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Environmental and energy laws intersect routinely with businesses, in many different niches and industries. From companies developing solar energy systems to a small business selling all-natural, organic foods, these industries collide with legislation and court precedents, and companies must be aware of the regulations impacting their businesses. Visitors to the National Law Review will come across industry news, agency news, and local legislation as well as litigation as it relates to the areas of energy and environmental law.

EPA and other Governmental Environmental Agencies and Legislation

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), the Clean Air and Water Acts, Brownfield Remediation and Redevelopment, and Toxic Substances and Control Act (TSCA), are agencies that the National Law Review covers.  Additionally, the implications of the Endangered Species Act and implications of the changes to this long-standing legislation are analyzed by the legal experts at the National Law Review.

Alternative Energy Production

Additionally, biobased energy production and alternative energy production, including regulations, tax credits, and upcoming legislation are also extensively covered by the National Law Review.  Industry developments, legal developments in the energy sector, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and renewable energy reform and legislation, are among the topics visitors can read about online. Developments in coal, geothermal, solar, wind, hydroelectric, and natural gas both in the US and internationally are also updated on the website.

Environmental Litigation in Federal and State Courts

Many environmental issues and regulations find their way to the courtroom, as different agencies and environmental groups fight for their various interests.  Litigation covering the Clean Water Act and how it is enforced, as well as litigation on CERCLA and Superfund site clean-up costs and environmental litigation brought by the Army Corps of Engineers.

Climate Change and the Environment

Climate change has been a major factor in environmental legal issues, as the impacts of climate change are felt and there is increasing public pressure for companies and governments to pay attention to its devastating effects. The National Law Review provides coverage of corporate responses to climate changecreative litigation for the benefit of children, and the responses to climate change and coverage of world agreements, like the Paris Agreement,  and President Trump’s controversial withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.

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Recent Energy, EPA, Climate & Environmental Law News

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Feb
6
2020
Navigable Waters Protection Rule: How are the “Waters of the United States” Being Defined? Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
6
2022
E-Commerce Development Boom or Bust? Potential Setbacks for Warehouse Development in Inland Empire on Hold for Now Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
27
2020
Digital CEQA: New Executive Order Creates An Alternative Path For Complying With CEQA Notice, Posting And Public Review Requirements Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
11
2014
County of San Diego’s Adopted Climate Action Plan Violates CEQA: Fails to Include Enforceable GHG Reduction Measures Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
31
2014
City of Los Angeles Outsources Defense of CEQA/Land Use Lawsuits To Private Law Firms – Developers To Foot The Bill Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
23
2018
District Courts Have Jurisdiction Over Challenges to Clean Water Rule, Supreme Court Says Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
8
2020
Court of Appeal Rejects Challenge to LA’s Business Improvement Districts on Procedural Ground Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
30
2020
Splitting The Roll – Commercial And Industrial Property Owners May Face Significant California Property Tax Increases Starting As Early As The 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
27
2010
California Endangered Species Act Prohibits State Agencies From Taking Threatened and Endangered Species Without Permit Authority Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Nov
20
2010
Courts Clarify Local Agency Role In Mobile Home Park Ownership Conversions Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Feb
12
2011
California Court Issues Tentative Ruling Enjoining AB 32 Implementation Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
2
2011
Army Corps of Engineers Proposes New, Reissued, and Modified Nationwide Permits Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
11
2021
California Housing Legislation Effective in 2021 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Feb
22
2023
The Commercial Division Rejects Yet Another Insured’s Claim for Coverage for Covid-Related Revenues Losses Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
9
2016
Europe Opens Routes for Sanctioned Iran Airline: Flying the Too-Friendly Skies? Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
21
2023
Beyond Inverse Condemnation in Wildfire Litigation: An Oregon Jury Finds Utility Liable for Negligence, Trespass and Nuisance Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
10
2013
In-FUR-mation Update: New Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Enforcement Policy for Retailers Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
4
2013
European Union (EU) Carbon Trading System Wins Parliament's Support Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
12
2013
The Internet, Food, Petroleum, and World Culture: Recent Updates to the Syria Sanctions Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
9
2013
Still Standing: U.S. Court Upholds Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Conflicts Minerals Rule Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
9
2019
FERC Order No. 856-A Clarifies Regulations Regarding Interlocking Directorates of Public Utilities and Certain Other Entities Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
18
2023
FCC Adopts New Pole Attachment Rules to Promote Broadband Expansion Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
8
2022
FTC Imposes Record-Setting $10M Fine Against Multistate Auto Dealer, Settling Charges of Racial Discrimination and Unauthorized Charges Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
May
31
2014
Developer-Prepared Cost Comparisons Can Show Economic Infeasibility Under CEQA - California Environmental Quality Act Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
31
2020
Let the Seller Beware – NASA’s Proposed Rule Seeks to Limit the Presence of Counterfeit Electronic Parts Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
May
24
2022
Federal Trade Commission Petitioned To Investigate Electric Utilities Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
29
2024
May 1 Brings Another Privacy Law to the Beehive State: The Utah Motor Vehicle Data Protection Act Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
28
2017
Corps and EPA Solicit Public Comment on Restoring Pre-Clean Water Rule Regulations Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
 

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