Successfully Navigating the Increasing Complexities of Stormwater Regulations for Solar Construction Projects

Audience Participation: Medium

Join our panel discussion to gain crucial insights into navigating the evolving complexities of stormwater regulations in solar construction projects. Learn from industry experts about the latest regulatory changes, best practices for compliance, and innovative stormwater management strategies tailored to solar sites. Attendees will leave equipped with practical tools and knowledge to enhance environmental protection, streamline permitting processes, and ensure the long-term success and sustainability of their solar construction projects.

Full Abstract: Complete Proposal for Your Session: The regulatory landscape for stormwater management in solar construction projects is becoming increasingly complex, posing significant challenges for developers, engineers, environmental consultants, and site managers in ensuring compliance and promoting sustainability. This panel discussion brings together industry experts to explore strategies for successfully navigating these evolving regulations, emphasizing practical solutions tailored to the unique needs of solar projects.

Our panelists will examine the latest changes in stormwater regulations, with a focus on how they specifically impact solar construction projects. Key topics will include the integration of new regulatory requirements into Erosion Control Plans, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, Stormwater Management Systems, the necessity of thorough site assessments, and the strategic selection and implementation of appropriate
Best Management Practices. Emphasis will be placed on digesting and understanding the requirements, and tailoring BMPs for large areas of grading, impervious surfaces and significant soil disruption to address these challenges effectively.
Best practices for maintaining compliance will be a central theme, including meticulous documentation, regular inspections, and adaptive management to respond to changing site conditions and regulatory updates. Our experts will also share insights on engaging proactively with regulatory agencies, which can streamline the permitting process and mitigate and potential schedule delays and compliance issues.

Attendees will learn about overcoming common regulatory hurdles, leveraging new technologies, and implementing effective site-specific strategies to ensure long-term success. Join us for this insightful session to gain valuable knowledge from industry leaders on the latest trends and proven methods for managing the increasing complexities of stormwater regulations in the solar construction sector.

Panelists:: Engage in insightful discussions with our diverse panel of solar project developers, engineers, environmental consultants, and site managers. Our panel of diverse disciplines will offer valuable insights from multiple perspectives which is required for navigating the evolving complexities of stormwater regulations in solar construction. Our panelists' experience ranges from moderate to several years' experience in their industry and discipline to offer industry expertise.

Moderator Skill Set:: Attendees will be prompted through guided discussion with the panelist to bring forward topical questions and insights from the audience. Kayla Cottingham previously moderated the heavily attended panel discussion regarding use of AI in developing environmental compliance documents at the 2024 IECA conference.