PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSIGHTS
Environmental Insights
Whether you’re a valued agent or an insured, we are committed to offering the insights you need to make informed decisions regarding your coverage options, risk management strategies and more. Discover how our Environmental Division is here to help you tackle your unique challenges and help ensure your protection.
Environmental Team Welcomes New Members
In an effort to ensure we are the insurance company of choice for environmental insurance brokers, it is important we establish a strong and dynamic team. Each issue of Environmental Insider will introduce you to members of our team and describe the unique role they play in supporting you and your clients.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Celebrating Excellence: Environmental Team Members Earn Industry Recognition
Great American Environmental is proud to share that several members of the Great American Environmental Division have recently been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the insurance industry.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Casting Connections – Annual Port Jefferson Fishing Charter
Recently, members of our division hosted some of our east coast brokers and industry contacts for our annual fishing charter in Port Jefferson, NY! We also had the opportunity to host special guests from Great American’s Fidelity & Crime division, to collaborate and cross market with attendees.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
From Insight to Impact: Recapping Our Inaugural Environmental Day of Learning
This October, Great American Environmental hosted its Inaugural Day of Learning in New York City, bringing together early-career brokers and underwriters for a full day of education, networking, and hands-on engagement. Designed to provide a strong foundation in environmental insurance, the event delivered on its promise to inform, inspire and connect.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Conference Connections and Collaborations – Building Stronger Business Relationships
The experts at Great American recognize that face time with our brokers is crucial in cultivating strong, lasting business relationships. Meeting with our brokers helps us better understand our brokers’ needs, strengthen collaboration, and align our team’s efforts to be even more customer-focused and service-oriented.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Great American Environmental & Conservation and Ecological Restoration: Bonding the Future of Conservation
Brokers know the scenario well. A prospect has just secured a grant or been awarded a contract, and now the clock is ticking. They need a performance or payment bond, and fast. You spring into action, scanning your carrier list for a specialized program backed by a seasoned underwriter.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
FETTI 2025: Tackling Tomorrow’s Environmental Challenges Today
This year’s National Forum for Environmental and Toxic Tort Issues (FETTI) Conference once again delivered a world-class experience for professionals navigating the evolving landscape of environmental and toxic tort risks.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Discover What We Cover: A Great American Environmental Podcast – Contractors ProProtect: Building Coverage for Small Business Contractors
Discover What We Cover: A Great American Environmental Podcast focuses on numerous topics related to the environmental insurance industry. Check out our latest episodes to stay up-to-date on recent industry trends!
Tue Nov 11, 2025
The Broker Toolkit Just Got Better! New GLIDER Resources + Hard Hat Hub Highlights
We're thrilled to announce a major extension of our Broker Toolkit, featuring a full suite of new materials supporting our new Commercial General Liability and Environmental Protection Policy, GLIDER. These resources are designed to help you simplify coverage explanations and support clients with confidence.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
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Demo the Difference: See How Contractors ProProtect Builds Better Coverage!
Obtaining a quote for contractors pollution and professional liability coverage is now easier than ever with our newly updated Contractors ProProtect online quoting tool! We’ve recently enhanced the quoter tool based on valuable user feedback, making the process even more streamlined and intuitive.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Introducing GLIDER: A New Era in Environmental and General Liability Coverage
Great American Environmental is excited to announce the launch of GLIDER: Our new Commercial General Liability and Environmental Protection Policy. GLIDER brings together ISO-based general liability and robust environmental protection, including site-specific pollution, contractor’s pollution, products pollution and recall expense, and transported cargo pollution coverage—all in one flexible, comprehensive policy.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Fresh Tools, Clearer Insights: Explore Our Updated Marketing Materials
We’re excited to share an array of refreshed and newly released marketing materials designed to better support our brokers and agents. These updates reflect our commitment to clarity, expertise and keeping pace with evolving needs in the field.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
A Note from Leadership
At Great American Environmental, we understand that no two risks are alike. That’s why we’re always working to create and improve products that meet the unique challenges our insureds face. Ready to explore what’s new Let’s take a look at our latest specialized solutions, built on deep industry expertise and a strong commitment to coverage that goes beyond the ordinary.
Tue Nov 11, 2025
Introducing GLIDER (General Liability Insurance + Dedicated Environmental Risk)
The Environmental Division of Great American Insurance Group is pleased to announce the newest addition to its suite of environmental products. GLIDER (General Liability Insurance + Dedicated Environmental Risk), a single, integrated policy that marries ISO-based commercial general liability with site-specific pollution liability. Designed for sectors such as manufacturing, chemical processing, waste management, and more, GLIDER delivers coordinated protection for both traditional and environmental exposures—and it’s built by pollution underwriters, not just GL underwriters.
Mon Nov 10, 2025
GLIDER Riskopolis
Manufacturing and warehouse/distribution facilities face a wide range of risks that can disrupt operations, damage processes, and compromise products. Yet, traditional general liability policies often exclude environmental exposures from coverage. The GLIDER Riskopolis highlights real-world scenarios where GLIDER can deliver comprehensive protection, bridging the gap between general liability and pollution liability.
Wed Oct 29, 2025
Discover What We Cover: A Great American Environmental Podcast – Gauging General Liability with GLIDER
Discover What We Cover: A Great American Environmental Podcast focuses on numerous topics related to the environmental insurance industry. Check out our latest episodes to stay up-to-date on recent industry trends!
Fri Oct 10, 2025
Elevating Excellence: Announcing Our New Chief Underwriting Officer
While I have been with Great American’s Environmental Division for several years, I am honored to announce my promotion to serve as the Division’s Chief Underwriting Officer. In this capacity, I am primarily responsible for the results of our book of business and administrate that through guidelines, policies, and other protocols for our underwriters.
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Environmental Training Corner: Early Career Broker Resources
As an insurance broker or agent working within an ever-changing industry, it is important to stay informed on trends where coverage opportunities may follow. We understand that the environmental insurance industry is highly complex, and there's a lot of new information to learn. In response to this, we’ve put together what we consider our most informative and handiest resources to help support your learning and professional journey.
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Ringmasters of Innovation and Teamwork: A Recap of Great American Environmental's Offsite Retreat
Keeping with the division’s collaborative approach, members of our division recently gathered in Malvern, PA for our annual offsite outing. Team members spent two days participating in team building activities, learning from leadership about current trends and upcoming opportunities, and bonding with other members of the division.
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Environmental Team Welcomes New Members
In an effort to ensure we are the insurance company of choice for environmental insurance brokers, it is important we establish a strong and dynamic team. Each issue of Environmental Insider will introduce you to members of our team and describe the unique role they play in supporting you and your clients.
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Join us for Great American Environmental's Day of Learning
Great American Environmental is excited to host its Inaugural Day of Learning this October in New York City, specifically designed for early career brokers. This exclusive event will provide a comprehensive overview of the basics of environmental insurance, equipping attendees with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate this critical field.
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Discover What We Cover: A Great American Environmental Podcast – Catering to Contractors, Part II: A Follow-Up on PCM
Discover What We Cover: A Great American Environmental Podcast focuses on numerous topics related to the environmental insurance industry. Check out our latest episodes to stay up-to-date on recent industry trends!
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Apply for a Quote with Contractors ProProtect and Get a Coffee on Us!
Obtaining a quote for contractors pollution and professional liability coverage is easier than ever with our new, user-friendly online quoting platform. You can complete your application in less time than it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee. Put it to the test: Complete a submission any time between June 1 - August 1 and receive a $10 Starbucks gift card on us!
Thu Jun 05, 2025
Premises Environmental Liability Protection
A Premise Environmental Liability (PRE) policy from Great American’s Environmental Division provides protection against environmental liability resulting from pollution conditions associated with a covered location, including: bodily injury, property damage, legal expenses and clean-up costs.
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Expanded Coverage for Professional and Contracting Services
Great American Environmental has updated its Professional and Contracting Services Environmental Liability Insurance Policy (PCM)! This policy covers bodily injury, property damage, legal expenses and clean-up costs resulting from pollution conditions associated with Contracting Services. It also provides coverage for liability associated with Acts, Errors and Omissions arising from Professional Services.
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Understanding Contractors ProProtect – Product Video
Contractors ProProtect is Great American Environmental’s program providing environmental and specialized coverage for contractors in numerous classes of business and contracting specialties. Check out our Overview video to learn more about Contractors ProProtect and whether it’s the right fit for your clients!
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Contractors ProProtect: Contractors Pollution and Professional Liability Insurance
Contractors ProProtect is Great American Environmental’s unique insurance program built for contractors. It offers both pollution and professional liability coverage, making it a comprehensive and cost-effective solution to meet your clients’ contractual obligations.
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Environmental Training Corner: Great Rewards Program 2025 Launch
As an insurance broker or agent working within an ever-changing industry, it is important to stay informed on trends where coverage opportunities may follow. In response, Great American Environmental is continuously seeking ways to provide great resources and educational opportunities to brokers.
Wed Feb 26, 2025
2025 Industry Trends
Be ready when life happens. These industry-trend situations illustrate the variety of environmental exposures that could affect your customers!
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Wrong Place, Wrong Time – Gas Stations
Be ready when life happens. These gas station situations illustrate the variety of environmental exposures that could affect your customer!
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Wrong Place, Wrong Time – Small Contractors
Accidents happen. Great American Environmental can protect against a number of potential risks and exposures for small business contractors. These claims scenarios demonstrate potential situations where Contractors ProProtect can provide protection for your small business contractors.
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Jingling, Mingling, and Snow Much Fun – Great American Environmental’s New York Holiday Party
Great American Environmental started the new year with a bang by celebrating with our awesome brokers and agents at Great American Environmental’s New York Holiday Party!
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Environmental Team Welcomes New Member
In an effort to ensure we are the insurance company of choice for environmental insurance brokers, it is important we establish a strong and dynamic team. Each issue of Environmental Insider will introduce you to members of our team and describe the unique role they play in supporting you and your clients.
Wed Feb 26, 2025
Interior Risks Riskopolis
Multipurpose buildings face a variety of environmental and health risks, from mold and asbestos to chemical spills and vapor intrusions. These scenarios emphasize the importance of proactive safety measures to protect your client’s tenants. Explore our Interior Risks Riskopolis to learn about these hazards.
Fri Feb 14, 2025
Contractors ProProtect Riskopolis
The services provided by contractors in our local communities are essential for our everyday security and comfort, from maintaining our homes and offices to upholding infrastructure. The Contractors ProProtect Riskopolis showcases some potential pollution and professional liability risks facing small contractors.
Thu Feb 06, 2025
Environmental in the Community: Making Spirits Bright
This holiday season, the members of Great American Environmental made charitable contributions and volunteered their time to numerous local organizations.
Fri Jan 24, 2025
Great American Environmental's Gregory Kelder Inducted Into 2024 IBA Hall Of Fame
Great American’s Environmental Division is thrilled to announced that Senior Vice President and Head of Claims Gregory Kelder has been selected into the 2024 IBA Hall of Fame.
Fri Jan 24, 2025
Great American Environmental’s Sara Brothers Nominated One of Top 50 Women Leaders in Insurance
Great American Environmental is elated to announce that our very own Sara Brothers was named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of Insurance for 2024 by Women We Admire.
Fri Jan 24, 2025
Waste Management Riskopolis
Can you spot the environmental risks hiding in the scene below? Take a closer look at each one by clicking on the numbers.
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Brownfield Redevelopment Riskopolis: Weather-Triggering Incidents
Regardless of where you reside in the world, chances are you may experience some degree of severe weather or a natural disaster event. These events have the potential to generate long-term environmental harm, incur costs, delay construction and cause liability for redevelopment project and site owners. Are your clients protected?
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Brownfield Redevelopment Riskopolis Series
While all redevelopment projects have the potential to uncover risks, using a brownfield site for an infrastructure expansion or development project can unveil additional contaminants related to past operations. Are your clients protected from these lurking environmental dangers?
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Brownfield Redevelopment Riskopolis – Business Interruption
Are environmental risks ‘sealed’ after a business is officially ‘open’? The answer is no. business interruption incidents may occur, resulting in costly remedial action and temporary shutdowns. Are you clients protected?
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Storage Tank Riskopolis
With ever-changing regulatory requirements, we know the unique challenges that storage tank owners may face. Environmental pollution exposure can have disastrous effects on the bottom line and reputation of a business. Whether it is a diesel release during fueling or aging equipment, storage tank exposures may pose an array of environmental and compliance issues. The Storage Tank Riskopolis showcases some of these exposures that could be detrimental to your clients’ businesses.
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Warehouse Riskopolis
The logistics industry poses many hazards. Whether at the warehouse or through transportation management, there are countless environmental concerns that require proper coverage. Are your warehouse clients protected against these environmental dangers that could be lurking?
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Ocean Marine Riskopolis
We know the unique challenges that maritime industry professionals face in their line of work. Environmental pollution risks can have disastrous effects on a business’s bottom line and reputation. Whether it is a diesel release during fueling or sewage discharge from vessels, marine operations may pose an array of environmental exposures. The Ocean Marine Riskopolis showcases some of these exposures that could be detrimental to your clients’ businesses.
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Agriculture Riskopolis
We know the unique challenges that farm professionals of all kinds face in their line of work. Whether it is a chemical overspray or leaking aboveground storage tank, agriculture operation may pose an array of environmental exposures. The Agriculture Riskopolis showcases some of the environmental risks that could be detrimental to your clients’ businesses.
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Construction-Focused Riskopolis Series
There are many potential risks utility contractors specializing in sewer, gas and electrical operations face in their line of work. Are your contractors clients protected from these lurking environmental dangers?
Fri Oct 04, 2024
Strength Through Specialization
Several of our U.S. Operations share their latest insights and news. Choose a business from the drop-down menu.
Company Press Releases
Great American Insurance Group’s Environmental Division Collaborates with Great American’s División Daños México to Offer Pollution Coverage in Mexico
Great American’s Environmental Division is pleased to announce a collaboration with División Daños México to expand its product offerings into Mexico.
Mon Dec 01, 2025