4 The Record: Behind The Scenes

Hosted by Colin McCall

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4 The Record: Behind The Scenes podcast takes a strategic and forward-facing look at your environmental obligations – and help you make your EHS program an indispensable and important part of your company’s growth.

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19 min

Why Acoustics Matters in Today’s Energy and Infrastructure Projects

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.

29 min

Inside the EPA Agenda: 2026 Priorities and Industry Impact

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.

24 min

Expanding Our Capabilities: New Services from ALL4’s San Juan Capistrano Office

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.

29 min

Everything You Wanted to Know About AI but Were Afraid to Ask

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.

33 min

Clean Water Act Citizen Suits

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.

24 min

EHS Compliance Assessments

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.

16 min

Water Regulatory Update

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.

24 min

Power Facility Siting

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.

25 min

Federal Executive Order and Regulatory Update

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.

21 min

Water Federal Regulatory Updates

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!