ABSTRACT
The site investigation and remediation process is usually the reason for site environmental data management. The results of the data management process can provide vital input in the decisionmaking process. This chapter provides an overview of the regulations that drive the site investigation and remediation process, some information on how the process works under the major environmental regulations, and how data management and display is involved in the different parts of the process. Related processes are environmental assessments and environmental impact statements, which can also be aided by an EDMS.
