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The new Regional Conservation Investment Strategy (RCIS) Toolkit—powered by ESA’s insights—is now live. This valuable online resource helps demystify the RCIS planning process, a vital method for aligning conservation priorities... — September 18, 2025
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Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is proud to welcome Dr. Todd S. Bridges, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and nature-based engineering, to our firm as a Senior Scientist and expert... — August 18, 2025
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"The call for permitting reform often is another way of saying National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reform specifically, but focusing solely on NEPA does not address the challenges and inconsistencies... — July 30, 2025
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The finalization of California’s 2026 Fiscal Year budget on June 30, 2025, did more than establish the State’s spending and revenue plans for the next 12 months; it delivered arguably... — July 2, 2025
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ESA is thrilled to announce the promotion of Autumn Ward to the role of Airports Business Group Director! With 20 years of aviation experience and 10 years at ESA, Autumn... — June 18, 2025
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When a project requires analysis under both the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), agencies and applicants can develop the required documentation either separately... — May 23, 2025
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Just wrapped up my first Environmental Markets Conference (EMC) in Seattle last week, and wow, what an experience! It was inspiring to see so many people dedicated to creating positive... — May 22, 2025
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ESA’s federal strategy and NEPA experts have been staying abreast of the shifts in federal policy since President Trump took office in January 2025 on our blog. The sheer number... — December 1, 2025
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Across the country, civic and business leaders are looking for ways to increase the quality of life within their communities. While the headlines are full of stories about the efforts... — March 12, 2025
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As the Trump administration continues rapid-fire revisions to environmental review procedures, much attention has been focused on the Council on Environmental Quality and shifts in how agencies will implement the... — March 6, 2025
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Recent events at the executive and judicial branches have created uncertainty around the implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). While we expect additional guidance soon, it’s worth taking... — February 6, 2025
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ESA is pleased to announce that Eric Beightel, outgoing Presidentially appointed Executive Director of the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (Permitting Council), has joined the organization as Federal Strategy Director.... — January 27, 2025
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Karla is a biologist with over two years of experience conducting biological resource surveys, wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration/enhancement projects, compliance monitoring, and report writing. She most notably works on the... — September 30, 2024
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A vast expanse of tidal sloughs, salt marshes, ephemeral streams, and oak woodlands once covered the lands surrounding the Petaluma River in southeastern Sonoma County. This landscape supported massive populations... — December 16, 2024
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It’s been weeks since the event, but I’m still reflecting on the 2024 Mobility 21 Southern California Transportation Summit in Anaheim, California. The mission of Mobility 21 is to pursue... — December 12, 2024
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The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is a cornerstone of environmental protection in the United States, guiding the development of environmentally sound projects, including those in the aviation industry. In... — September 20, 2024
