In 2000, Hydro implemented an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) program for all properties it owns or operates. The process followed is illustrated in Figure 6. Figure 6: Environmental Site Assessment Process The objectives of the ESA program are to: Evaluate the potential for environmental contamination. Undertake sampling to characterize and delineate any contamination. Assess the potential risks and liabilities associated with any contamination identified. Identify sites requiring monitoring or remediation. Develop and implement remediation programs when necessary. In 2007, Hydro completed Phase I ESAs on four properties. Following the recommendations of previous Phase I ESAs, Phase II ESAs and where appropriate, Risk Assessments, were completed on eight properties. In addition, further delineation and/or monitoring programs were completed on eight properties. In 2007, CF(L)Co completed Phase I ESAs on five properties. Following the recommendations of previous Phase I ESAs, Phase II ESAs and where appropriate, Risk Assessments, were completed on four properties and remediation was carried out on three properties. In addition, further delineation and/or monitoring programs were completed on three properties. The program has proven to be successful in identifying and managing the potential environmental contamination associated with the company’s past and present operations. An additional six Phase I ESAs and five Phase II ESAs are planned for 2007. Further ESA work and/or remediation programs are planned for six sites. Table 3 shows the ESA work that was accomplished in 2007 and future plans, if any for each site. Copyright © 2008 NL Hydro, All rights reserved.