Environmental Due Diligence Assessment

Prior to investments, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), plant expansions, or new project developments, assessing potential environmental risks is a crucial step that helps businesses make accurate decisions and minimize future costs.

Environmental Due Diligence (EDD)—also known as an Environmental Baseline Study (EBS)—is a systematic assessment process designed to determine the environmental baseline and potential pollution risks associated with a specific site, facility, or asset. This service enables businesses, investors, and financial institutions to clearly understand environmental liabilities that could impact asset value, project feasibility, and future legal obligations.

How is EDD conducted?

Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)

The initial phase focuses on gathering and reviewing existing information, combined with on-site surveys, to identify signs of contamination or potential environmental risks.

Key activities include:

• Surveying the current condition of the project site
• Reviewing legal records and land-use history
• Assessing current and past production activities
• Identifying potential sources of contamination
• Pinpointing environmental risks that require further investigation

The process is conducted in accordance with the international ASTM E1527 standard for Environmental Site Assessment.

Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)

If Phase I identifies significant environmental concerns, a Phase II assessment is implemented to confirm and quantify the level of contamination through sampling and in-depth analysis.

Key activities include:

• Collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, or relevant environmental components
• Analyze pollution parameters in the laboratory
• Assess the extent and scope of contamination
• Propose management or remediation measures as necessary

The process is conducted in accordance with ASTM E1903 standards for Environmental Site Assessment.

Why is Environmental Due Diligence important?

Undetected environmental issues can lead to:

• Unexpected costs for pollution treatment and remediation
• Post-transaction legal liabilities
• Delays in investment and project implementation
• Adverse impacts on health, safety, and corporate reputation
• Long-term decline in asset value

Conducting EDD enables businesses to proactively identify and manage risks before making investment decisions or asset acquisitions.

Environmental Consultancy & Sustainability Services at Eurofins Environment Testing in Vietnam

We provide Environmental Due Diligence services, combining a team of environmental experts, field assessment capabilities, and an internationally accredited laboratory network to:

• Identify potential environmental contamination risks at an early stage
• Assess the current environmental status of the site and assets
• Help meet the requirements of investors, banks, and international financial institutions
• Provide reliable information for investment and M&A decisions
• Protect asset value and minimize long-term environmental risks