Environmental Site Assessment Ontario

  When land contamination is suspected, conducting a Phase 2 ESA Edmonton is a critical step before property development, purchase, or redevelopment. A Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) provides detailed information about soil, groundwater, and environmental conditions to determine whether contamination exists and whether remediation is required. In Edmonton, these assessments help property owners, developers, lenders, and investors make informed decisions while meeting provincial environmental regulations. What Is a Phase 2 ESA? A Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment is performed after a Phase 1 ESA identifies the potential for contamination, known as Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs). Unlike a Phase 1 assessment, which focuses on historical records and site inspections, a Phase 2 ESA involves collecting physical samples from the property. Environmental professionals gather soil, groundwater, and sometimes soil gas samples from strategic locations across...