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In this episode of 4 The Record: Behind the Scenes, we sit down with Barry Sechrist to discuss process safety, risk management, and the challenges facing today’s EHS professionals. Barry shares insights from his decades of experience and offers a practical perspective on building stronger, more resilient safety programs.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, is joined by Julie Taccino, ALL4 Senior Managing Consultant and Alexis Dallaportas, CPO of Higher Elevation Software, to continue the conversation from our recent joint webinar, Going Beyond Compliance: How EHS Teams Are Using Digital Tools to Run Stronger Programs. They explore what reactive compliance looks like in practice, the benefits of better-controlled processes, and how digital tools and centralized data can improve visibility, accountability, and decision-making.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, is joined by Sharon Sadler, ALL4 Data Center Sector Lead, and John Easton, Global Strategic Advisor at Enablon, to continue the conversation from their joint presentation at the Advancing Data Center EHS Operations Conference. They recap key conference takeaways and discuss how data centers can improve compliance continuing across the facility life cycle while leveraging digital solutions to better manage growth, risk, and compliance.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, sits down with Brandon Mogan, ALL4 Directing Consultant and Founder of Tora Consulting, to discuss the evolution of ALL4’s South Carolina office and the expertise it brings to clients across the Southeast. Rich and Brandon explore the history of Tora Consulting, the cultural alignment that made joining ALL4 a natural fit, and how the team is helping expand ALL4’s industry experience, regional presence, and service capabilities.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, sits down with Buddy Ledger, ALL4 Acoustics Practice Director, to discuss the growing importance of acoustics in today’s rapidly expanding energy and digital infrastructure sectors. From data centers and battery storage systems to wind, solar, and peaker plants, they explore the cost of addressing noise issues too late and why integrating acoustics early in project development can help reduce risk, control costs, and support successful project development.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, sits down with Leslie Bellas, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), and Tim Hunt, Vice President for Environment, American Wood Council (AWC), to unpack the current administration’s environmental and energy priorities. They explore how recent EPA initiatives are shaping regulatory expectations for industry, what actions have already had the greatest impact on member companies, and where organizations are focusing their attention as the administration’s agenda continues to unfold.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, sits down with Julie Beeman and Wade Caffrey from ALL4’s new San Juan Capistrano office to explore the team’s background and the expanded services they bring to ALL4. They discuss the office’s origins, core service areas, and how these capabilities enhance ALL4’s ability to deliver more comprehensive solutions to clients.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, sits down with Mike Myers, ALL4’s Digital Solutions Global Business Unit Leader, and Aditya Shivkumar, ALL4 Technical Manager, to discuss the role of AI in EHS business processes. They cover practical use cases, regulatory considerations, risks, and how organizations can begin adopting AI responsibly.

In this episode, Bruce Armbruster, ALL4 EHS Practice Director, sits down with Joseph Drapalski, Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, to discuss Clean Water Act citizen suits. They explore potential regulatory shifts under the current administration, key considerations around California’s proposed Senate Bill 601, and what organizations should prioritize when responding to a notice of intent to sue.

In this episode, Bruce Armbruster, ALL4 EHS Practice Director, is joined by ALL4 EHS experts Katie Grasso and Kelly Di Stefano, to break down EHS compliance assessments. They discuss what EHS assessments cover, how they fit into broader compliance systems, and why they are critical tools for identifying risk, strengthening programs, and supporting day-to-day EHS performance.

In this episode, host Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, is joined by Lizzie Smith, ALL4’s Water Tech Team Lead, to discuss key developments in the water regulatory landscape. They cover PFAS trends, the impact of recent deregulatory actions, and what to expect next for the Clean Water Act, WOTUS, and water-related compliance heading into 2026.

In this episode, Rich Hamel, ALL4 Technical Director and Power Sector Lead, is joined by colleagues Dan Dix, Technical Director and AQMM Technical Team Lead, and Merritt McGlynn, Directing Consultant, to explore the evolving landscape of power facility siting—particularly for new gas-fired generation. The conversation focuses on siting and permitting challenges for greenfield development, the shifting regulatory environment under the current administration, and the growing role of power projects serving data centers.

In this episode, host Colin is joined by Amy Marshall and Rich Hamel to discuss the impacts of recent Executive Orders signed by President Trump amid the transition to a new Federal administration. With a new U.S. EPA Administrator taking office, they explore potential shifts in environmental regulations, enforcement priorities, and compliance challenges for businesses.

In this episode, Colin chats with Lizzie Smith, ALL4’s Water Tech Team Leader, to explore the latest developments in federal water regulations. They cover hot topics like the anticipated Facility Response Plan (FRP) rulemaking, updates on lead and copper rule revisions, and the growing focus on PFAS in drinking water. From regulatory changes to industry impacts, this discussion is essential for anyone keeping up with the evolving water landscape. Listen in to stay informed on the water issues shaping the future!

In this podcast, I am joined by Amy Marshall, ALL4's Air Practice Director. We discuss updates on air regulations and policies, focusing on how the 2024 election might influence these regulatory areas. Key topics include environmental justice, Air Emissions Reporting Requirements (AERR), Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards, the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM2.5), greenhouse gases (GHG), and more.