Clean Energy Law

JULY 16, 2019

CERLCA imposes a joint and several liability scheme that holds certain entities ( e.g. , certain owners and operators, generators, arrangers, and transporters of hazardous substances) liable for the costs or damages associated with environmental remediation. Pursuant to court order, EPA must finalize this regulation by December 2, 2020.

Electricity 130

Electricity Toxic Substances Control Act Regulations 2015 130

Law Columbia

MARCH 14, 2024

These state-level “Climate Superfund” bills are modeled on the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA), commonly known as Superfund, which imposes liability on multiple parties, including the generators of waste, for the cleanup of contaminated sites.

Fossil Fuels 58

Fossil Fuels Climate Change Regulations Carbon Dioxide 58

Arnold Porter

JUNE 2, 2021

PFOA and PFOS Drinking Water Regulations Back On and Only the Beginning. In the final days of the Trump Administration, EPA issued final determinations to regulate PFOA and PFOS in drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), a process the Agency started in 2018. EPA Will Continue Work on PFAS Disposal and Destruction.

Toxic Substances Control Act 52

Toxic Substances Control Act 2020 Clean Water Act Regulations 52

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 16, 2022

The requirements in the bill cover oil and natural gas facilities, including wells, pipelines, pumping stations, compressor stations, power plants, natural gas processing plants or plants processing waste streams from oil and gas operations. Read more here. In 2015, Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne) introduced the same legislation in the House.

Natural Gas 112

Natural Gas Radiation Environmental Protection Regulations 112

Greenbuilding Law

DECEMBER 24, 2023

These largely market driven advancements not only reduce environmental impact but are also translating into significant cost savings for businesses and homeowners. often poorly) winners and losers, hurting disadvantaged communities. The planet’s population keeps growing on track to pass 8,100,000,000 in 2024, a huge positive for prosperity.

2023 52

2023 Greenhouse Renewable Energy Climate Change 52

Capaccio

JUNE 14, 2022

In order to limit PFAS in drinking water, the EPA has begun developing a national primary drinking water regulation and taking actions to stop the discharge of PFAS in waterways and wastewater systems. Designate certain PFAS as CERCLA hazardous waste . The Clean Air Act requires EPA to regulate hazardous air pollutant (HAPs) emissions.

Toxic Substances Control Act 52

Toxic Substances Control Act Clean Air Act 2021 Regulations 52

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 16, 2023

For Pipeline Development EQT, Chesapeake, Equitrans Shale Gas Companies Announce Methane Reduction Initiatives Better Path Coalition Outlines Needed Environmental, Climate Policy Changes For Incoming Shapiro Administration EPA Invites Comments On Draft Oil & Gas Waste Injection Well Permit In Young Twp., Jefferson County; Feb.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Clean Water Act Conservation 2023 52

Environmental Science

JULY 30, 2018

Environmental regulation. Million tons/yr of waste: 7,600 industrial, 250 municipal, 25 hazardous. 1,900 landfills, 21 for hazardous waste. 100 nuclear reactors; 2,000 tons/yr nuclear waste. Sometimes these subgroups are further differentiated by their analytical method or governing regulation. Limitations.

Clean Water Act 52

Clean Water Act Waste Clean Air Act Regulations 52

Law Columbia

AUGUST 10, 2021

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has indicated that offshore carbon storage projects may also be regulated under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA). Importantly, however, EPA cannot issue permits for the dumping of “industrial waste” from “a manufacturing or processing plant” (33 U.S.C.

Carbon Dioxide 67

Carbon Dioxide Atmosphere 2005 Paris Agreement 67

Environmental Science

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Environmental law, or sometimes known as environmental and natural resources law, is a term used to explain regulations, statutes, local, national and international legislation, and treaties designed to protect the environment from damage and to explain the legal consequences of such damage towards governments or private entities or individuals (1).

Government 52

Government Law Waste Clean Air Act 52

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 15, 2023

Receives AAA Rating For Environmental, Social And Governance Standards -- York Dispatch Guest Essay: Clean Energy Permitting Reform Needed For PA To Boost Economy, Protect Climate And Burn Less Coal - By Citizens Climate Lobby -- Environmental Health Project Webinar: Jan. Jefferson County; Feb. 17 [PaEN] -- DCNR Announces $3.2

Conservation 62

Conservation Natural Gas Clean Water Act 2023 62

Arnold Porter

JUNE 2, 2021

This includes emerging contaminants as well as substances identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) under the 2016 amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for prioritization, risk evaluation, or regulation. Table of Contents. »Litigation. by weight regardless of container size.

2021 52

2021 2020 Toxic Substances Control Act Regulations 52

Arnold Porter

JUNE 2, 2021

This includes emerging contaminants as well as substances identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) under the 2016 amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for prioritization, risk evaluation, or regulation. PFAS Action Act of 2021 Would Amend Major Environmental Statutes to Regulate PFAS.

2021 52

2021 Regulations 2020 Toxic Substances Control Act 52

Law Columbia

MARCH 6, 2018

Federal Court Dismissed Challenge to Executive Order on Reducing Regulation. The court stated: “Any injury allegedly stemming from the prospect that the Executive Order has delayed the issuance of unspecified regulations relating to a broadly defined area of concern is too abstract and speculative to support standing.” Trump , No.

2018 40

2018 Clean Air Act Climate Change Endangered Species Act 40

Arnold Porter

AUGUST 26, 2021

This includes emerging contaminants as well as substances identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) under the 2016 amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for prioritization, risk evaluation, or regulation. Table of Contents. Draft Contaminant Candidate List Included All PFAS.

2021 52

2021 2020 Regulations Law 52

Arnold Porter

DECEMBER 3, 2021

This includes emerging contaminants as well as substances identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) under the 2016 amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for prioritization, risk evaluation, or regulation. EPA Denied Petitions Seeking TSCA Regulation of Chemicals in Cigarettes and Cosmetics.

2021 52

2021 Toxic Substances Control Act 2020 Regulations 52