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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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2019
Summary And Analysis Of The Water Infrastructure Improvement Act Barnes & Thornburg LLP
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2019
Key Takeaways from 2018 PHMSA Enforcement Numbers Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
2
2019
Affordable Clean Energy Rule To Require Coal-Fired Electricity Generators To Improve Efficiency Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Nov
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2013
Rethinking Preemption in the Defense of Aerosol Cans (And Other Department of Transportation (DOT)-Regulated Containers) Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jan
25
2024
DOE Walks The Talk With Major Investments In Clean Energy Projects At Federal Facilities Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Mar
30
2017
President Trump Reverses Federal Approach on Climate Change Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Mar
12
2014
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Extends Comment Deadline for Proposed Rule to Cap Carbon Emissions from New Power Plants Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Nov
27
2019
EPA Explores Adding PFAS to Toxics Release Inventory Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Apr
21
2022
SEC Proposes New Rules To Standardize Climate-Related Disclosures Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
8
2014
Missouri Law Paves Way for Increase In Unpaid Volunteers on Public Works Projects Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jun
5
2015
Are We Seeing a Revival in Michigan Environmental Insurance Coverage? Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
13
2020
FAA Extends And Adds To NBAA Small Aircraft Exemptions Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
31
2020
Be Prepared for Imminent Termination of EPA Enforcement Discretion Policy Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Oct
23
2015
Start Your Clocks: EPA Publishes Greenhouse Gas Rules for Utilities Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jan
23
2023
EPA Proposes To Add Climate Change, PFAS As New Compliance Initiatives To Advance Environmental Justice Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Feb
23
2023
ISSB’s Inaugural Sustainability Disclosure Standards Put The Spotlight On Scope 3 Emissions In The U.S. Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Mar
23
2021
Could Your Manufacturing Business Be Impacted by PFAS? Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Sep
26
2012
Aviation Law Alert - U.S. Aircraft Operators Possibly One Step Closer to Avoiding EU-ETS Requirements: Senate Passes SB 1956 Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Oct
8
2018
Ninth Circuit Destroys Uber Drivers’ Misclassification Suits Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Oct
16
2018
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 Raises Concerns Among the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Community Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jan
6
2013
Is Your Combustion Unit a Boiler or an Incinerator? - EPA Finalizes "NHSM" Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials Rule Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
5
2016
2016 PIPES Act Delivers Increased Regulatory Scrutiny Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Mar
9
2013
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposes to Eliminate Startup, Shutdown, and Malfunction Air Emission Exemptions in 36 States Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jul
18
2023
Will The U.S.’ Big Bet On Hydrogen Pay Off? Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Aug
3
2021
How Will the SEC Drive ESG Progress? First, We Measure Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Oct
3
2023
A Handful Of Highlights From Climate Week 2023: Crossing The Rubicon From Planning To Accelerated Action Barnes & Thornburg LLP
May
28
2019
‘Sudden and Accidental’ Discharges May Avoid the Pollution Exclusion Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Oct
18
2023
Funding Community Clean Energy and Climate Mitigation Projects: White House Technical Assistance Guide to Infrastructure Opportunities a Must-Read Barnes & Thornburg LLP
 

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