The Environmental Transformation Podcast with Sean Grady
The Environmental Transformation Podcast with Sean Grady
Welcome to one of the top environmental podcasts dedicated to transforming the industry. Hosted by Sean Grady, this podcast brings together the brightest leaders and experts in the field. Whether you're a business leader, environmental health and safety professional, or sustainability practitioner, our episodes provide valuable insights into the latest trends, emerging digital technologies, and industry innovations shaping the future of the environmental sector. We dive deep into topics such as: - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies - Climate Change and Sustainability - Environmental Regulations and Compliance challenges - Digital Transformation and Technology - Top service providers that are driving change in the industry Each episode features in-depth interviews with industry leaders, giving you actionable knowledge and real-world examples to help you stay ahead in your field. Tune in to discover how the environmental sector is evolving and how you can lead the change. Join Sean Grady and our expert guests as we explore the critical issues impacting the future of our planet and the businesses shaping it. Tune in to discover how the environmental sector is evolving and how you can lead the change. Join Sean Grady and our expert guests as we explore the critical issues impacting the future of our planet and the businesses shaping it. Become part of the ET Nation today!
Feb. 11, 2025

Understanding Environmental Insurance with Expert John Wasilchuk

Understanding Environmental Insurance with Expert John Wasilchuk. In this episode of the Environmental Transformation Podcast, host Sean Grady speaks with John Wasilchuk, the Director of the Environmental Practice at Gallagher Risk Management Services. John shares his extensive experience in evaluating environmental risks and designing insurance programs for organizations and the benefits of environmental insurance for industrial waste companies. Plus, he shares the impact of climate change on insurance premiums. John also explains the importance of due diligence, data organization, and communication with insurance carriers to achieve favorable rates and coverage. Various scenarios related to environmental liabilities, such as property acquisitions, transportation of hazardous materials, and managing legacy sites, are examined. Whether you're an insurance buyer or a company dealing with environmental risks, this episode provides valuable insights into managing and mitigating those risks through comprehensive insurance solutions.

If you're looking to understand environmental insurance, risk management, and how to protect your business from environmental liabilities, this episode is for you. We dive into insurance for environmental risks, including pollution liability insurance, property and casualty insurance, and site remediation insurance, with insights from Gallagher Insurance. Learn about industrial hazardous waste insurance, phase 1 and phase 2 environmental assessments, and environmental consulting as we explore how businesses can navigate CERCLA and Superfund sites, environmental due diligence, and environmental liability transfer. We also discuss insurance for waste brokers, renewable energy projects, and the impact of climate change on insurance rates. Plus, we break down PFAS insurance coverage, the role of pollution exclusions in general liability policies, and how companies can secure better insurance coverage for environmental risks. Whether you're interested in how to manage environmental risks with insurance, understanding pollution liability and insurance coverage, or simply finding the best insurance policies for hazardous waste management, this conversation will provide essential insights for businesses facing environmental challenges.

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Director in the Environmental Practice

John is a Director in the Environmental Practice at Gallagher Risk Management Services. He helps organizations with elevated environmental risk profiles manage their property & casualty insurance programs, where he supports risk management, claims support and marketing and designing insurance programs.

John began his career in 2004 as an Environmental Consultant, performing Phase I & Phase II environmental site assessments, tank removals and remediation projects at residential, commercial, industrial and mining sites throughout the united states. He has written hundreds of technical reports and served as a client advocate and liaison to State Environmental Agencies and EPA. He transitioned to the insurance industry as a broker in 2010, working at two other global insurance brokerages and as a Senior Underwriter at a global insurance carrier, prior to his current role at Gallagher.