learn about the latest developments in PFAS regulation, how it affects industries, and what’s being done to manage contamination sites.

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Welcome to another important episode of PWGC's Environmental Echo with your host, Paul Boyce, CEO & President of PW Grosser. This is the second part of our two-part series on New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), featuring Alita Giuda, Partner at Couch White, and Kris Almskog, Senior Vice President at PW Grosser. Join us as we delve into the current trends in renewable energy, the influx of out-of-state companies investing in New York, and the hurdles developers face, from permitting to public opposition. Discover how community solar, wind projects, and battery storage are evolving, and learn about the legal complexities impacting alternative energy development. Don't miss this episode for a deep dive into the future of sustainable energy in New York State.

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