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ORGANIZER:updates@gulfcoast.assp.org
DTSTAMP:20261101T094101Z
LOCATION:960 Memorial City Way\, Houston\, Texas\, 77024\, United States
SUMMARY:Gulf Coast ASSP Energy Corridor Section Meeting - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:ASSP Energy Corridor Section March Meeting\n\nDate: 05/14/2026 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\nTOPIC: Demystifying Regulatory Frameworks\n\nSPEAKER: Chris Garza\, Founder of Feather and Mane EHS Consulting \n\n\n\nJOIN US on May 14th as we hear from Chris Garza on “Demystifying Regulatory Frameworks”. Navigating the complex web of environmental regulations is critical for industrial facilities and businesses operating in Texas. This session provides a comprehensive overview of key regulatory requirements concerning air quality\, water discharge\, and land management. Attendees will gain actionable insights into permits\, reporting obligations\, pollution prevention planning\, and hazardous waste management. The presentation also examines federal and state-level compliance mandates\, including Tier 2 and TRI reporting\, and EPA incentives for self-auditing. Emphasis is placed on practical strategies for minimizing liability\, optimizing environmental performance\, and enhancing workplace safety. Designed for EHS professionals\, compliance managers\, and operational leaders\, this session demystifies regulatory frameworks and empowers businesses to meet their legal responsibilities while promoting a culture of environmental stewardship.\n\nCHRIS GARZA is an experienced Environmental\, Health\, and Safety (EHS) professional and the founder of Feather &amp\; Mane EHS Consulting. With a strong background in regulatory compliance\, Chris specializes in helping industrial facilities across Texas navigate complex environmental requirements related to air\, water\, and land management. He has led compliance initiatives for manufacturing sites\, universities\, and energy-sector clients\, with a practical focus on permitting\, hazardous waste management\, and pollution prevention planning. Chris brings a unique ability to translate dense regulations into actionable strategies that reduce risk\, streamline operations\, and support environmental stewardship. Known for his engaging\, real-world teaching style\, Chris is a frequent speaker at professional safety and compliance conferences across the region.\n\nAs always\, feel free to arrive before the presentation for networking and lunch!\n\nAgenda\n\n11:00 am to 11:30 am Networking and lunch\n\n11:30 am to 11:45 am Welcome and Section Business\n\n 	Welcome\n 	Sign In\n 	Introductions\n 	Old &amp\; New Business\n\n11:45 am to 12:30 pm Presentation\n\nIn-Person Location\n\n960 Memorial City Way (next door to Memorial City Club)\n\nHouston\, TX 77024\n\nAll attendees should park in the 920 Memorial City Way parking visitor area (the parking garage). The parking in front of the conference room is reserved for the gym and the management office.
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Energy Corridor
URL;VALUE=URI:https://gulfcoast.assp.org/events/gulf-coast-assp-energy-corridor-section-meeting-may-2026/
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