Climate and Energy Regulatory Discussions

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The email from Hilary Moffett to EPA officials discusses a joint letter from the American Petroleum Institute and the American Chemistry Council requesting the EPA to reconsider the implementation of the TSCA Inventory Notifications to ensure efficient online listing of active chemicals during the notification period. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
Aurelia Skipwith, from the Department of the Interior, expressed her interest in attending the US Global Leadership Coalition's annual Tribute Dinner on December 5, 2017, while noting that she is undergoing an ethics review. 2017 8
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a speaking engagement for an individual named Scott at the Coal and Investment forum on June 5, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses congressional criticism of the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts to the EPA, concerns over California's vehicle emissions standards, the appointment of Henry Darwin as assistant deputy administrator, and the closure of a climate collaboration office at the Energy Department. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA is reorganizing its policy office, dissolving its climate change adaptation staff and reallocating their responsibilities to other offices, as part of a shift in focus under Administrator Scott Pruitt's priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA's September 29, 2017 Daily Environment Report discusses various environmental topics, including air pollution regulations, the extraction of rare earth minerals from coal, and the challenges faced by public water utilities, while highlighting the upcoming leadership change in EPA Region 2. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The National Mining Association issued a press release praising EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's support for coal during his visit to the Harvey Mine, highlighting the importance of coal to the U.S. economy and energy security. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The National Mining Association's Hal Quinn praises the Trump administration's regulatory changes aimed at revitalizing the coal industry, arguing that dismantling the Clean Power Plan will boost coal production and preserve jobs, thereby enhancing national energy security. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The EPA's Daily Environment Report from June 30, 2017, discusses the halting of a coal jobs analysis due to a federal court ruling, President Trump's initiatives to promote energy dominance, and clarifications regarding chemical risk evaluations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses a meeting request from Rashid G. Hallaway on behalf of Steve Chancellor of White Stallion Energy to meet with Administrator Pruitt to discuss coal industry regulations. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email discusses the U.S. position on the Paris climate agreement during the G7 summit, highlighting President Trump's refusal to support the accord while other nations expressed hope for a change in stance, as reported by POLITICO. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 13
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a report by the EIA predicting that renewable energy will account for nearly a third of global electricity generation by 2040, significantly reducing coal's share and emphasizing the growth of renewables and nuclear power. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Sarah Greenwalt from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Megan Berge from Baker Botts discusses scheduling a lunch meeting on July 5, 2017, amidst ongoing legal work related to the Washington State Climate Program. 2017
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Sarah Greenwalt
3
The email from Hayley Ford of the EPA discusses logistical arrangements for the TPPF Crossroads Energy and Climate Policy Summit and requests additional information from Clint Nesmith regarding advertising and the Administrator's bio. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Michael Birsic of Marathon Petroleum discusses scheduling a meeting between Marathon's CEO, Gary Heminger, and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the House Energy and Commerce Committee's approval of several bills, including the Ozone Standards Implementation Act, which delays ozone standards, and legislation to streamline approvals for cross-border oil pipelines and brownfields cleanup programs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, has decided to reconsider provisions of the Coal Combustion Residuals Rule in response to petitions from the Utility Solid Waste Activities Group and AES Puerto Rico LLP, while also planning to address legal challenges related to the rule. 2017
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Byron Brown
2
The document from the Electric Power Research Institute discusses the economic value of operational flexibility in the fossil fuel fleet, particularly in the context of increasing renewable energy deployment, and aims to evaluate how enhanced flexibility can impact profitability and operations across different regions and market environments. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 30
The EPA is planning to host three public hearings to discuss the repeal of the Clean Power Plan, while Democratic senators are requesting an analysis of the social cost of carbon metric, and the agency's Inspector General is set to investigate a meeting regarding support for withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha McDonald of IPAA and Byron Brown of the EPA discusses the recusal of Brown from a rulemaking related to oil and gas production waste management under RCRA, with McDonald seeking guidance on whether the EPA can conclude that state programs are sufficient to manage these wastes without federal regulations. 2017
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson shared highlights from a Bloomberg Environment report discussing various environmental topics, including the implications of a fracking ban in the Delaware Basin and the transformation of a retired coal plant into a wind industry hub. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence between Owen McDonough from the National Association of Home Builders and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses preparations for an upcoming meeting with Administrator Pruitt, specifically regarding the attendee list for an industry coalition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the muted reactions from lawmakers regarding the proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan, highlights testimony from coal miners at a public hearing in West Virginia, and notes EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's skepticism about the link between climate change and extreme hurricanes. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Susan Tackish at the American Petroleum Institute (API) discusses a letter addressed to Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke, requesting the postponement of the Bureau of Land Management's methane rule, emphasizing the need for a strong domestic energy policy. 2017 2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses various environmental issues and actions, including a Supreme Court case regarding the evaluation of employment effects of Clean Air Act policies, protests against a BLM oil and gas lease sale due to pending ozone designations, opposition to the confirmation of Michael Dourson as head of the EPA's toxics office, a legal challenge regarding PFAS contamination, and a recommendation for 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
Tracee Bentley from the Colorado Petroleum Council is seeking assistance from Patrick Davis at the EPA to arrange a meeting for a group of Colorado leaders focused on rural issues to discuss the Waters of the United States. 2017
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The email from the EPA Press Office details Administrator Scott Pruitt's activities during the week of June 16, 2017, including his participation in G-7 climate discussions, testimony before Congress regarding the agency's budget and focus on the rule of law, and a commitment to cleaning up Superfund sites, contrasting the current administration's approach with that of the previous one. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between Owen McDonough of the National Association of Home Builders and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses preparations for an upcoming meeting with Administrator Pruitt, specifically regarding the attendee list for an industry coalition meeting scheduled for May 8, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email correspondence between Hayley Ford of the EPA and Dave Conover of Kinder Morgan discusses the scheduling and topics for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, including issues related to NSPS OOOOa rule-making, Superfund cleanup policies, and the American Burying Beetle's impact on the oil and gas sector. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses climate-related developments, including Chancellor Merkel's efforts at the G-20 summit, the rise of renewable energy surpassing nuclear generation in the U.S., and congressional pressure to oppose budget cuts to the EPA for fiscal year 2018. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Interior Department is outlining its regulatory reform plans focused on the oil and gas industry, including a review of Obama-era energy regulations and the implementation of President Trump's directive to repeal two rules for every new regulation adopted. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from Andrew Littlefair, President and CEO of Clean Energy Fuels, to discuss advancements in natural gas vehicles and their potential impact on air quality and job creation with Administrator E. Scott Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Victor Cervino of Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas, Inc. to Sydney Hupp at the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to discuss the company's clean coal technologies and provide feedback on expediting their deployment for cleaner air and water. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Competitive Enterprise Institute released a paper by Rupert Darwall advocating for open scientific debate on climate change, highlighting the need for a red team/blue team approach to improve policy outcomes, amidst the escalating national discussion on climate under the Trump administration. 2017
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Richard Yamada
2
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a CBS News segment on climate change refugees, specifically focusing on the citizens of Kiribati, amidst the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA legal case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from the EPA discusses the significant budget cuts proposed by President Trump for the agency's greenhouse gas reporting program, which faces an 85 percent reduction, impacting climate change efforts and related programs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 21
The EPA is proposing to suspend compliance dates for a regulation limiting toxic discharges from coal-fired power plants, as part of a review initiated by Administrator Scott Pruitt, while a public comment period will follow the rule's publication. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Kathleen M. Roberts discusses communications to the EPA regarding the TSCA New Chemicals Coalition and consultations related to TSCA and OSHA, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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The email discusses the Interior Department's potential decision to rescind the 2015 federal fracking regulations and revert to pre-existing rules, as reported by Bloomberg BNA, highlighting the anticipation of both oil and gas companies and environmental advocates regarding the legal implications of this action. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email discusses President Trump's nominee for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Barry Myers, who affirmed his commitment to supporting climate research and not suppressing scientific findings during his confirmation hearing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Department of the Interior is coordinating a meeting on September 15, 2017, with Mr. Don Baur from the Western Urban Water Coalition and Mr. Galen Schuler from Green Diamond to discuss Endangered Species Act issues. 2017 2
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and Brian Johnson of the American Petroleum Institute discusses updating contact information and includes congratulations on a recent achievement. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
The EPA's Samantha Dravis received an email detailing the Trump administration's announcement of a deal for Xcoal Energy and Resources to export 700,000 tons of coal to Ukraine's Centrenergo PJSC, aimed at diversifying Ukraine's energy sources and bolstering U.S. economic interests. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The American Petroleum Institute is inviting lawmakers and policymakers to its 2018 State of American Energy luncheon to discuss the importance of domestic energy resources and their role in modern society. 2017
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Justin Schwab
2
The email discusses Senator Rob Portman's decision to support a Congressional Review Act resolution to block a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule limiting methane emissions from oil and gas drilling, following assurances from Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke regarding future actions to address methane venting and flaring. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Millan Hupp at the EPA discusses preparations for an upcoming meeting in Australia, highlighting concerns about potential hostility from the Australian government towards the Trump Administration's policies, particularly regarding climate change. 2017 11
The email from Jay Cranford of CGCN Group announces the launch of the Coalition for Regulatory Innovation and encourages recipients to share the press release with their contacts. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The EPA's Daily Environment Report for September 22, 2017, discusses various environmental issues including the skepticism of UK chemical companies regarding Brexit regulations, the temporary reinstatement of the Obama administration's fracking rule, and South Korea's potential support for developing nations' climate plans. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from A.J. Ferate to Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses a request for Administrator Ryan Jackson to meet with the Executive Committee of the Vinyl Institute on May 16, 2017, prior to their annual meeting, and also mentions a potential speaking engagement at the Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association Annual Conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) coordinating a meeting request for Marathon Petroleum Company (MPC) with the Administrator, discussing potential dates and scheduling logistics. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Myron Ebell to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses claims regarding the Paris Climate Treaty and emphasizes the importance of maintaining ambitious Nationally Determined Contributions, referencing a conversation with Todd Stern, the State Department's chief climate negotiator. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The American Petroleum Institute is urging President Trump to convene a meeting within three weeks to discuss potential reforms to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) to protect jobs in the independent refining industry, highlighting the risk of significant job losses if current policies remain unchanged. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing a report on changes to its climate change web pages, with Scott Waldman from E&E News seeking comments for an article, and Michael Abboud confirming that a statement can be attributed to an EPA spokesperson. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email discusses President Trump's announcement on June 1, 2017, regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate accord, emphasizing his intention to negotiate a new deal that he believes would be fairer to the United States, as reported by Politico's Playbook Power Briefing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from A.J. Ferate to Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses a request for the Administrator to meet with the Executive Committee of the Vinyl Institute on May 16, 2017, prior to their annual fly-in meeting, and mentions a previous invitation for the Administrator to speak at the Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
NGVAmerica submitted comments to the EPA regarding the review of regulations under Executive Order 13777, advocating for the repeal or modification of certain regulations to promote the use of natural gas vehicles and enhance the market for compressed and liquefied natural gas. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
5
The email discusses the U.S. delegation's focus on promoting cleaner fossil fuels and nuclear power at the COP23 climate negotiations in Bonn, while indicating that renegotiation of the Paris Agreement is not a priority for the Trump administration, as stated by a White House official. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 31
The email from Khary Cauthen of the American Petroleum Institute to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for the Upstream Committee with Administrator Pruitt on July 26, 2017, and confirms the use of the Rachel Carson Room for the meeting. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to introduce the Council and explore collaboration opportunities following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Barry Hart forwards a message from Senator Claire McCaskill urging action on Earth Day to pressure EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to acknowledge climate change science and protect the environment, highlighting concerns from Missouri constituents. 2017
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Tate Bennett
2
The email discusses the impact of Hurricane Irma on Florida, detailing the EPA's response regarding Superfund site assessments and air pollution control waivers to maintain electricity supply, while also highlighting a call for climate change discussions from Miami's mayor. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The EPA's greenhouse gas standards for truck trailers were halted by federal judges, marking a significant victory for the industry, while the agency also deployed aircraft to assess toxic releases from a plastics warehouse fire in West Virginia. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Rachel Rogier from Arch Coal discusses scheduling a meeting between EPA Administrator Pruitt and Arch Coal's Senior VP Deck Slone. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence involves Rashid G. Hallaway requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt on behalf of Steve Chancellor to discuss coal industry regulations and express gratitude for the Administrator's leadership, with Sydney Hupp from the EPA's Office of the Administrator coordinating the scheduling. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to Zachary Simpson discusses background information related to Subpart OOOO materials and includes specific questions and concerns regarding oil and gas well production, flare and combustor operations, and equipment specifications in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 21
The email from Myron Ebell discusses a joint letter urging support for Representative Warren Davidson's amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, aimed at blocking the Department of Defense from implementing climate policies mandated by an Executive Order. 2017
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Richard Yamada
4
The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Sue Briggum discusses a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to explore opportunities for regulatory innovation and improvement related to EPA programs, particularly in the context of the Superfund pipeline and air standards for municipal landfills. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The document is an email from the Department of the Interior confirming a scheduled discussion with Scott Cameron regarding the upcoming Western Urban Water Coalition meeting on April 6, 2017. 2017 4
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA reports that President Trump abstained from the G7 declaration on the Paris climate accord, indicating a decision on U.S. participation will be made the following week. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from POLITICO Pro Energy discusses the agenda for "Energy Week" initiated by President Trump, highlighting key events including discussions with Indian Prime Minister Modi on coal and a speech on "Energy Dominance," while noting the challenges of maintaining focus amidst other political news. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence from the EPA's Sydney Hupp discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt for an industry coalition, with a proposed date of May 8, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from the EPA discusses a request for information regarding the scheduling and team selection for a red team-blue team exercise on the science of human-caused climate change. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Bloomberg BNA to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses new Massachusetts regulations requiring power generators and gas companies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from 1990 levels by 2020, in compliance with a 2008 climate change law. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The document lists members of the American Petroleum Institute's Health and Environment Committee, including their contact information and affiliations with various oil and gas companies, as of October 31, 2017. 2017
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William Lovell
6
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses the attendance of three public power CEOs at a CEO roundtable on June 19, highlighting their involvement in coal-fired generation and climate policy, while also mentioning an invitation extended to another CEO who is uncertain about attending. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Lesley Schaaff of Hess Corporation discusses the coordination of a state-federal roundtable on oil and gas compliance issues, requested by EPA Administrator Pruitt, scheduled for January 23-24 in Denver. 2017
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Troy Lyons
1
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses the complexities surrounding the potential repeal of the Clean Power Plan under the Trump administration, referencing comments from Paul Bailey of the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The EPA is set to publish a proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan in the Federal Register on Monday, initiating a 60-day comment period, while also reviewing a potential replacement rule that questions the agency's authority to regulate greenhouse gases from power plants. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from constituent Sarah Hubert to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt urges the United States to remain a signatory to the Paris Climate Agreement, emphasizing the importance of addressing climate change for the economy, health, and national security. 2017 2
The email from Myron Ebell discusses various climate-related topics, including an upcoming energy and climate conference, revelations about Democratic governors' reliance on advocacy groups for climate campaigns, and the Trump administration's approach to climate research, as shared with the Cooler Heads Coalition. 2017
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Richard Yamada
11
The D.C. Circuit Court partially vacated an EPA solid waste rule, delivering a victory to the American Petroleum Institute by rejecting the agency's authority to prevent mixing hazardous waste with non-hazardous materials while upholding other aspects of the rule. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA announced that the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris Agreement while participating in G7 discussions to reset the climate change dialogue, emphasizing a new approach aligned with the Trump Administration's priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the participation of EPA Administrator Pruitt in an event organized by the Industrial Clean Air Coalition (ICAC), which consists of executives from companies that manufacture technologies for coal and gas combustion units to comply with clean air standards. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the formation of the United States Climate Alliance by California, Washington, and New York in response to President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Robin Kime discusses a meeting arranged by the American Gas Association (AGA) and Natural Gas Vehicles of America (NGVA) with the EPA to focus on regulatory reform ideas, specifically revisions to the Subpart W reporting rule and PCB rules, following their comments submitted in May 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 17
The email correspondence between Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie and EPA officials discusses the scheduling of a meeting on May 11th with the Small Refiners Coalition to address issues related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Offshore Operators Committee, American Petroleum Institute, and National Ocean Industries Association submitted comments to the EPA regarding the proposed NPDES General Permit for oil and gas extraction in the Gulf of Mexico, emphasizing their commitment to balancing energy development with environmental protection. 2017
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Sarah Greenwalt
265
The email from Robert Gould to Maureen McCue and others discusses concerns about the accessibility and utility of the EPA website for public information, referencing an Op-Ed on climate change censorship and urging the agency to address any deficiencies. 2017
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13 Tier
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report for September 12, 2017, discusses the impacts of Hurricane Irma on energy and agriculture, the EU's efforts to protect its carbon market from Brexit disruptions, and Arch Coal's progress on expanding its mine in Colorado. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Frank Maisano discusses recent developments in energy policy and climate change from the G-20 summit, highlighting the U.S. stance on the Paris Agreement and the anticipated grid study from the Department of Energy, while also noting ongoing congressional activities related to healthcare and energy legislation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 10
The Department of the Interior has rescheduled a meeting for August 29, 2017, with Mr. Don Baur from the Western Urban Water Coalition and Mr. Galen Schuler from Green Diamond to discuss Endangered Species Act issues. 2017 2
The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report detailing the Trump administration's efforts to repeal an Obama-era climate regulation requiring state transportation planners to account for greenhouse gas emissions. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 24
The email from Alex Lubben discusses a query from VICE News regarding potential changes to the social cost of carbon calculations following the repeal of the Clean Power Plan by the EPA, with a deadline for response set at 11:45 AM. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Ryan Thompson at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the submission of Marcella Burke's resume and cover letter for a potential political appointment in the Trump Administration, highlighting her legal experience in the energy sector and her alignment with the Administration's goals of reducing regulation and promoting energy independence. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 8
The EPA is revisiting Obama-era rules aimed at reducing carbon emissions from heavy-duty vehicles due to industry complaints, while also facing delays in potential regulation of gasoline additives due to inconclusive health effects research. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between Edward Krenik of Bracewell LLP and Byron Brown from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the WINN Act and coal ash implementation activities, with potential participation from program staff. 2017
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Byron Brown
2
The Texas-based Luminant, a subsidiary of Vistra Energy, announced the closure of two coal-fueled power plants due to challenging market conditions, resulting in approximately 2,300 MW of power being taken offline in early 2018. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Patrick Maloy to Scott Pruitt and others at the EPA discusses a letter sent to Vice President Pence regarding efforts to save the U.S. coal industry and promote solar hydrogen technology for NASA, while requesting that the letter be forwarded to Administrator Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The Alaska Gasline Development Corporation's document analyzes potential indirect impacts to wetlands from the construction of the Alaska Stand Alone Pipeline, focusing on environmental considerations as of March 10, 2017. 2017
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Lee Forsgren
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the U.S. government's refusal to sign a G-7 environment statement on climate change commitments, highlighting the country's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and its focus on domestic priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2