J. Curtis Rich
VNF Policy Updates
EPA Issues New Rules Requiring Renewable Fuels to Meet Greenhouse Gas Emissions Performance Standards
Curt Rich, Jennifer Owen, Henry SternFebruary 12, 2010
On February 3, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency finalized long-awaited regulations implementing amendments to the Renewable Fuel Standard Program made by Congress through the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.
EPA Issues Proposed Renewable Fuels Standard Implementing Regulations; Administration Makes Stimulus Funds Available for Biofuels
Jennifer Owen and Curt RichMay 8, 2009
On May 5, 2009, the Environmental Protection Agency issued proposed rules to implement the renewable fuels standard as updated by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.
Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Programs Emerge as Winners in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Curt Rich, Todd WootenFebruary 13, 2009
With more than $43 billion in grant funding, loan guarantees and tax incentives, renewable energy and energy efficiency programs emerged as winners in the final version of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act agreed to by Congressional negotiators yesterday.
Energy Provisions Prominent in House Stimulus Legislation
Todd Wooten, Tracy NagelbushJanuary 16, 2009
After weeks of speculation and consideration, the much anticipated economic stimulus legislation was unveiled and introduced on January 15th in the House of Representatives.
Post-Election Update
Edited by Curt RichNovember 6, 2008
Democrats captured the White House and substantially improved their majorities in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives during Tuesday’s national elections. President-elect Barack Obama and his team plan to move quickly with a transition plan, with key cabinet positions possibly being announced as early as next week.