Stormwater discharges are one of the most heavily scrutinized areas of environmental compliance, and enforcement under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) continues to tighten. Join CMI’s environmental compliance experts for a practical walkthrough of permit applicability, SWPPP requirements, and how to keep your facility inspection-ready.
Stormwater Permitting: Navigating EPA & State Requirements
What Is this Webinar About?
What We Cover
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This session breaks down what NPDES stormwater permitting requires, and where facilities most often run into trouble.
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Who is actually subject to stormwater permitting requirements, and how to determine if your facility is covered.
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Individual Permits vs. General Permits: the key differences and which applies to your operation.
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What’s changed under EPA’s new General Permit and what it means for renewal.
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The No Exposure Permit Exclusion — and why it may not be the safest option for your facility.
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Building an effective Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and putting Best Management Practices into action.
Why This Matters In 2026
- 2026 EPA General Permit renewals force immediate facility updates.
- New PFAS testing rules now cover over twenty industrial sectors.
- Exceeding stricter sampling benchmarks triggers automatic regulatory enforcement actions.
- Regulators are cracking down on improper “No Exposure” exclusion claims.
- Facilities must update SWPPP plans for severe weather and flooding.
- Automated agency tracking makes unpermitted site detection much faster.
Phillip Maniscalco
Project Manager, Geo Services
Meet Your Instructor
Phil is an environmental consultant with over 10 years of experience supporting high-profile clients across the oil and gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industries. He brings strong command of scientific procedures, regulatory policy, and project management, with hands-on experience in both field and office work.
His background includes environmental sampling, subcontractor oversight, and advanced technical tools. Phil’s adaptable, hands-on approach helps him manage projects efficiently while keeping clients on schedule, on budget, and in compliance.
Questions? Contact pmaniscalco@complianceplace.com