Environmental

Discover how Scaada’s landfill gas monitoring in Geelong supports sustainable development through expert methane & surface emission monitoring

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Drinking water contamination is becoming a significant issue, not only locally but across Australia.  The increasing pressure on water supplies due to urban growth presents significant challenges for Australian cities, particularly in the context of climate change and variable rainfall patterns. As urban centres expand, the demand for water rises, impacting both residential needs and…

Based on the recent investigations by WorkSafe into the management and exposure to welding fumes, Scaada has been involved in providing regional air monitoring services across numerous businesses needing to investigate welding fume exposure.  The investigation highlights the risks and the need for adjustments to keep our clients compliant and their staff safe in the…

Awareness of Environmental Assessment Requirements As a civil contractor or developer, it’s crucial to be aware of the environmental assessment requirements prior to the purchase of land and construction commencement. Failure to properly test and analyse soil conditions can lead to unexpected costs, significant project delays and excessive fines from government authorities.  What can developers…

Scaada encourages all business to follow new EPA legislation. Businesses will now be held accountable for actions that intentionally harm the environment. On 1 July, the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) introduced significant amendments to the Act to minimise harm to the environment and Victorian health. The new set of regulations will crackdown on illicit chemical…

The SCAADA Team who are always looking to get on the front foot with environmental management of our waterways, were presented with this ugly duckling. The civil contractor had found a problem in water management following recent rain events so engaged our team to clean up the drain to allow water to safety pass through…

In December 2019, our client faced a huge problem. They had 50 million litres of turbid water needing to be removed from the site and only weeks to complete the task. Recent unexpected December rain events had created an increase in their basins and construction had come to a grinding halt. De-watering a site like…

Scaada Group recently finished their annual round of groundwater monitoring on a prominent Geelong site. The site faces several critical issues and risks directly affected by a significant underground plume from a high-profile nearby location. Once again, our client achieved great results and can move forward with the knowledge that their risk mitigation strategies are…