Court Docket No.: 1:17-cv-01906

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The email discusses the EPA's impending release of a proposed rule for biofuel volume mandates for 2018, maintaining conventional ethanol volumes at 15 billion gallons and increasing advanced biofuels to 4.38 billion gallons, while highlighting potential delays in finalizing the rule by the November 30 deadline. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's email discusses a Bloomberg BNA report on the impending Chinese import ban on certain recycled materials, which threatens to disrupt U.S. recycling operations and could lead to increased landfill use. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email discusses the Trump administration's efforts, led by the Department of Transportation, to expedite the federal environmental permitting process for infrastructure projects through a new executive order, while also highlighting the ongoing challenges in realizing a $1 trillion infrastructure investment plan. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The EPA is considering whether to appeal a court ruling that requires the reinstatement of methane emissions standards for new oil and gas wells, as reported in the July 13, 2017 Energy and Climate Report. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the fallout from Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's threats regarding Alaska's energy priorities following Senator Lisa Murkowski's vote against Obamacare, prompting calls for investigations and a FOIA request for related communications. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Bloomberg BNA Daily Environment Report, highlighting news on the Trump administration's support for a bill to sanction Russia, amidst internal disagreements within the White House. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email discusses the anticipated release of President Trump's fiscal year 2018 budget, highlighting a proposed 31% cut to the EPA's budget and the skepticism among lawmakers regarding the feasibility of such cuts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 15
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses President Trump's pardon of former Sheriff Joe Arpaio, highlighting his conviction for federal contempt and the White House's justification based on Arpaio's public service. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The EPA's Environment & Safety Resource Center Update from September 18, 2017, discusses updates to the Chemicals Management Guide, including new reporting requirements for nanoscale substances under TSCA and changes to injury and illness reporting regulations in Oklahoma. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses congressional criticism of proposed funding cuts to clean energy programs at the DOE, personnel changes within the agency, ongoing litigation regarding greenhouse gas regulations, and a FOIA request from the Natural Resources Defense Council concerning the EPA's website retention policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental topics, including the impact of recent Democratic election victories on clean energy initiatives, criticism of the EPA's ozone designations, and Senate Democrats' strategies against Trump's environmental nominees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email discusses political developments related to President Trump's healthcare legislation efforts and the impact of Senator John McCain's opposition, as reported in the POLITICO Playbook. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 24
The EPA issued a final rule approving revisions to the Alabama and Florida State Implementation Plans (SIPs) related to air quality regulations, including a state trading program for nitrogen oxides emissions in Alabama and updates to air permitting requirements in Florida, effective November 6, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced plans to formally sign a proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan, arguing it exceeded the agency's regulatory authority and unfairly favored certain energy sources. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA has released interim final guidance for states to establish their own coal ash management permit programs, following a congressional change allowing state delegation, while environmental groups call for a formal rulemaking process to ensure adequate protections. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA and TCEQ are coordinating efforts to address the environmental impacts of Hurricane Harvey, reporting improvements in air quality and the operational status of drinking water systems while mobilizing resources and personnel to assist affected areas. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the agency's proposed budget cuts for fiscal year 2018, highlighting state officials' responses, criticisms from environmentalists, and the implications for EPA's climate work and workforce restructuring. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the successful management of California's electricity grid during the solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, highlighting the effective planning and resource allocation by the California Independent System Operator to mitigate the loss of solar power generation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA is proposing to retain the current primary National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for nitrogen dioxide (NO2) as protective of public health, following a review mandated by the Clean Air Act and a federal court order. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA issued a direct final rule and a proposed rule to amend regulations under 40 CFR 52.770, approving a revision to the Indiana State Implementation Plan (SIP) that incorporates the 2015 edition of the Code of Federal Regulations, effective August 25, 2017, with comments due by July 26, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The document is an EHS Federal Regulatory Alert from the EPA detailing proposed approvals for revisions to the New Jersey and New York State Implementation Plans (SIPs) for regional haze, indicating improvements in visibility and compliance with reasonable progress goals, with comments due by August 31, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses California's willingness to negotiate greenhouse gas emissions targets for vehicles with the Trump administration, contingent on tougher standards for post-2025. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The EPA's July 7, 2017 Energy and Climate Report discusses various environmental issues, including new regulations on flaring fees for Los Angeles refineries, ongoing legal disputes over the Chemical Safety Board's access to ExxonMobil records, cybersecurity threats to U.S. power plants, and the Interior Department's reconsideration of protections for the greater sage grouse. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report highlighting Donald Trump's efforts to understand European perspectives on climate change amid debates over the Paris Agreement during the G-7 summit. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses recent developments in climate policy, including a federal court ruling against Wyoming's penalties on Volkswagen for emissions violations, ongoing debates regarding the Clean Power Plan, and comments on the proposed renewable fuel standard for 2018. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's June 14, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses potential House votes on environmental bills, highlights pollution issues with Fiat Chrysler vehicles, and notes lawsuits against the Energy Secretary for delaying appliance efficiency rules. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA's June 6, 2017 Energy and Climate Report discusses various climate-related developments, including the resignation of U.S. diplomat David Rank over the Paris accord withdrawal, corporate support for climate policies, and advancements in energy nominations and projects. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA received an email detailing the U.S. government's support for the Kigali Amendment to reduce hydrofluorocarbon emissions, including a commitment of $36.67 million annually to assist developing nations, while noting the ongoing process to submit the agreement to the Senate for approval. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA is reconsidering regulations on coal combustion residuals as hazardous waste, as mentioned in the Energy and Climate Report dated September 14, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA defended its economic analysis of the Clean Water Rule against critics' claims that it was based solely on data from the economic recession, asserting that the analysis was more comprehensive and included five years of data. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses skepticism among climate change scientists regarding EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's proposal for a debate on climate science, expressing concerns that it may undermine scientific integrity and support regulatory rollbacks. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
the EPA received an email discussing the fallout from Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's threats regarding Alaska's energy priorities following Senator Lisa Murkowski's vote against Obamacare, prompting calls for investigations and a push for cooperation between Alaska's senators and the Trump administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses concerns regarding new biofuel exemption prospects for small oil refineries, highlighting the potential impact on compliance obligations for larger refiners following a recent court decision and congressional direction. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York has subpoenaed former White House adviser Carl Icahn regarding his involvement in efforts to change the federal biofuels program, as disclosed in a filing by Icahn Enterprises. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA discusses key insights and predictions regarding Alabama's special election, highlighting the competitive Republican primary and the potential implications for establishment Republicans and President Trump's influence. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is implementing a policy that retroactively bars current science advisors from receiving agency grants, prompting concerns of a "purge" of independent advisors, while also preparing to pause provisions of the Obama-era oil and gas methane rule and facing criticism over budget cuts affecting the agency's strategic plan. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses the nomination of Kevin McIntyre as FERC chairman by the Trump administration, highlighting the urgency for the Senate to confirm him and other nominees to restore the commission's quorum and functionality. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Politico reporters to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses James Comey's testimony regarding President Trump's interactions with him and the implications of Russian interference in the U.S. elections, emphasizing that Trump is not under investigation and highlighting Comey's concerns about the president's honesty. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The EPA issued a regulatory alert on August 31, 2017, detailing updates to the Georgia SIP, corrections to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, and a proposed rule for revisions to the Illinois SIP concerning emissions control from coal-fired electric generating units. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email discusses Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's announcement of a review of sage grouse conservation plans across 11 Western states, which has raised concerns among conservationists about potential impacts on habitat protection due to pressures from oil and gas interests. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various energy and climate-related news, including the Trump administration's plans to repeal Obama-era greenhouse gas regulations, the Dutch Central Bank's call for financial institutions to address climate risks, and updates on endangered species protections and energy projects. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA is monitoring the potential release of flame retardants from imported products, as indicated in a report highlighting various environmental issues, including the reauthorization of the brownfields program and concerns over a DuPont cleanup plan. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced a policy barring scientists who receive EPA grants from serving on agency advisory boards to preserve scientific integrity, which may lead to the replacement of current members with individuals aligned with industry interests. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses concerns from House Republicans regarding the inclusion of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) drilling in the Senate's tax reform package, highlighting potential complications for the bill's passage and opposition from former Republican officials, as reported by POLITICO's Morning Energy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA is required to provide updates every 90 days on the review of the carbon emissions rule for future power plants, as the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has indefinitely frozen challenges to the rule amid concerns over the Trump administration's inaction. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The document discusses the criminal case against executives from Samarco, Vale, and BHP Billiton related to homicide and environmental crimes, while also mentioning ongoing civil lawsuits and the oil production strategies of shale drillers amid a market slump. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email discusses the ongoing Bonn climate talks, highlighting California Governor Jerry Brown's active participation in advocating for climate action, while also noting the Republican push to include oil drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as part of a tax-cut plan, overseen by Senator Lisa Murkowski. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA is initiating a two-year pilot project to streamline Superfund cleanup standards in collaboration with states, amidst ongoing discussions about the agency's role in Superfund reforms and the impact of recent hurricanes on contaminated sites. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses Senator Shelley Moore Capito's support for the Trump administration's decision to withdraw from the Clean Power Plan, emphasizing the positive changes for West Virginia's coal industry and the importance of considering the economic impact of regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the influx of requests from industry groups to reconsider or rescind various environmental regulations, particularly those established during the Obama administration, as the agency under Administrator Scott Pruitt navigates a lack of political appointees to manage its regulatory functions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 25
The email from Frank Maisano discusses the impending announcement by EPA Administrator Pruitt to formally sign the proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan (CPP) following a recent event in Kentucky, while also mentioning the impact of Hurricane Nate on Gulf oil production and recent activities at the Society of Environmental Journalists conference in Pittsburgh. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 12
The EPA's EHS State Regulatory Alert from September 1, 2017, outlines proposed regulatory changes in Florida and Iowa regarding radiologic technology standards and hazardous waste management, with comments due by September 20, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 19
The email discusses the Senate's expected confirmation of William Wehrum to lead the EPA's air office, highlighting the agency's agenda to roll back Obama-era air regulations and increasing pressure on Administrator Scott Pruitt to testify before Congress. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA is reviewing a plan to pause the implementation of an Obama-era methane emissions rule for oil and gas wells, while Colorado may shut down wells if operators fail to meet inspection deadlines following a recent fatal explosion. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses FERC's decision to deny requests for an extension on the comment period regarding the DOE's grid resiliency pricing proposal, maintaining the original deadlines for comments. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from May 24, 2017, highlights the Trump administration's proposed fiscal year 2018 budget, which would significantly reduce EPA staffing to its lowest levels since the mid-1980s, and discusses ongoing legal actions related to air pollution and the potential elimination of the Chemical Safety Board. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various updates, including Attorney General Jeff Sessions' directive for the DOJ to review settlements involving third-party payments related to the EPA, the agency's efforts to streamline risk reviews for new chemicals under the updated Toxic Substances Control Act, and concerns from the oil and gas sector regarding compliance with methane standards. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email discusses President Trump's contentious relationship with Senate Republicans and his potential threat of a government shutdown over funding for a border wall, as reported in the POLITICO Playbook. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The EPA's Ryan Jackson received an Energy and Climate Report on August 14, 2017, highlighting various energy topics including the operation of Brazil's first corn ethanol plant, a federal ruling on coal permit emissions, delays in a biodiesel dumping investigation, and Energy Secretary Rick Perry's upcoming visit to the Hanford Nuclear Site. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA has issued a 90-day stay on its methane standards for landfills while reconsidering certain provisions, amidst calls from Congress for greater public participation in upcoming meetings. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses a White House meeting during Energy Week where state officials and Native American tribal leaders, including representatives from the Navajo Nation, will address energy development on tribal lands and the future of the Navajo Generating Station, amidst concerns about its long-term viability and maintenance costs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA, under Scott Pruitt, announced plans to review the upcoming National Climate Assessment report, emphasizing the need for objective evaluation of its scientific findings while dismissing discussions on carbon emissions as politically motivated. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various actions and decisions by the Trump administration's EPA, including a lawsuit by the Sierra Club regarding Renewable Fuel Standards, Administrator Scott Pruitt's rejection of comments on greenhouse gas findings, a request for clarification on a solid waste ruling, the removal of climate change references from the EPA's state energy website, and an upcoming DOJ guide on settlement directives. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA announced the withdrawal of a direct final rule approving revisions to the Missouri State Implementation Plan regarding infrastructure requirements for the 2008 ozone and 2010 sulfur dioxide NAAQS due to adverse comments, effective November 28, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The EPA announced a proposed consent decree with Harley-Davidson Inc. regarding violations of the Clean Air Act related to the sale of illegal aftermarket devices and uncertified motorcycles, requiring a $12 million penalty and compliance measures for future sales. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email discusses the ongoing debate over the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) new five-year offshore drilling plan, highlighting contrasting positions from lawmakers and environmental groups regarding drilling in the Arctic and Atlantic regions, as well as the deadline for public comments. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from the EPA discusses delays in revamping lead pipe regulations following the Flint water crisis, highlights EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's decision to avoid settling environmental lawsuits, and mentions California's ongoing climate change efforts amidst federal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses skepticism among climate scientists regarding Administrator Scott Pruitt's proposal for a debate on climate science, fearing it may undermine existing regulations aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA provides a regulatory alert detailing proposed amendments in Arkansas regarding income tax credits for waste reduction and a draft ozone attainment plan for the Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District in California. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA's Daily Environment Report for August 31, 2017, highlights air pollution concerns in Houston due to Hurricane Harvey, Maryland's efforts to clean the Chesapeake Bay, and various energy-related developments including Enbridge's pipeline repairs and Xcel Energy's proposal to close coal-fired units in Colorado. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Press Office issued a response to an Associated Press article by Michael Biesecker, criticizing it for being misleading about the agency's efforts and assessments of Superfund sites in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental topics, including the implications of Brexit on U.K. carbon allowances, the Interior Department's efforts to streamline land decision processes for oil and gas projects, and insights on groundwater management in California compared to other states, as well as a UN call for global action to reduce fishing bycatch. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The EPA's October 12, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses the House's expedited passage of a $36.5 billion disaster aid package for hurricane and wildfire relief, ongoing legal challenges to the Clean Power Plan, and the agency's efforts to improve oversight of state actions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses a Wall Street Journal editorial highlighting the revival of the coal industry under Trump administration policies, contrasting it with the previous Obama administration's regulatory approach that aimed to limit coal production and consumption. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from August 23, 2017, discusses various topics including the Senate's urging of President Trump to withdraw the USDA nomination of Sam Clovis, worsening air pollution in China, trade challenges for Argentine biodiesel, and claims against Exxon Mobil regarding climate change misinformation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various climate-related actions and announcements from state officials and the Trump administration, including Colorado's commitment to the Paris Agreement, California's cap-and-trade extension, and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's comments on greenhouse gas regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the U.S. Interior Department's plans to offer significant acreage for oil and gas drilling in Alaska and the Gulf of Mexico, highlighting concerns about low interest from companies due to high production costs and low oil prices, as well as the implications for public revenue and land use. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA published a Daily Environment Report on June 23, 2017, detailing its plans to evaluate asbestos risk, establish new chemical oversight regulations, and refine risk assessments for specific solvents and chemicals, while also granting cement plants an extension for compliance with hydrochloric acid emissions limits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report on the Trump administration's push to support the coal industry as a means of ensuring grid reliability, despite the growing role of renewable energy sources, and references a Department of Energy study advocating for less stringent regulations on coal plants. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The EPA's Energy and Climate Report from May 30, 2017, discusses potential consequences of the U.S. withdrawing from the Paris Accord, highlights Exxon's shareholder meeting on climate issues, and notes India's commitment to the Paris Agreement despite U.S. actions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental topics, including progress in global emissions trading at U.N. climate talks, the expansion of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, and the approval of a drilling measure in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge by a Senate committee. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various topics including state officials' hopes for continued grants under Administrator Scott Pruitt despite proposed cuts, concerns from Democrats regarding the nomination of Jeffrey Clark to head the DOJ's environmental division, and a debate over the implementation of new TSCA rules, alongside a coalition of attorneys general threatening to sue the EPA over delays in methane emissions regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Environmental Protection Agency is assessing the impact of Hurricane Harvey on Superfund sites in Houston, amid community concerns about contamination spreading beyond secured areas and the adequacy of cleanup policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 27
The EPA's Daily Environment Report for August 15, 2017, highlights key environmental news including the launch of Brazil's first corn ethanol plant, Energy Secretary Rick Perry's visit to the Hanford Nuclear Site regarding cleanup management, and a federal judge's ruling against the U.S. Office of Surface Mining for failing to consider climate impacts in a coal mining permit decision. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from the EPA's PA Press Office discusses Senator Shelley Moore Capito's support for the Trump administration's decision to withdraw from the Obama-era Clean Power Plan, highlighting a listening session in Charleston and emphasizing the positive economic impact of this change on West Virginia's coal industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA's November 9, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses proposed amendments to mining rights regulations in Alaska and updates on oil and gas industry regulations, including a new rule on well casing and cementing, with deadlines for public comments and scheduled hearings. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The EPA announced a public hearing in West Virginia on November 28 and 29, 2017, to gather comments on the proposed withdrawal of the Clean Power Plan, with an extended comment period until January 16, 2018. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's November 8, 2017, EHS State Regulatory Alert discusses proposed amendments by the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District to operational development fees and CEQA regulations aimed at mitigating emissions from new developments, with a public hearing scheduled for December 12, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from POLITICO discusses President Trump's upcoming meeting with Mitch McConnell to address the fall legislative agenda and his encouragement of Steve Bannon to challenge Republican incumbents who do not support his tax overhaul plan. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The EPA's June 26, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses new chemical risk rules that extend deadlines for data submission, highlights a Supreme Court ruling affecting property rights, and notes ongoing legal actions regarding chemical facility safety regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email discusses California Attorney General Xavier Becerra's lawsuit against EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for failing to provide documents related to his ethics arrangements, highlighting concerns over transparency within the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the launch of a project by Resources for the Future to update the social cost of carbon, the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts to the EPA, and state-level commitments to the Paris Agreement amidst changing federal climate policies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA announced the appointment of Pete Lopez as the new Region 2 administrator, responsible for overseeing environmental issues in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, particularly in the wake of recent hurricanes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 22
The email from Morning Media to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses President Trump's media criticism during a rally in Phoenix, Arizona, highlighting his attacks on various news outlets and his defense of Fox News. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 18
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a Bloomberg BNA report on Westinghouse Electric Co.'s decision to exit the nuclear plant construction business following its bankruptcy filing, highlighting the company's shift to focus solely on engineering and procurement services. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the appointment of Doug Benevento as the Region 8 Administrator, responsible for overseeing environmental protection efforts in several states including Colorado and Utah. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The EPA and TCEQ provided updates to local and national leaders on the health and environmental impacts of Hurricane Harvey at Superfund sites in Houston, while allowing news crews to document the assessment efforts on-site. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's EHS State Regulatory Alert from November 20, 2017, details updates on water quality regulations in Colorado and the recall of proposed oil and gas regulations in Indiana. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a daily environment report highlighting legal actions by states and industry groups seeking a rehearing on a court decision that mandates the EPA to implement methane emissions limits, as well as a court ruling affecting the Trump administration's biofuel proposals. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 16
The EPA is considering rewriting carbon dioxide pollution standards for power plants, as utilities like Ameren and Entergy advocate for a replacement to the Clean Power Plan amid concerns over potential lawsuits and stricter future regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11