About the SDSU Brownfields Project

The SDSU Brownfields Project is leading three brownfield-focused activities: the National City Brownfields Assessment Project, the development of the California Potential Brownfields Inventory, and the Brownfield Reuse and Environmental Workforce Program. All three projects are focused on addressing brownfields and related environmental conditions to promote environmental justice.

What is a Brownfield?

Per the EPA, “a brownfield is a property, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant.” Brownfields funding from the EPA and DTSC allows for state, local governments, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders to collaborate on activities associated with the prevention, assessment, cleanup, and planning for sustainable and equitable reuse of brownfields.