In situ, a Latin term meaning 'in place' or 'onsite,' refers to processes or treatments that are carried out directly at the location of interest. In real estate, this often pertains to remediation efforts carried out at the contaminated site, without the need to transport pollutants offsite.
Natural Attenuation is a passive method of remediating contaminated property through natural processes such as biological degradation, chemical stabilization, dilution, evaporation, and natural sorption.
The act of clearing up a contaminated site, involving specialized techniques and compliance with regulatory standards. Often referred to as 'remediation.'
Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs) refer to individuals or entities that are legally liable for contamination and remediation of hazardous waste sites under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
Remediation involves corrective actions aimed at cleaning up environmentally contaminated sites. The goal is to either eliminate or reduce contamination to acceptable levels using various methods such as containment, excavation, and physical, chemical, or biological treatments.
