Air Regulation Practice
Issue Alerts
EPA Proposes New Interstate Transport Rule and Previews Upcoming Regulatory Agenda
Kyle Danish, Stephen Fotis, Harold BulgerJuly 8, 2010
On July 6, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would require a significant reduction in sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide emissions from power plants in 31 states located in the Eastern half of the United States. The proposed rule, referred to as the “Transport Rule,” is intended to replace the 2005 Clean Air Interstate Rule.
New Proposed Air Regulations for Boilers Will Require New Controls and Could Affect Biomass, Landfill Gas
Britt Fleming, Mitch Bernstein, Megan CeronskyJune 16, 2010
On June 4, 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued three significant proposed regulations under the Clean Air Act and one rule under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act that will affect emissions of hazardous air pollutants from solid waste incinerators and from institutional, commercial, and industrial boilers and process heaters (indirect-fired) burning various fuels including coal, oil, natural gas, landfill gas, biomass, and biodiesel.
Senate Defeats Murkowski Resolution to Block EPA Regulation of GHG Emissions Under Existing Clean Air Act Programs
Lisa Epifani, Tomás CarbonellJune 11, 2010
Yesterday, the Senate voted 53 to 47 to defeat a procedural motion that would have allowed consideration of a resolution of disapproval of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) December 7, 2009 finding under the Clean Air Act that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from motor vehicles contribute to an endangerment to public health and welfare. The defeat of the resolution means that EPA can continue on its path to implement GHG regulations for both mobile and stationary sources. This Issue Alert discusses the vote and recaps the state of affairs with regards to EPA activity on GHG initiatives.
EPA Issues “Tailoring Rule” Outlining Clean Air Act Permitting Thresholds for Facilities that Emit Greenhouse Gases
Kyle Danish, Tomas Carbonell, Megan CeronskyMay 14, 2010
On May 13, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule addressing implementation of certain Clean Air Act permitting programs for stationary sources of greenhouse gas emissions.
Senators Kerry and Lieberman Unveil Draft Energy and Climate Change Bill
Kyle Danish, Stephen Fotis, Megan Ceronsky, Tomás Carbonell, Henry SternMay 13, 2010
On May 12, 2010, Senators John Kerry (D-MA) and Joseph Lieberman (I-CT) released the initial draft of a comprehensive climate change and clean energy bill, titled the “American Power Act.”
Articles
U.S. Climate Change Policy Will Drive Significant Investment Opportunities in Traditional and Alternative Energy
Ben McMakin and Janet AndersonManaged Funds Association Reporter
April 2008
A new President and the likelihood of more Democrats in the House and Senate may tip the balance of power in energy debates from traditional oil and gas interests to proponents of new energy sources and cleantech goods and services. While we watch the election unfold, and as the rhetorical battles over energy policy continue in Washington, D.C., climate change legislation looms largest of all the energy debates.
New Wine Into Old Bottles: The Feasibility of Greenhouse Gas Regulation Under the Clean Air Act
Robert NordhausNew York University: Environmental Law Journal
March 15, 2007
On November 29, 2006, Massachusetts v. EPA was argued before the United States Supreme Court. This essay, written before the decision was issued, presumes that the Court has decided that EPA was authorized or required to regulate CO2 under the CAA and explores the issues of 1) whether EPA could construct a domestic program to regulate CO2 emissions and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under the statute in its present form and 2) would such a program be a comprehensive and cost-effective means of controlling such emissions?
Seminars & Events
Alliance to Save Energy: EE Noon
Washington DC Convention Center, Washington, DCMarch 12, 2010
Megan Ceronsky is speaking at this event.
Energy Daily Webinar: Energy Funding Opportunities in the Obama Administration
February 24, 2010Jennifer Owen is speaking at this event.
American Conference Institute: Environmental Regulation & Enforcement 2010
Loews Madison Hotel, Washington, DCJanuary 21, 2010
Dick Penna is speaking on a panel at this event.
Webinar: 2010 Outlook for U.S. Energy and Environmental Policy
January 13, 2010Van Ness Feldman hosted a webinar on January 13, 2010 during which the speakers, Kyle Danish, Curt Rich, and Ben McMakin, discussed the major trends pertaining to energy, environmental, and climate policy.
Global Refining Strategies Summit 2009
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, Houston TexasOctober 28, 2009
Lisa Epifani is speaking at this event.