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HEnv Project #201603 March 1, 2016 4 III. INTRODUCTION III.1. Purpose and Scope On February 8, 2016, HEnv was authorized by Oakwood Solar Farm, LLC to conduct a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) for the site located at 6517 U.S. Highway 70 in Mebane, Orange County, North Carolina. The purpose of this Phase I ESA was to identify on-site or off-site recognized environmental conditions (RECs) that may adversely affect the subject site. The environmental assessment was conducted in accordance with ASTM E 1527-13 and EPA Standards and Practices for All Appropriate Inquiries. The environmental assessment was conducted under the supervision or responsible charge of an individual that qualifies as an environmental professional, as defined in 40 CFR §312. This report is provided for Oakwood Solar Farm, LLC; ESA Renewables, LLC; their successors, and/or assigns. This report is not intended to be used or relied upon in connection with other projects or by other unidentified third parties. The use of this report by any undesignated third party or parties will be at such party’s sole risk and HEnv disclaims liability for any such third party use or reliance. III.2. General Limiting Conditions This report involves a site reconnaissance, review of regulatory information, and historical summary in accordance with the ASTM standard. In conducting this Phase I ESA, HEnv used and assumed accuracy and completeness in information obtained from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) and/or the Orange County government. Additionally, HEnv used information obtained from a database search prepared by Environmental Data Resources, Inc. (EDR). It should be noted that a Phase I ESA does not include subsurface exploration or chemical screening of soil and groundwater. Therefore, no statement of scientific certainty can be made regarding subsurface conditions that may be the result of on-site or off-site sources. The findings and conclusions of this report are based on professional judgment regarding the data gathered during the course of this assessment. The findings of this Phase I ESA are based on the conversations, data reviews, and field observations noted in this report. The findings could change, based on other information that could become available in the future. HEnv is not liable for the discovery or elimination of hazards that may potentially cause damage, accidents, or injury. ASTM E-1527-13 defines a "recognized environmental condition" (REC) as: "the presence or likely presence of any hazardous substances or petroleum products on a property under conditions that indicate an existing release, a past release, or a material threat of a release of any hazardous substances or petroleum products into structures on the property or into the ground, groundwater, or surface water of the property. The term includes hazardous substances or petroleum products even under conditions in compliance with laws. The term is not intended to include de minimis conditions that generally do not present a threat to human health or the environment and that generally would not be the subject of an enforcement action if brought to the attention of appropriate governmental agencies." 51