PSD (Prevention of Significant Deterioration) permits
Title V Operating Permits
Minor source permit applications
Permit renewals and modifications
Synthetic Minor source limitations
State and tribal air permits
AERMOD screening and refined modeling
CALPUFF long-range transport modeling
ISC3 legacy model support
Model protocol development
Regulatory agency coordination
Modeling demonstration reports
Compliance assurance programs
Emissions inventory development
Recordkeeping system design
Compliance certification preparation
Audit support and preparation
Gap analysis and corrective action plans
Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPP)
Quality Management Plans (QMP)
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Data quality objectives development
Audit protocols and procedures
Notice of Violation (NOV) response
Agency inspection support
Consent decree negotiation
Penalty mitigation strategies
Expert witness testimony
Litigation technical support
We guide you through the complexities of NSR permitting for new facilities and major modifications. Our team prepares complete applications including:
BACT (Best Available Control Technology) analysis
Ambient air quality impact analysis
AERMOD dispersion modeling
Additional impact analyses (visibility, soils, vegetation)
Public notice preparation
Agency response coordination
Comprehensive support for Title V permit applications and compliance:
Applicability determination
Emissions unit identification
Applicable requirements research
Monitoring and recordkeeping plans
Compliance certification strategies
Annual reporting assistance
Strategic guidance on permit modifications to minimize regulatory burden:
Administrative amendments
Minor permit modifications
Significant permit modifications
Synthetic minor source strategies
We’ve successfully completed hundreds of AERMOD analyses for facilities nationwide, from simple screening models to complex refined analyses.
We design customized compliance management systems that:
Identify all applicable requirements
Establish monitoring and recordkeeping protocols
Create compliance calendars and tracking systems
Develop staff training programs
Implement continuous improvement processes
Accurate emissions quantification for:
Annual emissions reporting
Fee calculations
Permit applications
SARA Title III reporting
GHG reporting (if required)
Comprehensive facility audits to identify:
Permit deviations
Monitoring gaps
Recordkeeping deficiencies
Reporting errors
Potential violations
When you receive an NOV, time is critical. We provide immediate response including:
Violation assessment and root cause analysis
Technical response preparation
Corrective action plan development
Penalty mitigation strategies
Settlement negotiation support
Dr. Tom Brauch provides expert witness testimony in:
Administrative hearings
Civil litigation
Permit appeals
Enforcement actions
Citizen suits
PhD in Inorganic Chemistry
25+ years environmental experience
Former Army Environmental Science Officer
Extensive regulatory agency interaction
Clear communication for legal proceedings
Hard-rock and coal mining permits
Fugitive dust control plans
Blasting emissions analysis
Reclamation air quality monitoring
Landfills and transfer stations
Waste-to-energy facilities
Composting operations
Recycling facilities
Coal-fired power plants
Natural gas facilities
Renewable energy projects
Cogeneration facilities
Solar Power Generation
Airport expansion projects
Port facilities
Highway projects
Industrial coating operations
Metal fabrication facilities
Chemical manufacturing
Reliable environmental data that meets the highest regulatory standards.
Unlike firms that delegate to junior staff, your project receives direct attention from PhD-level scientists with decades of specialized experience.
Unique advantage: we integrate consulting with monitoring services, ensuring your compliance strategy is backed by high-quality data.
Established credibility with EPA Region 8, state agencies across the US, and tribal authorities ensures efficient permit processing.
We don't just identify problems – we develop practical, cost-effective solutions that keep your operations running.
Direct access to principals, not call centers. Your emails and calls are answered by the people doing the work.
Discuss your regulatory challenges, timeline, and objectives. We'll provide initial guidance and a clear path forward.
Detailed scope of work with specific deliverables, timeline, and fixed-fee pricing (no surprises).
Regular communication throughout the project with draft deliverables for your review and input.
We handle all regulatory agency interaction, keeping you informed throughout the process.
Complete deliverables, final report, and ongoing support for implementation.
We provide fixed-fee pricing for most consulting projects, giving you budget certainty from the start.
Obtain PSD permit for new copper mine in attainment area for all pollutants.
Comprehensive AERMOD analysis, BACT determination, and permit application.
Permit issued in 18 months with no significant opposition.
Title V permit expiring with new MACT standards applicable.
Complete permit renewal with MACT compliance demonstration.
Seamless permit renewal maintaining operational flexibility.
Deviation from permit monitoring requirements during equipment malfunction.
Technical analysis showing no actual emissions exceedance, corrective action plan.
Administrative resolution with minimal penalty.
Simple permits: 3-6 months. Title V: 12-18 months. PSD: 18-24+ months. Timeline depends on agency workload and application completeness.
If your emissions could potentially cause or contribute to a NAAQS violation, AERMOD modeling is required. We can perform a screening analysis to determine if refined modeling is necessary.
Yes. We specialize in regulatory defense and have successfully resolved numerous enforcement actions through technical analysis and corrective action plans.
Yes. We have experience with EPA, state agencies nationwide, and tribal authorities. Our expertise translates across jurisdictions.
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your air quality monitoring requirements. Our experts will design a solution that meets your regulatory obligations and budget.
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720-897-7792
