Environmental Regulatory Compliance
The Engineering and Capital Construction (ECC) team plays a key role in ensuring that Colorado State University remains in compliance with Federal and State environmental regulations. These laws govern how the university manages stormwater, floodplains, and air emissions, which are all critical elements of CSU’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Our Responsibilities
ECC personnel oversee environmental compliance across CSU’s campuses and statewide research facilities. The team works closely with university departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure that CSU’s operations meet all applicable environmental standards.
Key responsibilities include:
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Stormwater Management: Implementing best practices to prevent pollution, manage runoff, and protect local waterways in accordance with CSU’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit.
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Floodplain Compliance: Evaluating projects to ensure construction and infrastructure improvements do not increase flood risks or violate Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) floodplain regulations.
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Air Quality and Emissions: Managing permits, monitoring emission sources, and maintaining compliance with the Clean Air Act and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) requirements.
Campus-Wide and Statewide Oversight
The ECC team tracks and manages environmental compliance at hundreds of locations and emission sources across CSU’s main and satellite campuses. This includes research stations, agricultural facilities, and construction sites statewide. By maintaining comprehensive records and working proactively with project managers, ECC ensures that compliance is built into every phase of a project—from planning and design to construction and operation.
Supporting CSU’s Sustainability Goals
Beyond meeting regulatory requirements, the ECC team contributes to CSU’s broader sustainability mission. Through training, data tracking, and continual process improvement, ECC promotes responsible environmental practices that protect Colorado’s air, land, and water resources.