Industry and Trade Association Engagement

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The Cross-Cutting Issues Group, representing electric generating companies, recommends that the EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers withdraw and replace the Clean Water Rule (WOTUS Rule) due to its expansion of federal jurisdiction and the resulting regulatory uncertainty and costs for its members. 2015
ED_002061_00095148
Lee Forsgren
6
The United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia ruled that Fola Coal Company, LLC violated water quality standards in permits for discharges from two of its mines, while finding insufficient evidence for violations related to a third mine, in a case brought by environmental groups under the Clean Water Act. 2015
ED_002061_00106924
2 Tier
60
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt visited Utah to discuss the agency's decision to rescind the 2015 WOTUS rule and to revisit Utah's regional haze plan, emphasizing the importance of state involvement in environmental regulation. 2015
ED_002061_00077300
Tate Bennett
3
The email from the Vinyl Institute to the U.S. EPA seeks clarification on performance specifications for pH calibration monitoring equipment related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production (PVC MACT) following a conference call. 2015 10
The document discusses the evolution of water costs and affordability in the United States from 1990 to 2015, highlighting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's role in addressing affordability issues during the 1990 D/DBP negotiations and subsequent regulatory developments. 2015
ED_002061_00095390
Lee Forsgren
6
The document discusses various topics including a Gallup poll indicating increased public confidence in the government's ability to protect against terrorism, the recruitment of Andrew Weissmann to Special Counsel Robert Mueller's team for his expertise in persuading witnesses during investigations, and Mark Corallo's critical remarks on Twitter regarding President Trump and his family. 2015 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a final rule on June 29, 2015, redefining "waters of the United States," which expands federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act and is viewed by the home building industry as burdensome and detrimental to housing affordability. 2015
ED_002061_00063554
Tate Bennett
2
The document outlines a proposal for the establishment of a Science & Innovation Center by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address acid mine drainage through collaborative innovation, technology advancement, and regulatory improvements following the Gold King Mine wastewater spill. 2015
ED_002061_00114030
Albert Kelly
2
The Biogenic CO2 Coalition submitted comments to the EPA regarding proposed revisions to the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Title V Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Permitting Regulations, specifically addressing the establishment of a Significant Emissions Rate (SER) for GHG emissions under the PSD program. 2015
ED_002061_00162565
Justin Schwab
29
The document is a petition for administrative reconsideration submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency by Compsys, Inc. and Structural Composites, Inc. regarding the final rule on stratospheric ozone substitutes under the Significant New Alternatives Policy Program. 2015 HQ2017008402 6
The document outlines a proposal by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a Science & Innovation Center in response to the Gold King Mine wastewater spill, aimed at fostering collaboration among businesses, researchers, and agencies to develop innovative solutions for hard rock mine remediation and address acid mine drainage in the San Juan Mountains and beyond. 2015
ED_002061_00114209
Albert Kelly
2
PCS Phosphate Company, Inc. submitted a Petition for Reconsideration and Request for Administrative Stay to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the "Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing and Phosphate Fertilizer Production RTR and Standards of Performance for Phosphate Processing" final rule, citing unique grounds related to their facilities. 2015 HQ2017008402 626
The document is a submission of comments by a coalition of industry organizations to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding concerns over the proposed financial responsibility requirements under CERCLA 108(b) for the hard rock mining industry. 2015
ED_002061_00086796
Byron Brown
28
The document discusses industry feedback to the Department of the Interior (DOI) regarding air quality modeling assumptions in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) air quality study and suggests creating an industry workgroup to improve collaboration and regulatory outcomes. 2015 2
The email from the Vinyl Institute to the U.S. EPA seeks clarification on performance specifications for pH calibration monitoring equipment related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production (PVC MACT) following a conference call. 2015 10
The letter from Kansas State Representative Dennis E. Hedke to Dr. Terry Wallace of Los Alamos National Laboratory expresses concerns about misleading statements made during a presentation on energy security, specifically regarding predictions about global population and fishing populations. 2015 HQ2017008402 5
The document outlines Newtrient's initiative, supported by the dairy industry and in partnership with the EPA, to create a marketplace for environmental asset services aimed at reducing the environmental impact of dairy farming through advanced manure treatment technologies and voluntary pollution prevention markets. 2015
ED_002061_00171851
Kenneth Wagner
2
The Vinyl Institute submitted a letter to the U.S. EPA proposing a reconsideration of wastewater limits and compliance options for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants related to polyvinyl chloride production, following discussions and previous submissions. 2015 19
The Vinyl Institute submitted a letter to the U.S. EPA proposing a reconsideration of wastewater limits and compliance options for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants related to polyvinyl chloride production, following discussions and previous submissions. 2015 19
The document discusses RJR Mining's new coal mine opening in Alabama, targeting an initial production of 25,000 tons per month, amidst ongoing debates about the coal industry and its future under current political leadership. 2014
ED_002061_00178213
Kenneth Wagner
8
The Colorado Oil & Gas Association is requesting clarification from the U.S. EPA regarding the suspension of its enforcement campaign against oil and gas operators in Colorado for alleged violations of state air quality regulations related to storage tank emissions. 2014 HQ2017008402 4
The EPA's Science Advisory Board provides recommendations on nutrient-load reduction targets for Lake Erie, focusing on an adaptive management approach to address phosphorus loads and eutrophication, as requested by the agency. 2014 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 55
The document outlines the implementation actions required by the Energy Independence Executive Order, including a review of existing regulations affecting U.S. energy resource development by the EPA, with specific directives to repeal or reform rules related to greenhouse gas emissions and to submit plans and reports to the Vice President and OIRA within set timelines. 2014 HQ2017008402 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a Permanent Instruction Memorandum that provides policy guidance on the management of National Monuments, National Conservation Areas, and similar designations, as well as regulations related to greenhouse gas emissions and resource conservation. 2014 2
The document contains comments from the API, IAGC, NOIA, and AOGA on the NMFS Draft Guidance regarding new acoustic criteria for assessing the impacts of anthropogenic sound on marine life. 2014 2
The document is a public financial disclosure report for William Ludwig Wehrum, nominated as Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation at the Environmental Protection Agency, certifying his compliance with ethics regulations and detailing his previous employment and financial interests. 2014
ED_002061_00151332
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is reviewing and planning to revise its Policy Instruction Memorandum on processing royalty rate reduction applications to streamline the review process and reduce delays while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. 2014 BLM201800412 9
The Vinyl Institute submitted supplemental information to the U.S. EPA regarding the reconsideration of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, emphasizing the need for accurate emissions data to inform regulatory decisions. 2014 29
The document from the EPA provides guidance on the restrictions imposed by the Hatch Act on political activities for federal employees, particularly focusing on the limitations for Presidential Appointees (PAS employees) regarding participation in partisan political activities. 2014 HQ2017008402 4
The EPA's Science Advisory Board provides a draft report with recommendations on nutrient-load reduction targets for Lake Erie, focusing on an adaptive management approach to address phosphorus loads and eutrophication. 2014 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 55
The document discusses the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) evaluation of Growth Energy's arguments regarding the authority to waive Reid vapor pressure (RVP) requirements for E15 fuel blends, ultimately concluding that Growth Energy's legal interpretations are flawed. 2014
ED_002061_00181747
Bill Wehrum
3
The document discusses comments from the American Petroleum Institute regarding the National Marine Fisheries Service's (NMFS) Draft Guidance for assessing the effects of anthropogenic sound on marine mammals, emphasizing the need for new acoustic criteria that do not impose additional regulatory burdens on the offshore oil and gas industry. 2014 2
The American Petroleum Institute and other industry associations submitted comments to the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding its Draft Guidance for Assessing the Effects of Anthropogenic Sound on Marine Mammals, emphasizing the need to balance oil and gas activities with marine mammal conservation. 2014 2
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is advised by the Environmental Law Group that seepage from the Cliffs Erie Tailings Basin should be regulated under a Minnesota State Disposal System permit rather than a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit, despite potential hydrologic connections to surface waters. 2014
ED_002061_00107146
Sarah Greenwalt
29
The Sierra Club de Puerto Rico and other petitioners are responding to the EPA's motion to dismiss their appeal regarding a final rule that permits the construction and operation of an incinerator in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, arguing that the EPA's actions have national implications and have caused them injury. 2014
ED_002061_00162553
Justin Schwab
22
The document is a subsequent Risk Management Plan (RMP) submission for the Arkema Inc. - Crosby Plant, detailing registration information and compliance with EPA regulations, with a submission date of June 11, 2014. 2014
ED_002061_00026237
Michael Abboud
25
The Wyoming Governor Matthew H. Mead expresses concerns to the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers regarding the proposed rule defining "Waters of the United States," urging its withdrawal due to inadequate public consultation and process issues. 2014
ED_002061_00035411
Layne Bangerter
2
The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington ruled on a lawsuit brought by environmental organizations against the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Fish and Wildlife Service, challenging regulations that allegedly undermined the agencies' responsibilities under the Endangered Species Act in relation to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. 2014
ED_002061_00108000
Sarah Greenwalt
37
The EPA responds to a request from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers regarding its policy on corporate mergers and acquisitions under the Transition Program for Equipment Manufacturers (TPEM), clarifying that post-merger, the parent company must manage the TPEM allowance across all subsidiaries. 2014 HQ2017008402 3
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) expresses concerns to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding their proposed rule redefining "Waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act, urging them to withdraw it due to its negative impact on builders and developers. 2014
ED_002061_00065183
Tate Bennett
169
The Kansas House of Representatives is urging the Environmental Protection Agency to fulfill procedural requirements and provide necessary studies before finalizing the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule, while also indicating plans to introduce state legislation regarding data availability and mapping requirements. 2014 HQ2017008402 2
The Vinyl Institute submitted supplemental information to the U.S. EPA regarding the reconsideration of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, emphasizing the need for data-driven emission performance estimates to support the PVC industry while complying with the Clean Air Act. 2014 29
The document outlines Senator Camera Bartolotta's background, committee assignments, and legislative focus areas, emphasizing her role in promoting effective government operations and supporting the gas and oil industry in Pennsylvania. 2014
ED_002061_00069582
Tate Bennett
1
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule amending regulations related to the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) program, clarifying cellulosic biofuel identification numbers, specifying new production pathways for renewable fuels, and updating misfueling mitigation requirements for E15 gasoline, effective August 18, 2014. 2014
ED_002061_00164220
Justin Schwab
41
The document outlines Elin D. Miller's extensive career in agricultural consulting, corporate governance, and public service, including her role as Regional Administrator for the EPA overseeing environmental challenges in the Pacific Northwest. 2014
ED_002061_00173862
Kenneth Wagner
2
The Wilderness Society submitted scoping comments to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding the Planning 2.0 initiative, emphasizing its potential for significant improvements in land use planning and management. 2014 BLM201700947 68
The Vinyl Institute submitted supplemental information to the U.S. EPA regarding the reconsideration of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, emphasizing the need for accurate data to inform the PVC MACT rule while supporting industry growth. 2014 29
The email from the American Petroleum Institute and other associations to NOAA Fisheries Service provides comments on NOAA's Technical Memorandum NMFS-OPR-49 regarding standards for a Protected Species Observer and Data Management Program related to geological and geophysical surveys, emphasizing the importance of balancing environmental protection with oil and gas industry activities. 2014 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued a Permanent Instruction Memorandum providing policy guidance on the management of National Monuments, National Conservation Areas, and related designations, as well as supplemental policies on various environmental and resource management topics. 2014 2
Elin D. Miller, a former Regional Administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency, has held various leadership roles in agricultural and environmental organizations, including serving on multiple boards and consulting, while also managing a hazelnut and wine grape farm in Oregon. 2014
ED_002061_00173862
Bill Wehrum
2
The document contains comments from the American Petroleum Institute (API) regarding the National Marine Fisheries Service's (NMFS) Draft Guidance on assessing the effects of anthropogenic sound, recommending a comparative study of the proposed acoustic criteria's regulatory implications and requesting clearer implementation details. 2014 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is reviewing and potentially revising its Policy Instruction Memorandum on processing royalty rate reduction applications to streamline the review process and reduce delays, with a revised memorandum expected in early 2018. 2014 BLM201800412 9
The Vinyl Institute PVC MACT Working Group is requesting the U.S. EPA to clarify certain provisions of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride production to address confusion and compliance issues without requiring substantive revisions to the rule. 2013 28
Duke Energy Indiana is seeking a variance from the EPA's Steam Electric Effluent Limitations Guidelines for its Edwardsport IGCC Station, arguing that the current limits are unachievable and would impose excessive costs without additional environmental benefits, while IDEM supports the request but the EPA has not acted on it for nearly a year. 2013
ED_002061_00082594
Brittany Bolen
3
Dow AgroSciences is addressing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Pesticide Programs regarding the importance of critically evaluating epidemiology data in the upcoming human health risk assessment for chlorpyrifos, emphasizing the need to avoid sensationalism and ensure the reliability of information used in the assessment. 2013
ED_002061_00046429
Nancy Beck
28
The document discusses the expansion plans of Diamond Green Diesel, a joint venture between Darling Ingredients Inc. and Valero Energy Corporation, to increase renewable diesel production from 160 million gallons to 275 million gallons by Q2 2018, highlighting its environmental benefits and compliance with Low Carbon Fuel Standards. 2013 HQ2017008402 1
The U.S. EPA is requested to clarify certain provisions of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, particularly regarding venting requirements for storage vessels, to address confusion and ensure compliance within the industry. 2013 28
The Association of Washington Business, along with the Association of Washington Cities and the Washington State Association of Counties, released a report indicating that current technology cannot meet proposed water quality standards in Washington State, which could impose significant costs on municipal ratepayers and consumers without environmental benefits. 2013
ED_002061_00163681
Justin Schwab
3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is being urged by U.S. Steel Corporation to reconsider the uniform regional haze limits imposed on its Minnesota facilities, following the agency's acknowledgment that such standards are not feasible based on new data and previous administrative and judicial petitions filed by U.S. Steel. 2013
ED_002061_00086857
Byron Brown
3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention clarified its position on the recognition of lead test kits under the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program, stating that current kits recognized as of June 23, 2008, will remain valid until the agency publicly recognizes a kit meeting both specified performance criteria. 2013
ED_002061_00038364
Nancy Beck
3
The Vinyl Institute PVC MACT Working Group is requesting the U.S. EPA to clarify certain provisions of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production, specifically regarding venting requirements for fixed roof storage vessels, to prevent confusion and ensure compliance within the industry. 2013 28
The document is a treatment technology review and assessment related to wastewater management, prepared by various Washington state associations, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2013
ED_002061_00163679
Justin Schwab
64
The Association of Washington Business, along with the Association of Washington Cities and the Washington State Association of Counties, released a report indicating that current technology cannot meet the proposed water quality standards set by the Washington State Department of Ecology, which could impose significant costs on municipal ratepayers and consumers without environmental benefits. 2013
ED_002061_00094896
3
The National League of Cities is urging the EPA, led by Administrator Gina McCarthy, to provide nationwide consistency in implementing the 8th Circuit Court's decision regarding the Iowa League of Cities case, which vacated certain EPA guidance on water quality regulations and highlighted the need for proper rulemaking procedures. 2013 HQ2017008402 2
The document is a treatment technology review and assessment related to wastewater management, prepared by various Washington state associations, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2013
ED_002061_00094893
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The document is a petition submitted by the Vinyl Institute, Inc. to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requesting reconsideration and a stay of the final National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production. 2012 102
The study by The Dow Chemical Company and collaborators, published in Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, investigates cholinesterase inhibition and toxicokinetics in immature and adult rats following acute or repeated exposures to chlorpyrifos and chlorpyrifos-oxon, revealing age-related sensitivity and dose regimen effects on cholinesterase inhibition levels. 2012
ED_002061_00045668
Nancy Beck
16
The United States Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency issued a temporary permit to Totem Ocean Trailer Express for the M/V Midnight Sun and M/V North Star to exempt them from MARPOL Annex VI fuel sulfur content requirements until September 30, 2016, to facilitate a ship emission reduction and control technology research project involving LNG conversion and refueling infrastructure development. 2012 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC) is advocating for a buried natural gas pipeline from Prudhoe Bay to Southcentral Alaska, arguing that it is more cost-effective and environmentally preferable compared to an aboveground alternative, as assessed in the ongoing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes led by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (US 2012
ED_002061_00098617
Lee Forsgren
27
The document is a petition submitted by the Vinyl Institute, Inc. to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requesting reconsideration and a stay of the final National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production. 2012 102
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is criticized for using outdated sound metrics and thresholds in its environmental impact statement, leading to significant overestimation of marine mammal takes, particularly Level A and Level B, due to the absence of a scientifically justified recovery function and reliance on unreviewed literature. 2012 2
The U.S. Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency are proposing the Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient "SAFE" Vehicles Rule to establish new fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions standards for model years 2021-2026, seeking public input on various options that balance economic factors with environmental goals. 2012
ED_002061_00030604
Michael Abboud
4
The U.S. Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency are proposing the Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule to seek public input on new fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions standards for model years 2021-2026, aiming to balance economic factors, technology, and environmental goals. 2012
ED_002061_00030518
Michael Abboud
4
The document outlines details about an Outdoor Recreation Leadership session at Shenandoah National Park on April 23-24, featuring Eric Artz, COO of REI, and Christopher Belland, CEO of Historic Tours of America, highlighting their backgrounds and contributions to outdoor recreation and tourism. 2012 2
The document is a petition submitted by the Vinyl Institute, Inc. to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requesting reconsideration and a stay of the final National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production. 2012 43
The United States Coast Guard and the Environmental Protection Agency issued a temporary permit to Totem Ocean Trailer Express for the M/V Midnight Sun and M/V North Star to exempt them from MARPOL Annex VI fuel sulfur content requirements until September 30, 2016, to facilitate a ship emission reduction and control technology research project involving LNG conversion and refueling infrastructure development. 2012 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received a meeting request from A.J. Ferate for Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to tour the Charlotte Pipe and Foundry facility, where CEO Roddey Dowd aims to discuss regulatory challenges faced by the metalcasting industry, particularly concerning greenhouse gas emissions and air quality standards. 2012
ED_002061_00143248
Madeline Morris
4
The US Energy Association is hosting a forum to discuss a new concept that rewards carbon footprint reductions with retirement account contributions, featuring guest speaker Jason Makansi. 2012 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The document discusses remarks made by Rep. Devin Nunes regarding congressional investigations into Russia's interference in the 2016 election, suggesting that Democrats are using the narrative to justify Hillary Clinton's loss, during a private fundraiser event. 2011 2
The document details social events and weddings involving notable political figures and journalists, including Valery Galasso's wedding to Nick Merrill and Rep. Seth Moulton's marriage, along with mentions of various attendees and birthdays. 2011 2
The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) outlines actions related to Ten-Day Notices (TDNs) and independent inspections, including recommendations for improving the TDN process and addressing permit defects as part of the SMCRA Government Efficiencies Project. 2011 OS201700602 4
The document outlines Chevron's development and production activities for the Jack and St. Malo fields in the Gulf of Mexico, detailing the construction timeline, production capabilities, and operational details of the floating production unit, with Chevron holding significant interests in both fields. 2011
ED_002061_00133512
Troy Lyons
1
The document outlines the qualifications and current position of Jeff M. Witte as the Director/Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, highlighting his extensive experience in food and agriculture public policy, management of a $16 million budget, and collaboration with state government and New Mexico State University. 2011
ED_002061_00065594
Tate Bennett
5
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency denied CropLife America's petition to establish criteria for accepting epidemiological evidence in pesticide risk assessments, while preparing guidelines for incorporating such data into the assessment process. 2011
ED_002061_00044427
Nancy Beck
3
The document discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) efforts, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and various partners, to clean up toxic sediments in the Lower Passaic River and restore habitats, while also highlighting community improvements and economic benefits from recreational activities in Grand Rapids, Michigan. 2011
ED_002061_00150625
Christian Palich
2
The California Division of Oil, Gas and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR) is updating aquifer boundaries for the re-injection of produced water in over 50 oil fields in response to a directive from the USEPA, which requires formal exemption applications for aquifers with less than 10,000 Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act. 2010 HQ2017008402 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking input on improving the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and planning processes by identifying specific actions to reduce duplicative analyses and streamline project approvals. 2010 BLM201700947 6
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) provided an update on the West Davis Corridor project, detailing the completion of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and ongoing collaboration with the EPA and other agencies regarding a 404 wetlands permit, while addressing concerns about the feasibility and costs of bridging wetlands. 2010
ED_002061_00073139
Tate Bennett
2
The California Division of Oil, Gas and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR) is working with the EPA to update Aquifer Exemption applications for over 40 oil fields in California, following directives to reassess underground aquifer boundaries for the reinjection of produced water under the Safe Drinking Water Act. 2010
ED_002061_00082591
Brittany Bolen
1
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule on March 26, 2010, to implement changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard program under the Clean Air Act, establishing new requirements for various types of biofuels and introducing greenhouse gas emission thresholds for renewable fuels. 2010
ED_002061_00180875
Bill Wehrum
375
Denka Performance Elastomer LLC is requesting a correction to the EPA's 2010 Toxicological Review of Chloroprene, following concerns raised in the Sierra Club v. EPA case regarding the plant's emissions and associated cancer risks. 2010
ED_002061_00270547
Richard Yamada
20
The document details a private citizen's testimony at a public EPA hearing on May 19, 2009, where the individual, a consulting geophysicist, criticizes the EPA's proposed "Endangerment and Cause or Contribute Findings for Greenhouse Gases" under the Clean Air Act, arguing that the agency has ignored significant scientific evidence regarding climate change impacts. 2009 HQ2017008402 2
The EPA and Michigan DEQ have reached a proposed settlement with The Dow Chemical Co. for a Superfund cleanup of dioxin contamination in the Tittabawassee River, Saginaw River, and Saginaw Bay, formalized in an administrative order on consent. 2009 HQ2017008402 11
The document provides an overview of the U.S. recycling industry, detailing its economic impact, employment statistics, annual scrap material processing volumes, and the environmental benefits of recycling, as well as trends in scrap commodity exports and their contribution to trade balances, as reported by the EPA. 2009 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The document is a court order regarding a motion to dismiss counterclaims made by Teck Cominco Metals, Ltd. against the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation in a CERCLA case concerning hazardous substances contamination of Lake Roosevelt. 2009
ED_002061_00163963
Justin Schwab
11
The document from the EPA evaluates the existing and designated uses of Straight Creek in Lee County, VA, using current macroinvertebrate, habitat, and water quality data, with contributions from various agencies and individuals. 2009
ED_002061_00106918
2 Tier
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The document discusses various court cases regarding the Clean Water Act's jurisdiction over hydrologically connected groundwater, specifically focusing on rulings from the District of Puerto Rico and the First Circuit Court of Appeals related to environmental contamination and permit decisions by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 2009
ED_002061_00106945
Sarah Greenwalt
14
The document lists various legal cases involving the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) related to standards and regulations for petroleum refineries and greenhouse gas reporting, indicating ongoing litigation status for multiple cases from 2008 to 2013. 2008
ED_002061_00183620
1 Tier
4
Western Farmers Electric Cooperative petitions the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS by recalculating NOx allowances and Oklahoma's emission budget for 2017 and beyond. 2008 HQ2017008402 22
The document discusses a budget deal reached by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and lawmakers to end the state's first government shutdown in over a decade, which involved a compromise on health insurance legislation and allowed state parks and beaches to reopen. 2008 2