June 3, 2026
2:15PM - 3:15PM

Environment Track: Water & Waste

PFAS Monitoring for Stormwater Discharges – Overview of Upcoming Regulations

Speaker: Gaurav Tripathi

This presentation will provide an overview of the recent regulatory developments proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) program which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial activities.

The discussion covers indicator analytical monitoring required for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other notable proposed changes that will go into effect with the new MSGP on 14 August 2026. The presentation will also include an overview of upcoming regulatory changes that would apply to industrial stormwater discharges under the MSGP and steps that entities can take to prepare for these regulatory changes, particularly focusing on the PFAS sampling requirements.