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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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Sep
24
2012
EPA Unveils Calif. Mapping Tool for Developing Renewable Energy Sources U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jun
27
2018
Administrator Pruitt Issues Memo to Increase Regulatory Certainty in Permitting Process U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Oct
10
2012
Two Bay Area Companies Receive U.S. EPA Energy Awards U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
May
30
2016
EPA and NIH Award $25.5 Million to Help Improve Environmental Conditions in Disadvantaged Communities U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Nov
8
2018
EPA Awards $1.7 Million to Small Businesses to Develop Innovative Technologies U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jul
17
2016
EPA Issues Final Actions to Cut Methane Emissions from Municipal Solid Waste Landfills U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Dec
1
2018
The United States, Mexico, and Canada Conclude Negotiations on a Trilateral Agreement on Environmental Cooperation U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jun
2
2013
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposes Rules to Protect Americans from Exposure to Formaldehyde U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Dec
3
2016
EPA Proposes Financial Responsibility Requirements for Hardrock Mining Industry U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jan
19
2020
EPA Announces Enforcement Actions to Protect Drinking Water at Eight Federal Facilities U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jan
11
2015
Reuse of Spent Foundry Sands Yields Environmental Benefits U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Mar
30
2015
Austin, DFW and Houston Businesses Saved $145 Million with Energy Efficient buildings U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Sep
14
2022
EPA Implements Advanced Effort to Protect Water Quality in Three Boston-area River Watersheds U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Sep
26
2022
Statement by Administrator Regan on the Ongoing Water Crisis in Jackson, Mississippi U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Oct
5
2022
EPA Announces Innovative Effort to Bring New Chemicals Used in Electric Vehicle, Semiconductor, Clean Energy Sectors to Market U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Dec
12
2022
EPA Announces $25.7 Million in Grants to Support Water Systems in Rural and Small Communities U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Apr
30
2011
Obama Administration Affirms Comprehensive Commitment to Clean Water U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
May
16
2011
EPA Takes Action to Protect Ground Water from Petroleum Contamination U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
13
2015
Re: Gold King Mine - Statement, Photos and Audio from EPA Administrator in Durango, CO U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
11
2011
Obama Administration Advances Efforts to Protect Health of U.S. Communities Overburdened by Pollution / Federal Agencies Sign Environmental Justice Memorandum of Understanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Dec
28
2022
Koloa Zipline and Kauai ATV to Pay $45k to Resolve Safe Drinking Water Act Violation Claim U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Apr
21
2012
EPA Issues Updated, Achievable Air Pollution Standards for Oil and Natural Gas U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jun
20
2012
Homebuilder Toll Brothers Inc. to Pay $741,000 Clean Water Act Penalty and Implement Company-Wide Stormwater Controls U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Jul
19
2012
EPA Fines Yuba City Power Plant $13,500 Following Illegal Arsenic Release U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
12
2012
EPA Announces Funding for Research to Improve Air Quality, Protect Health U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
16
2012
U.S. Attorney and EPA Announce Settlement with City of Fitchburg U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Aug
27
2012
EPA Stops the Importation of Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffins as Part of Settlement with INEOS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Sep
5
2012
In Support of Affected States, EPA Approves Temporary Fuel Waiver for 8 States Impacted by Hurricane Isaac U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
 

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