Do I need an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to build in Puerto Rico?
Determining whether an Environmental Impact Assessment is necessary depends on the nature and scope of your project. Puerto Rico has specific regulations guide this process,
Environmental Consulting, permitting and project management
Diatom Environmental is a Puerto Rican firm that specializes in environmental consulting services, achieving exceptional and sustainable results
Environmental consulting firm in Puerto Rico
Our firm is led by Javier Vélez Arocho who has a vast regulatory experience working with federal and state agencies. He manages consulting projects, as well as multiple studies for key clients. Prior to joining the firm, Javier worked as Secretary of the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources of Puerto Rico, with the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Sea Grant College Program of the University of Puerto Rico.
Environmental Consulting
- Assist and support clients by assessing their needs
- Provide clear guidance to navigate the permitting process
- Assess applicable environmental regulations
Environmental Compliance
- Governmental Affairs
- Planning and Construction Permits
- Tree Management
- USEPA NPDES MSGP
- Wetland Mitigation and Restoration
Environmental Studies
- Environmental Impact Statements (DIA)
- Environmental Assessments (EA)
- Jurisdictional Determinations under Clean Water Act Section 404
- Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Assessments
- Flora and Fauna Inventories
Environmental Education
- Cultivate Environmental Literature
- Encourage writing about the environment
- Foster a love for reading
- Promote a conversation about natural resources
- Nurture conservation practices
Drone Services
- Produce and analyze georeferenced topographic information
- Digital Elevation Models (DEM)
- Point Clouds
- Orthomosaics
- 3D Models
Permaculture Design
- Walkthrough & Consult
- Site analysis, Concept plan, Next Steps
- Priority staging & Cost analysis
- Master Plan
- Barrier breakthrough and workshop
Our Mission
To support our client’s needs and ideas by providing integrated consulting, program management, technical assistance, project delivery, environmental education and tailored environmental services throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and the Wider Caribbean Region always focusing on compliance, environmental laws and conservation of resources ensuring the well-being of the environment.
Our Vision
To be a leading firm in economic sectors where our tailored environmental full-service assistance and multicultural closeness provide a unique added value to our clients around the region while protecting the value of our natural resources.
We are committed to our country
Recent Articles
Environmental Regulations in Puerto Rico: What Developers Need to Know
Introduction Navigating Puerto Rico’s environmental regulations can be complex, especially for developers unfamiliar with local agencies and procedures. This guide outlines the most important rules
How Diatom Environmental Supports Sustainable Project Development
Introduction Sustainability is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. At Diatom Environmental, we help clients design and develop projects that not only meet regulatory standards