Environmental Science

Comprehensive environmental assessments and regulatory compliance support — protecting ecosystems while advancing critical infrastructure.

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Key facts

•Lynxce delivers NEPA EAs and EISs, Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting support, ESA consultation packages, and wetland delineations.
•Standards applied: NEPA statute (42 U.S.C. § 4321 et seq.) and agency-specific NEPA implementing procedures, following CEQ's 2025 rescission of 40 CFR 1500–1508 and the Supreme Court's decision in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County (2025); USACE 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual; ESA Section 7 consultation.
•Post-Sackett (598 U.S. 651, 2023) jurisdictional analyses included as standard scope; tracking the November 2025 proposed WOTUS rule for federal-and-state-overlap wetlands work.
•Audience: federal/state/local agencies, water utilities, transportation authorities, and developers requiring defensible permitting documentation.

What We Do

LYNXCE provides rigorous environmental science services that bridge the gap between project development and environmental stewardship. Our team conducts thorough environmental assessments, develops restoration plans, and navigates complex regulatory frameworks to ensure your projects meet all federal, state, and local environmental requirements.

Regulatory Expertise

We have deep experience with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (including Section 404 permitting), and state-level environmental regulations. Our assessments are defensible, thorough, and designed to streamline the permitting process rather than create delays.

Applications

Our environmental science practice covers environmental impact assessments (EIA) and environmental assessments (EA), biological surveys and habitat evaluation, wetland delineation and mitigation planning, ecosystem restoration design and monitoring, water quality monitoring and compliance, and environmental permitting support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a NEPA environmental assessment?

A NEPA Environmental Assessment (EA) evaluates whether a proposed federal action will significantly affect the environment. If significant impacts are unlikely, it results in a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). If significant impacts are expected, a full Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is required.

When is a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit needed?

A Section 404 permit is required when a project involves the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands. This commonly applies to construction projects that impact streams, wetlands, or other aquatic resources.

How do you approach ecosystem restoration?

We take a science-first approach to restoration, starting with a thorough assessment of current conditions and historical context. We develop measurable restoration goals, design interventions based on ecological principles, and create long-term monitoring plans to verify success.

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