Oil, Gas, and Coal

Policy and stakeholder communications concerning petroleum, natural gas, LNG, coal, drilling, and methane.

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On July 5, 2024, the EPA issued an Information Request to Randall Whitmore of Martin Operating Partners regarding a crude oil spill in Smackover, Arkansas, requiring detailed information about the incident within 30 days. 2024 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 4
Notice of Violation issued by the EPA on February 27, 2024, to Phillips 66 for failing to demonstrate diesel fuel homogeneity and conduct required quality assurance programs, with potential penalties outlined. 2024 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 3
On October 16, 2024, Cheryl T. Seager of the EPA issued a Clean Water Act Section 308 Information Request to Tracy Henderson of Crescent Midstream regarding an oil spill in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, that occurred on July 27, 2024. 2024 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 4
On July 29, 2024, Cheryl T. Seager of the EPA issued an Information Request to Bob Redweik of Citation Oil and Gas Corporation regarding a brine spill in Caddo County, Oklahoma, requiring detailed information about the incident within 30 days. 2024 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 4
On September 19, 2024, the EPA issued an Information Request to Sean Stephens of Black Cat Oil Company regarding a crude oil spill in Noble County, OK, requiring detailed compliance information within 30 days. 2024 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 4
EPA's interim release for FOIA request 2025-EPA-04883 discusses the uncertain future of Colstrip, Montana, due to proposed regulations impacting coal generation and the economic consequences of potential closures. 2023 2025-EPA-04883
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Minnkota Power Cooperative's June 23, 2023 report evaluates mercury emissions from the Milton R Young Station Unit 2, detailing mercury speciation and the impact of lignite coal variability on combustion performance. 2023 2025-EPA-04883
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MEMO from Rae Cronmiller dated June 16, 2023, discusses challenges in regulating PM emissions from coal-fired EGUs and critiques EPA's proposed compliance testing methods and costs. 2023 2025-EPA-04883
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Document 51 Attachment 2 outlines the significance of oil and natural gas imports from Canada and Mexico, detailing that Canadian crude oil accounts for 74% of inputs in Midwest refineries and 9% of total U.S. natural gas consumption. 2023 DOE-HQ-2025-02714-F
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On March 31, 2023, Cheryl T. Seager of the EPA issued an Information Request to James Lee of Konawa Well Service regarding an oil spill in Hughes County, Oklahoma, requiring detailed information about the incident within 30 days. 2023 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 3
On September 8, 2023, the EPA issued an Information Request to Greg Hall Oil & Gas regarding a crude oil spill in Creek County, Oklahoma, requiring detailed information about the incident and compliance with the Clean Water Act. 2023 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 3
An NPDES Compliance Evaluation Inspection report dated July 3, 2023, details findings from the June 7 inspection of the Commonwealth Oil Refining Company in Peuelas, Puerto Rico, conducted by EPA's Yolianne Maclay, noting compliance issues and facility conditions. 2023 EIP EPA Enforcement Records 21
EPA's evaluation of fPM emission rates from coal-fired EGUs in 2022, including concerns from Talon Montana regarding data selection, exclusion of certain units, and the need for a comprehensive analysis, as outlined in FOIA request 2025-EPA-04883. 2022 2025-EPA-04883
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The EPA FOIA record 2025-EPA-04883 discusses the anticipated job losses and economic impacts on the North Dakota community due to the MATS RTR, affecting Minnkota and BNI Coal, with significant consequences for local employment and ancillary industries. 2021 2025-EPA-04883
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Email from Smythe Anderson of API to Mandy Gunasekara at EPA on August 13, 2020, sharing a press release regarding EPA's finalized changes to methane regulations under the Clean Air Act. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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Derrick Morgan of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers requested an August 24, 2020 phone call with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler to discuss challenges facing the refining industry, including recent plant closures and regulatory concerns. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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Email from Smythe Anderson of the American Petroleum Institute to Mandy Gunasekara at EPA on March 20, 2020, regarding a letter from API CEO Mike Sommers to President Trump requesting a temporary waiver from EPA compliance obligations due to COVID-19. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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On March 20, 2020, Michael J. Sommers, President of the American Petroleum Institute, wrote to President Trump requesting recognition of the oil and gas industry as critical infrastructure and temporary relief from non-essential compliance obligations during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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Email from Rebbie J. Riley, Executive Assistant at AFPM, dated March 24, 2020, to EPA officials including Mandy Gunasekara and Susan Bodine, regarding a request for conventional gasoline RVP/RFG volatility waivers, with an attached letter from Chet Thompson. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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On March 24, 2020, Chet M. Thompson, President and CEO of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, requested a waiver from EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler to extend the transition period from winter to summer gasoline due to COVID-19 related demand destruction. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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On March 23, 2020, Frank J. Macchiarola of the American Petroleum Institute requested U.S. EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler for temporary waivers of non-essential compliance obligations due to COVID-19 impacts on the oil and gas industry. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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On March 20, 2020, Michael J. Sommers, President of the American Petroleum Institute, wrote to President Trump requesting recognition of critical infrastructure designations and temporary relief from non-essential compliance obligations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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On March 24, 2020, Chet M. Thompson, President and CEO of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, requested a waiver from EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler and Assistant Administrator Susan Bodine to extend the transition period from winter to summer gasoline due to COVID-19 related demand destruction. 2020 2024-EPA-05254
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An email from Betsy Monseu, CEO of the American Coal Council, to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA on January 29, 2019, discusses changes to the public hearing date for the proposed NSPS for greenhouse gas emissions from coal power plants. 2019 2024-EPA-05254
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Email from Dan Byers of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to Mandy Gunasekara at EPA on September 13, 2018, discussing updates on energy policy including LNG permitting and methane regulations. 2018 2024-EPA-05254
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A letter dated September 25, 2018, from Mike Sommers and Chet Thompson, representing the American Petroleum Institute and the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, respectively, opposes the EPA's proposed extension of the Reid Vapor Pressure waiver to E15 fuel. 2018 2024-EPA-05254
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An email from Betsy Monseu, CEO of the American Coal Council, to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA on December 21, 2018, discusses the comment deadline and public hearing for the proposed NSPS for GHG emissions from new coal plants, scheduled for January 8, 2019. 2018 2024-EPA-05254
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A comment letter from SunCoke dated 2016 critiques the EPA's new MACT floor emission limits for IINR plants, arguing they are based on insufficient data and do not account for variability in coal composition. 2016 2025-EPA-04883
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The August 18, 2016 article discusses the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court's ruling against the Access Northeast pipeline project, overturning a gas-electric harmonization plan approved by the Department of Public Utilities, impacting long-term capacity contracts for electric distribution companies. 2016 DOE-HQ-2025-02714-F
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Talen Energy's 2015 report criticizes the EPA's Coal Combustion Residual regulations, arguing they threaten U.S. energy production and calling for immediate action by the Trump Administration to revise these policies. 2015 2025-EPA-04193
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The 2012 EPA report on methane regulation for marginal wells outlines the characteristics and economic impact of approximately 750,000 marginal oil and gas wells, detailing the agency's regulatory framework under the Clean Air Act and the implications of the 2022 Methane Tax. 2012 2025-EPA-04193
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The 2012 report details Minnkota's mercury control strategies, including the use of Potassium Iodide fuel additives and non-halogenated PAC injection at the Young Station, which combusts lignite coal sourced from BNI Coal Inc. 2012 2025-EPA-04883
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Appendix B summarizes recent PSD permits for new natural gas combined cycle (NGCC) plants, detailing applicable greenhouse gas (GHG) limits and emission rates, with data sourced from various EPA records as of March 17, 2014. 2012 2024-EPA-05254
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Talon Montana submitted comments to the EPA on September 10, 2025, opposing the proposed 0.010 lb/MMBtu fPM limit and requesting subcategories for coal-fired units with wet scrubbers and for near-term retiring units at the Colstrip facility. 1970 2025-EPA-04883
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Document 51 Attachment 1 outlines requests for tariff exemptions on crude oil, natural gas, refined products, and critical industrial materials essential for U.S. energy dominance, citing potential consumer cost impacts and reliance on imports. DOE-HQ-2025-02714-F
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Attachment 2 from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce outlines the critical role of natural gas in achieving energy security and climate objectives, emphasizing its importance in the G7 discussions on energy transition and the need for continued investment in gas infrastructure. DOE-HQ-2025-02714-F
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Inspection report for Saveway Petroleum dated November 3, 2020, from the EPA Enforcement Records, consisting of three pages. EIP EPA Enforcement Records 3
On December 19, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a Notice of Violation to Dan Maguire of Gas Transmission Northwest LLC regarding Clean Air Act violations at compressor stations in Oregon, Idaho, and Washington, offering a 30-day period for pre-filing negotiations before potential enforcement actions. EIP EPA Enforcement Records 18