LSPA News & Blog

MassDEP’s Technical Assistance Grant Application for FY27-28 funding round is now open!
August 25, 2026
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is pleased to announce that the application for the FY2027-28 Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) is now available. The application deadline is Friday, August 28, 2026. Learn more. 

LSPAstries with the President: Iceland Edition 
August 21, 2026
Read more about LSPA President, Sue Bator's trip to Iceland to see the eclipse and the lesson learned about how we handle the unexpected.

MassDEP Statewide Brownfields Roundtable Webinar - September 1, 6:00-7:30pm
August 17, 2026
MassDEP will host a Statewide Brownfields Roundtable Webinar to provide an opportunity for environmental professionals to learn about funding and technical resources available to support the assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment of Brownfields in Massachusetts. Learn more

LSPA Announces FY27 Board of Directors
June 30, 2026
The LSPA Board is pleased to announce the LSPA Board of Directors for FY27! We are grateful for their expertise, leadership, and commitment as they help lead the LSPA and support its mission in the coming year. Learn more.

MassDEP Guidance Documents for Public Comment: Share Your Thoughts!
June 24, 2026
MassDEP has released new waste site cleanup guidance documents for public comment. LSPA members are welcome to submit comments to the LSPA for inclusion in our comment letter or directly to MassDEP. Learn more.

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Call for Nominations!  

2026 LSP Association Contribution to the LSP Practice Awards! Do you know an individual or organization making a meaningful impact on hazardous waste site cleanup in Massachusetts? The LSPA is accepting nominations for these awards, which recognize outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication across the environmental remediation field. Honorees exemplify excellence in protecting the environment, supporting communities, and strengthening the LSP practice.

Nomination deadline: July 31, 2026
Awards will be presented at the September Membership Meeting on September 17, 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://www.lspa.org/contribution-to-the-lsp-practice-awards

 

Become an LSPA FY27 Sponsor!

The LSPA invites organizations to partner with us in supporting the waste site cleanup profession across New England. With a highly engaged network of 800+ licensed environmental professionals, regulators, and industry leaders, LSPA sponsorship provides valuable opportunities to increase your visibility, showcase your expertise, and build relationships with key decision-makers across the industry.

Explore sponsorship opportunities and find the right fit for your organization: https://www.lspa.org/sponsorships

Our newly released FY27 Sponsorship Prospectus includes a variety of annual and event-specific sponsorship opportunities designed to help your organization maximize its impact and engagement with the environmental community. Sponsorships run from September 2026-August 2027.