Smith Enviorment

DECEMBER 14, 2023

December 14, 2023. General Assembly returned to a very aggressive effort to influence environmental rules in 2023. Farm Act of 2023 (Senate Bill 582) and the Regulatory Reform Act of 2023 (House Bill 600) all contained provisions weakening existing environmental protections and in some cases preventing adoption of new standards.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 11, 2023

After a landmark 2022—a record $54 billion committed to climate spending and legislation that codified the state’s goals of carbon neutrality by 2045 and 90 percent clean electricity by 2035—a significantly gloomier budget forecast gave rise to fears that California’s climate programs would take a hit.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 21, 2023

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the July 22 PA Bulletin -- -- The Governor’s Office published notice in the July 22 PA Bulletin an updated Regulatory Agenda listing regulations under development by each state agency is now available. -- The Environmental Quality Board canceled the August 8 meeting. Click Here to sign up.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 1, 2023

PA Bulletin, page 7409 ] -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the December 2 PA Bulletin approving revisions to the Mifflin-Juniata County Regional Municipal Waste Plan. [ 25 telephonic hearing on PPL application for an electric transmission line in Cumberland County. All through its eNotice system.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is considering amendments to its Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) regulation, but indicated they have no plans to address the problems caused by counter-productive subsidies for manure biomethane. California’s transportation fuel policy is knee deep in cow poop, and it’s not a good look.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 17, 2023

Note: Just because EPA has not regulated these facilities does not mean that DEP does not.] This proposal will better protect their health and our environment, and it will reflect our broader commitment to reduce pollution from the power sector in a way that ensures a reliable, affordable supply of electricity.”

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 25, 2024

Department of the Treasury is hosting a public hearing on the December 2023 proposed regulations governing implementation of the Section 45V Credit for Production of Clean Hydrogen. The proposed regulations clearly adhere to that framework, fully comporting with a plain reading of the text.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 7, 2023

. -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the April 8 PA Bulletin that Chuwi Innovation and Technology is not in compliance with the state electronics waste recycling law and is prohibited from selling its products in Pennsylvania. ( Notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations?

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

PA Bulletin, page 551 ) -- The Public Utility Commission published notice in the February 3 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a proposed Settlement with PPL Electric Utilities on billing system malfunctions. Notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations? Comments due 25 days after publication. 10:00 a.m.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 5, 2023

On April 5, township supervisors, concerned residents, and advocacy organizations submitted a letter to the Department of Environmental Protection calling on the agency to conduct a proper Public Participation Process for an oil and gas waste injection disposal well in Potter County.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

This TGD describes the process by which transporters of residual waste may comply with the Department's rules and regulations for developing a Transporter's Contingency Plan. Notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations? All through its eNotice system. Click Here to sign up.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations? PA Bulletin, page 5509 ) [Compare to Aug. PA Bulletin, page 5509 ) [Compare to Aug. PA Bulletin, page 5575 ) Read more here. Room 105 Rachel Carson Building. Visit the Board webpage to see options for joining remotely. Contact: ​​Daniel E. All through its eNotice system.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 11, 2023

On May 11, the PJM Interconnection released its annual summer assessment and predicts sufficient supply to meet summer electricity needs for the 65 million people it serves across 13 states and the District of Columbia-- including Pennsylvania-- under anticipated conditions. and particularly the East Coast and Gulf Coast. A record $1.8

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 19, 2024

PA Bulletin, page 251 ) [Note: This is separate from Panther Creek’s request to burn waste tire-derived fuel at the power plan. Notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations? The meeting will be held from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Read more here. All through its eNotice system. Click Here to sign up.

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E2 Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

11, 2023, the City Planning Commission approved amendments to the New York City Zoning Resolution, called “City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality,” proposed by Mayor Adams’ administration to advance the city’s climate goals, including an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050. onshore wind turbines) (ZR 62-825).

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

From January 28 through February 3, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 640 inspection reports that resulted in reporting 23 violations of environmental regulations-- 7 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 15 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry.

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Natural Gas Waste Regulations Air Pollution 89

Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

As electric vehicle (EV) policies are implemented around the country, and sales continue to rise, a question many ask is if vehicle batteries are recycled. The report outlines a package of policies that could become the first lithium-ion US battery recycling regulation – including producer responsibility for battery recycling.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

billion gallons of drilling wastewater generated every year in Pennsylvania-- where it does for disposal or recycling, waste injection well development, problems with the conventional and shale gas wastewater reporting system, road dumping of conventional drilling wastewater and much more. Click Here to read the entire article. 27 Released 1.1

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 29, 2024

18-20 In WV Registration Open For Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council Level 1 Certification Training Beginning July 30 Join Master Watershed Stewards In Lancaster County For June 13 Waterways On Wheels Bike Tour A Dozen Nonprofit, Agency, Municipal Environmental Experts Team Up To Tackle Stormwater Runoff In The Lake Erie Watershed Dept.

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Cresforum

JANUARY 16, 2024

Increased electrification in both the industrialized and the developing world is projected to help meet emissions reduction goals, and nuclear power could provide much of the future needs for electricity. electricity generation, nuclear power produces more than half of the nation’s emissions-free electricity. Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.)

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Circle of Blue

MAY 22, 2023

The Rundown The EPA wants to expand the number of coal ash facilities regulated to protect water bodies from contaminants. The EPA orders Baltimore to protect its drinking water reservoirs from animal waste. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking to protect water bodies from contamination by coal waste at legacy sites.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 6, 2023

From April 29 to May 5, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 626 inspection entries that resulted in reporting 60 violations of environmental regulations-- 42 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 18 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry. Cranberry Twp. Cranberry Twp.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 3, 2023

DEP issued the original well abandonment and other violations on October 18, 2023 and a response from the operator failed to address the abandonment issue. DEP issued the original well abandonment and other violations on October 18, 2023 and a response from the operator failed to address the abandonment issue. Read more here.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 29, 2023

From April 22 to 28, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 729 inspection entries that resulted in reporting 48 violations of environmental regulations-- 32 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 16 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry. It was not. Cranberry Twp.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 17, 2023

Shapiro Provides Fresh Support To Key Changes Recommended In 2020 Grand Jury Report To Tighten Regulation Of The Natural Gas Drilling Industry To Better Protect Public Health, Environment Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1 27 Released 1.1 27 Released 1.1

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 25, 2023

Johns, Arizona. -- Martin Lake Steam Electric Station, Tatum, Texas. -- Monroe Power Plant, Monroe, Michigan. EPA is proposing to deny these applications because the owners and operators of the CCR units fail to demonstrate that the surface impoundments comply with requirements of the CCR regulations. EPA-HQ-OLEM-2021-0281.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

on August 28, 2023 , DEP received an emergency notification of an uncontrolled venting of natural gas from shale gas well 9H at the Repsol Oil and Gas USA LLC Cummings Lumber well pad in Troy Township, Bradford County. Truck Rollover Spills 4,600 Gallons Of Wastewater On August 30, 2023 , DEP received an emergency notification at 7:33 a.m.

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E2 Law Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The Council’s release of the draft scoping plan represents a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to implement policies to reduce GHG emissions and achieve the 2040 zero GHG emission target that the CLCPA sets for the electricity-generating sector. The final plan must be sent to the Legislature by Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 24, 2023

Of Environmental Professionals Now Accepting Nominations For 2023 Karl Mason And Walter Lyon Awards Reminder! Email: PaEnviroDigest@gmail.com [Posted: July 24, 2023] PA Environment Digest 8-10 Registration Open! PA Statewide Abandoned Mine Reclamation Conference Oct. 24-26 In Altoona PA Assn.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 3, 2023

Homer City based its decision on several factors including the low price of natural gas, a dramatic spike in the cost of its ongoing coal supply, unseasonably warm winters and increasingly stringent environmental regulations. A fourth plant-- Montour (1,504) -- announced plans to stop burning coal in 2025.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 17, 2023

From June 10 to 16, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 651 inspection entries that resulted in reporting 67 violations of environmental regulations-- 61 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 6 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 14, 2023

Million To Delaware Estuary Program, Including Support For Mussel Hatchery At Philadelphia's Bartram's Gardens [PaEN] -- Dept. Million To Delaware Estuary Program, Including Support For Mussel Hatchery At Philadelphia's Bartram's Gardens [PaEN] -- Dept.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

On September 5, 2023, DEP issued a notice of violation to the operator for abandoning the well without plugging it and the operator tried to plug it, but a camera inserted into the well found natural gas was still bubbling up through the well indicating it had failed. DEP issued the original notice of violation on May 3, 2023. [

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 1, 2023

Of Health Establishes Community-Based Health Resource Network To Provide Long-Term Assistance To Residents Impacted By Norfolk Southern Train Derailment [PaEN] -- Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - March 25 to 31; More Violations At Equitrans Gas Storage Area; Spring Walk Yields Hissing Gas Well On State Game Lands [PaEN] -- PA (..)

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

The theme of the 2023 State of American Energy, “The Solution is Here,” and the new report, focus on three main components: -- Make: Lifting restrictions on energy development in federal waters and lands could increase domestic energy production and increase investment in the U.S. Jefferson County; Feb. 31 to Jan. Jefferson County; Feb.

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Greenbuilding Law

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Governments across the United States are for the first time regulating greenhouse gas emissions. Louis, are all regulating greenhouse gas emissions through building energy performance standards. The greenhouse gas issue just coming into focus in 2024 is reducing food waste. Composting food waste will be de rigueur in 2024.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 1, 2023

PA Bulletin, page 7434 ] Waste Permits -- Range Resources-Appalachia, LLC - Yonker George Tank Pad: DEP issued a WMGR123 General Permit for processing oil and gas wastewater at the facility located in Mount Pleasant Twp., You’ll also get notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations. Fayette County. [ Washington County. [

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