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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
Blockchain Continues to Make Headway in the Energy Industry Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
27
2023
New Bills Advance California’s Offshore Wind Strategy Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
26
2019
FERC Proposes Major Changes to PURPA Regulations Impacting Qualifying Facility Rates and Requirements; Throwing Roadblocks in the Path of Renewable Energy Development Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
26
2014
What’s New Out There? Highlights from the March 2014 Federal Register Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Oct
24
2019
EPA and Army Repeal Clean Water Rule and Move Forward with Plan to Redefine Waters Subject to Federal Regulation under Clean Water Act Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Apr
24
2014
5 Things You Need To Know Now About Mexico’s Energy Reforms Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Nov
14
2019
Fall Season Results in California Coastal Commission Victories Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
11
2014
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 3 Categorical Exemptions Permitted for AT&T Installations Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
21
2014
Supreme Court Caps the EPA’s Authority to Regulate Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Stationary Sources: Only When a Permit is Required Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
22
2017
Faceoff with Federal Government Possibly Looming Following California Supreme Court CEQA Ruling; Cal High Speed Rail Project Also Vulnerable Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Sep
22
2017
Professional Services Exclusion Negates Coverage for Liability Arising Out of Insured’s Failure to Mark Oil Pipeline Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
29
2022
Is the U.S. solar industry ready to prove its panels aren’t made with Uyghur forced labor? Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
6
2022
Lawmakers and Regulators Examine Role of Blockchain Technology in Energy Transitions Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Mar
31
2020
U.S. EPA’s Temporary COVID-19 Enforcement Discretion Policy Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Nov
24
2014
Ninth Circuit Rejects Use of Preemptive Litigation to Validate Federal Approvals Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Dec
19
2014
New Russian Sanctions Legislation Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
12
2022
California Energy Commission Releases Milestone Offshore Wind Energy Report and Sets Maximum Feasible Capacity and Megawatt Planning Goals for 2030 and 2045 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jul
11
2010
Supercenters Do Not Automatically Trigger Requirement To Study Urban Decay Effects In An EIR Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
14
2010
Three-Year Statute Of Limitations Applies To Inverse Condemnation Action Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
17
2020
County Zoning Ordinance Cannot be Used to Justify Property Seizure Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
May
16
2011
Court Tosses Transpacific Air Passengers' Claims Based on Alleged Overcharges for Flights Originating in Asia Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
10
2011
Superior Court's Injunction Preventing California's Cap and Trade Program Has Been Stayed...Right? Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Aug
21
2015
Cross Subsidization For Purpose Of Enhanced Grocery Sales Through Alleged Below Cost Gasoline Discounts Found Not To Violate California Unfair Practices Act Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jan
20
2016
Airplanes, Pistachios, and New Burger Joint in Tehran: What Changes for United States Under Lighter Iran Sanctions Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Nov
29
2018
Critical Habitat Must Be Habitat for Listed Species, Supreme Court Says Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
21
2016
China State Council Issues Guideline to Boost General Aviation Industry Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Jun
27
2016
Los Angeles Superior Court Issues Important Defense Verdict In Unique Proposition 65 Trial Against Brass-Polish Manufacturer Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
May
2
2013
California Commercial Building Owners Must Comply With New Energy Use Disclosure Rules Commencing July 1, 2013 Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
 

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