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  • What is Project Peer Review?

    When projects are in the permitting process, often times a board or commission will invoke the peer review process. What exactly is this though and what does it mean for the project? Peer review is when another consultant or consulting firm is hired to take an independent examination of the [...]

  • Massachusetts Releases the Final Ocean Management Plan

    Energy & Environmental Affairs Secretary Ian Bowles recently released the nation’s very first ocean management plan.  This management plan has been expected after undergoing draft revisions and comment/stakeholder meetings for the past eighteen months, one of which was attended by yours truly.  The final management plan has a few (but not unexpected) [...]

  • Climate Change and Massachusetts Land Use: Setting the Stage

    The New York Times recently published an  article regarding the incorporation of climate change into projects undergoing NEPA review. Observing the impending complexities under NEPA, one looks to see what can be expected locally. Massachusetts prides itself on being a national leader in climate change study and policy.  Given the [...]

  • Caspian Receives WBE Certification from SOMWBA

    Earlier this month, Caspian received official certification as a WBE (Woman Business Enterprise). Caspian recieved certification as: Environmental Consulting Services and Permitting. Read more

  • Danvers Herald Tours SwampWalk and RailTrail Site

    This week, the Danvers Herald published an article revealing an natural hidden gem and the quiet efforts of many to make the area accessible to the general public. Caspian is proud to be providing core support for this venture. Read more