Mendota Hills Wind Farm, Lee County, IL (50 MW)
Permitting and approvals due diligence is typically done early in the process; actual permitting is often conducted after confirming the economic viability of a specific location. The process may include creating environmental impact statements; conducting environmental assessments; and preparing applications for a variety of local, state, and federal permits and approvals.
The regulatory framework, involving local, state, and federal agencies, is subject to change, especially as RTOs and general markets develop. RMT is involved in resolving many of these and other regulatory issues. We remain in frequent contact with regulatory agencies across the country and have the experience to secure any permit necessary.
Our environmental experts provide ongoing support to help you maintain compliance throughout renewable energy facility development and ongoing operation, including:
- Environmental impact reporting
- Background bird & noise studies
- Surface water management permit applications
- Wetland delineations
- FAA, FCC, threatened & endangered species, historical & archaeological impacts
- Community impacts (land use & zoning)
- Road use, driveways & crossings
- ASTM phase 1 & 2 environmental site assessments (ESAs)
- Constructability review
- Environmental management systems (EMS)
- Environmental risk management plan systems & programs
- Emergency planning & response programs
- Environmental compliance auditing
- ISO 14000 certification
- EHS training & outsourcing