While hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking" wells have contributed heavily to overall domestic oil production, the amount each region produces can vary widely. New technology may be necessary for further production.

The oil industry has been growing rapidly in the U.S. for years, thanks to major deposits that have recently become available with the help of new drilling technology. But while much has been made of advancements in onshore hydraulic fracturing, equal efforts have been put forward to improve drilling techniques offshore.

The American oil and gas industries are stronger than they have been in years, particularly in the South and the Midwest. Still, companies need to ensure that they pay attention to their environmental impact.

OSHA and the EPA are working to improve safety at Superfund sites.

Though pipelines are the primary means of oil transportation, the use of rail is expanding.

As the U.S. manufacturing sector grows, how can companies mitigate their environmental impact?

Despite advances, oil spills remain notoriously difficult to clean up. Companies are investing in new programs and technology to help.

West Virginia has finally enacted a safety bill that will hopefully make future incidents of this nature less likely to occur.

If current trends continue, urban farming may someday become an important source of food for millions of Americans. But will it be safe?

PPM provides a wide range of environmental consulting and engineering services to federal, state, municipal, and local governmental agencies and departments.

At PPM, our team is primarily made up of engineers, geologists and other environmental scientists, so we understand how to quickly move past potential environmental hurdles and bring closure to your sites.

From initial compliance audits and permitting to groundwater assessment and remediation, PPM can provide manufacturing companies with practical solutions to address a wide range of air, water, and solid/hazardous waste issues.