Since our foundation in 1996, we have been providing comprehensive environmental monitoring services throughout Latvia.
Over the years, we have developed an efficient logistics system that allows us to provide high quality services at competitive costs, while fully managing the entire monitoring process. This includes sampling and laboratory analysis, as well as the preparation and submission of detailed reports to regulatory authorities, providing clients with a complete service cycle in one place.
The company is LATAK accredited for both sampling and laboratory testing to national and international quality standards. In addition, the Environmental Consultancy Bureau holds a subsoil use licence, which certifies its professional competence and legal compliance for activities in the field of environmental monitoring.
Mandatory for all petrol stations and petroleum product storage sites with underground storage tanks. Monitoring allows early detection of leaks in tanks or pipelines, preventing the release of petroleum products into groundwater and soil. Regular measurements (quarterly or semi-annually) ensure a rapid response, minimising or eliminating the risk of remediation and administrative fines. LATAK accredited results are legally relevant for NHS inspections and insurance cases.
Required for all active landfills and closed landfills 30 years after closure. Monitoring monitors the impact of leachate (liquid formed in the waste mass) on groundwater by measuring heavy metals, organic matter and other contaminants. The results help to assess the effectiveness of the landfill containment system and to plan reclamation measures, and are also mandatory for annual reporting to the SES.
Required for companies undertaking potentially polluting activities or long-term environmental monitoring. The system includes strategic placement of monitoring wells according to groundwater flow direction, installation of automatic sensors for continuous data acquisition and regular cleaning of wells to ensure representative samples. Particularly important in industrial areas, former military bases and remediation projects.
Mandatory for all businesses with wastewater treatment plants and those discharging wastewater to the environment and to centralised sewerage systems. Monitoring monitors treatment efficiency (BOD5, COD, particulate matter in water, nitrogen, phosphorus) and compliance with discharge limits. The audit identifies technological deficiencies, optimises the consumption of chemical reagents and energy resources, reducing operating costs by up to 30%. The results are needed for the MoEPRD reports and for the fulfilment of the conditions of the Category B permits.
Mandatory for all centralised water supply providers, as well as for institutions with local water supply systems (schools, kindergartens, factories, hotels). Monitoring ensures control of microbiological (E.coli, enterococci) and chemical (heavy metals, nitrates, pesticides) parameters, guaranteeing the safety of water for consumers. The frequency of testing depends on the population served, ranging from once a year to several times a month.
This process is particularly important for water companies and municipalities using groundwater boreholes. Regular monitoring of water levels can ensure that boreholes are used sustainably, without depleting supplies and preventing excessive drawdown.
Water quality monitoring helps to detect risks early, such as saltwater intrusion into coastal areas, pollution from nearby sites or natural changes in water chemistry. The data obtained are essential for updating groundwater passports and accurately estimating available water supplies.
“The aim of the Environmental Consultancy Office is to provide clients with a safe and sustainable solution for environmental quality monitoring, based on professional experience and modern technology. Working with us means early identification of risks, compliance with regulatory requirements and lower costs in the long term.
