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Environmental due diligence for properties and investments

Assess a property's environmental risks before a purchase, acquisition or investment. GERMEN reviews site conditions and history to provide information that supports your decisions.

The assessment scope depends on the transaction and the property. When findings require further investigation, site characterization helps evaluate potential soil and groundwater contamination.

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Environmental due diligence: what to review before deciding on a property

Due diligence helps identify environmental concerns that may affect a purchase, lease or investment. The appropriate scope depends on the property and the purpose of the transaction.

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What does environmental due diligence evaluate?

It reviews available property information, site history, current use and observable conditions to identify issues that may require attention before a transaction.

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When is it useful?

Before a purchase, acquisition, lease or investment when environmental conditions could change the risk, cost or next steps of the transaction.

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When can characterization be the next step?

When the review identifies indications that require direct investigation of soil or groundwater through sampling and analysis.

Due diligence vs. site characterization

CriterionDue diligenceCharacterization
Primary questionWhat environmental concerns should I know before deciding?What contaminants are present and how are they distributed?
Typical evidenceRecords, site history, current use and observable conditions.Sampling, laboratory analysis and technical interpretation.
Decision supportedWhether additional investigation is warranted.Site conditions and the next technical step.

Technical reference

ASTM E1528-22 · Limited Environmental Due Diligence ↗

Applicability depends on the site, contaminant and project scope.

Qué incluye la Due Diligence ambiental

  • Evaluación previa a una inversión

    GERMEN’s Due Diligence service provides a comprehensive environmental assessment for companies and organizations considering investments, acquisitions, or real estate transactions.

  • Revisión de riesgos ambientales

    Our team of experts conducts a detailed review of environmental risks associated with the property or project in question, using internationally recognized methodologies such as the ASTM E1528-22 Standard for Limited Environmental Due Diligence and in full compliance with current environmental regulations.
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“Our commitment is to ENSURE the identification of environmental risks and protect the interests of our clients. Through this process, we provide our clients with accurate and reliable information that enables them to make informed decisions and mitigate any adverse impact on the environment and their business operations.

The Path to Secure Investments and Solid Decisions

These assessments protect buyers, owners, operators, and tenants from potential liabilities related to environmental contamination. They offer a thorough review, giving stakeholders a clear understanding of the property and providing recommendations for next steps if Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) are identified.

More Than a Process, It’s Your Compass

"A tool for investors to navigate the sea of uncertainties, guiding them toward safe harbors of informed decision-making and calculated risk."

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