White Young Green provides a sustainable and integrated service to contaminated sites considering both environmental science and engineering solutions. The following services are offered:

Desk Top Study / Initial Site Assessment

  • Collation and review of historical information
  • Review of geological, hydrogeological and hydrological setting
  • Initial consultation and collation of information from statutory authorities such as local authorities, and Environment Agency/SEPA, as well as nature and heritage organisations
  • Archaeological review
  • Collation and review of previous assessments
  • Initial assessment of potential risk and liabilities based upon identified potential sources, pathways and local sensitive receptors

Ground Investigation

  • Intrusive investigation to determine site characteristics
  • Laboratory analyses of soil and water samples
  • Field analyses techniques
  • Interpretation of data against current legislation and guidance
Risk Assessment
  • Evaluation of environmental risks and liabilities
  • Qualitative and quantitative risk assessment (QRA)

Remediation

  • Detailed remediation strategy outlining alternative environmental options and associated costs
  • Cost benefit analysis
  • Detailed environmental and engineering solutions
  • Commitment to minimise the requirement for off-site disposal of materials (incl. bio-remediation, soil washing, thermal treatment, encapsulation etc)
  • Consultation with statutory authorities at an early stage to gain approval of proposed solutions
  • On-site supervision and management of works
  • Production of completion statements and/or validation report for the completed works