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EPA considering petition to require submittal of efficacy data for neonicotinoids and other systemic insecticides

Environmental News Bits

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it is accepting comments on a petition for rulemaking submitted by the Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER), the American Bird Conservancy (ABC), and several other groups. Read the full story from Wiley Rein LLP. On November 24, 2023, the U.S.

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What Difference Will Listing ‘Forever Chemicals’ as Hazardous Substances Make?

E2 Law Blog

The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed to list two “forever chemicals”—perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS)—as “hazardous substances” under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA or Superfund).

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Poisonous Benefits?

Acoel

As a young biologist working for the state environmental agency I was involved with environmental response teams that sampled sediments and fish in the river. I will never forget that period in my life and career. As I think of lessons learned from that experience there are many, but one stands out.

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Well Done Foundation, Seneca Resources Partner On Orphaned Well Plugging Project In McKean County

PA Environment Daily

WDF initiated talks with the State of Pennsylvania earlier this year and has received the full support of the Department of Environmental Protection. Formed in 2019, the Well Done Foundation enables the oil and gas industry to partner with the conservation community to create an alternative pathway to success that benefits all.

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DEP Testimony Provides Overview Of Budget Request, Progress On Permitting, Environmental Justice, Infrastructure Investments, PFAS, Watershed Cleanup, Climate, Clean Energy Initiatives

PA Environment Daily

I’m Jessica Shirley, the Interim Acting Secretary for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Pennsylvanians, no matter their location, demographic, or wealth have equal access to environmental protection. Our proposed budget also includes $1.1

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EPA Will Not Require Financial Assurances From Electric Power Sector

Clean Energy Law

O’Brien and Stacey L. VanBelleghem. What’s Next? EPA will take public comment on the proposed decision for 60 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register.

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Houston, This is Harvey: Hurricanes are Hazardous

Vermont Law

Agencies across the areas of disaster preparedness and response, environmental protection, commerce, housing, agriculture, and energy must take steps toward preventing, mitigating and responding to the release of hazardous and toxic materials resulting from hurricanes, tropical storms and associated flooding in coastal and riverside communities.

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