Environmental Strategist Podcast: Why We’re Here—and Why It Matters

Topics Covered:

• What inspired Chris Bunbury’s career in environmental risk
• How pollutants are defined beyond chemicals
• Why most businesses unknowingly self‑insure environmental exposures
• The limitations of CGL policies & hidden pollution exclusions
• Environmental Impairment Liability (EIL) vs. Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL)
• Real‑world examples of unexpected pollution claims
• The role and value of an Environmental Strategist
• How environmental stewardship creates competitive advantage
• Preview of future episodes: PFAS, stormwater, brownfields, due diligence & more

Resources Mentioned:

• Environmental Risk Managers, Inc. — ermi.us
• Environmental Strategist Certification — https://www.riskeducation.org/environmental-strategist/

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