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The email from Christopher Garrity of the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic. 2017 1
The email from Christopher Garrity of the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic. 2017 1
The email from Christopher Garrity at the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic. 2017 1
The email from Christopher Garrity at the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic. 2017 1
The email from Christopher Garrity of the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic. 2017 1
The email from Christopher Garrity of the USGS discusses the "North Slope first cut" and includes attachments related to this topic. 2017 1
The USGS discusses potential funding mechanisms for procuring essential items related to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPRA), highlighting a possible $825K obligation for well sampling and analysis. 2017 1
The email exchange between David Houseknecht and Walter Guidroz at the U.S. Geological Survey discusses the proofreading of a map, with Houseknecht indicating that Chris will send the finalized version shortly. 2017 1
The U.S. Geological Survey officials Walter Guidroz and David Houseknecht discuss the acquisition of 2D seismic data from the 1980s, identifying Western Geophysical, Inc. as the contractor and mentioning a consortium of 15-16 companies involved in the project. 2017 7
The USGS is preparing a plan to update assessments for North Slope energy resources in response to Secretarial Order 3352, with a draft plan developed by Walter Guidroz and Dave Houseknecht, which is to be reviewed and sent to key officials by the following day. 2017 37
The USGS memo from Walter Guidroz to Bill Werkheiser provides an update on the funding status for proposed North Slope resource assessments in response to a recent Secretarial Order. 2017 3
The Alaska Regional Director staff meeting on June 22, 2017, discussed SES reassignments within the USGS, updates on grant approvals, and modifications to funding agreements, with key actions including the reassignment of Barbara Wainman and Virginia Burkett to new roles. 2017 6
The email correspondence between Aimee Devaris and Murray Hitzman of the U.S. Geological Survey discusses the need for collaboration among various Department of the Interior agencies regarding a plan related to a Secretarial Order, highlighting concerns about communication issues between USGS and BOEM. 2017 13
The Department of the Interior's email correspondence discusses setting up a conference call to address urgent permitting requirements from the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for work in Alaska's Wilderness area, as requested by FWS Regional Director Greg Siekaniec. 2017 2
The document discusses a rough draft of the USGS Resource Assessment Proposal for the Alaska North Slope, with communications between USGS officials regarding its development and the need for further input. 2017 12
The email from the USGS discusses how the agency's research and monitoring efforts align with the implementation of a Secretarial Order related to resource assessment and management during a congressional tour. 2017 1
The U.S. Geological Survey discusses participation in an Alaska Public Radio program on August 22, 2017, to address the implications of Secretarial Order 3352 on oil exploration in the Arctic Refuge and recent oil finds. 2017 2
The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) circulated a final copy of a 21-day memo related to Secretary's Order 3352, which was delivered to Vince DeVito. 2017 13
The email correspondence from the US Geological Survey discusses budget issues and the need for a meeting to align on topics for an upcoming field trip. 2017 3
The email from Aimee Devaris of the U.S. Geological Survey discusses preparations for a meeting regarding the Secretarial Order and outlines funding options for the ANWR 1002 area and NPRA, indicating a need for updated information on USGS plans. 2017 1
The U.S. Geological Survey held a meet-and-greet with Steve Wackowski, the Secretary's Senior Advisor for Alaska Affairs, to discuss collaboration and support for USGS programs related to public safety and protection. 2017 2
Honeywell executives express gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a meeting to discuss critical policy issues, emphasizing the importance of support for the SNAP rules and the Montreal Protocol Kigali amendment to foster American competitiveness in hydrofluorocarbon replacement technologies. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The document is a letter from conservation leaders to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for collaboration between the USDA and EPA to enhance economic and environmental outcomes through sustainable forest management and wood utilization policies. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is addressing concerns regarding the disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCR) in Puerto Rico by taking actions against multiple landfills and enforcing compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and the Clean Water Act. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The document consists of thank-you notes from Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the EPA, expressing gratitude to various individuals for their participation in a roundtable discussion at the Gully Branch Tree Farm and acknowledging their environmental stewardship. 2017 HQ2017008402716 11
The document is an Executive Summary from the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, detailing annual reports on environmental monitoring, radioactive waste disposal, and occupational safety, highlighting the program's commitment to public health and safety, and noting successful collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 HQ2017008402716 12
The email from a constituent to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt in September 2017 urges him to visit a Tesla factory, highlighting the company's job creation and environmental efforts. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from the EPA announces the decision to discontinue the agency's involvement with the 2018 Climate Leadership Awards program and cancel the associated Climate Leadership Conference. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The EPA is urged to personally engage in the review of Chemours' NPDES permit for its Fayetteville, NC facility due to concerns over the discharge of the toxic substance GenX into the Cape Fear River, which poses risks to public drinking water and has been linked to potential carcinogenic effects. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The document is a letter from NuScale Power to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discussing the potential of their small modular reactors to enhance U.S. leadership in nuclear technology and the importance of collaboration with the EPA for international nuclear market opportunities. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from Scott Piu, an administrator, apologizes to Joe O'Rourke of The Mosaic Company for missing a scheduled meeting due to illness and expresses interest in touring their Florida facilities in the future. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Robert Cribb informs EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt that he and the EPA have won the Golden Padlock Award from Investigative Reporters & Editors for being a secretive government agency that has avoided public disclosure of information. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from the Administrator expresses gratitude to Mr. John Hopkins of NuScale Power for attending a Food Loss and Waste Event and discusses the potential of NuScale's nuclear technology, while indicating a desire to visit their facilities in Oregon. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt thanks Tony Campbell, President and CEO of East Kentucky Power Cooperative, for his participation in a roundtable discussion on air quality and energy security. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The document consists of thank-you letters from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to various business executives, expressing gratitude for their participation in the Food Loss and Waste Event at Eataly World in Italy. 2017 HQ2017008402716 9
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responding to a request for information about GenX contamination in the Cape Fear River, detailing ongoing compliance evaluations of the Chemours facility following a Consent Order under the Toxic Substances Control Act, and noting collaboration with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services regarding health effects assessments. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, expresses regret for missing an Executive Order signing related to religious liberty and invites a colleague to connect in Washington, D.C. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses appreciation for a meeting with Shell Oil Company President Bruce Culpepper, emphasizing the importance of rebuilding trust while protecting natural resources. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from the EPA Administrator to Syngenta's CEO expresses appreciation for a meeting and emphasizes the agency's intention to rebuild trust with the agricultural industry. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The United States Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses appreciation for a recent meeting with state agriculture leaders and emphasizes the agency's goal to re-establish trust and confidence at the state level. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The email from the EPA Administrator to Ted McKinney, Chair of the NASDA Committee, expresses appreciation for a recent meeting and emphasizes the EPA's goal to rebuild trust with state-level officials. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The EPA Administrator expresses gratitude to Kevin Morris and Brian Schwartz for meetings with the National Turfgrass Association, emphasizing a desire to re-establish trust and confidence in the agency's new direction. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The document is a letter from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt outlining the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth, emphasizing priorities such as improving water infrastructure and setting national standards. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from the EPA Administrator to Dan Turton of General Motors discusses their recent meeting, addressing GM's concerns and expressing a desire to rebuild trust between the EPA and the automotive industry. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from R.D. Farr of Chapman Ranch to Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the US EPA, expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding the contamination at Bird Creek in Osage County, Oklahoma, and conveys confidence in the EPA's commitment to address the issue. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from Joseph Nassif to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses the need for reform in the Superfund program under CERCLA, suggesting the formation of a panel with experienced stakeholders to improve efficiency and effectiveness in addressing environmental cleanup efforts. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Ed McCabe to EPA officials raises concerns about the Ohio EPA's lack of duty to disclose environmental and financial information related to the "Nightmare on Irwin St." site, suggesting potential misrepresentation and calling for a review of the EPA's accountability to protect public safety and welfare. 2017 HQ2017008402716 4
The email from Robert Helminiak of SOCMA expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a meeting discussing the specialty chemical industry's concerns and highlights positive developments regarding the elimination of TSCA Pre-Manufacture Notices and progress on the RMP rule. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from the California Small Business Alliance to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses comments on Executive Order 13777, advocating for modifications to EPA air and radiation regulations to alleviate the regulatory burden on small businesses while maintaining air quality protections. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The letter from Michael E. Ottlinger, President of NTEU Chapter 279, to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses concerns about the importance of the Civil Service System and the need to protect the careers and working conditions of federal employees. 2017 HQ2017008402716 5
BP America, Inc. Chairman John C. Minge expressed strong opposition to moving the point of obligation under the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard to blenders, advocating instead for reform of the RFS and a reduction in blending requirements in a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized and circulated a letter and briefing memo regarding the VF CRA, with corrections made to the document sent to the Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management (ASLM). 2017 BLM201800412 4
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing briefing papers on various topics, including abandoned mine lands and oil and gas development, for a budget review due by 12pm on May 4, 2017. 2017 BLM201800412 4
The Bureau of Land Management is organizing a call to discuss and review policy items in response to a March 28, 2017 Executive Order aimed at promoting energy independence. 2017 BLM201800412 14
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is finalizing its draft response to Secretary's Order 3349, specifically addressing Sections 5 (a) and (b), with a deadline for submission set for April 12, 2017. 2017 BLM201800412 10
The Bureau of Land Management officials Michael Ford and James Tichenor discussed and collaborated on filling out a spreadsheet detailing costs associated with OOs 3-5 under Executive Order 13783. 2017 BLM201800412 7
The Bureau of Land Management's Shelley McGinnis circulated a memo regarding venting and flaring, as requested by Tim Spisak, and followed up for the final version of the document. 2017 BLM201800412 4
The Bureau of Land Management is revising the Timeframe and Coordination sections of a draft Instruction Memorandum regarding compensatory mitigation, with Deborah Mead requesting feedback on the changes and planning outreach to state leads and Directorates. 2017 BLM201800412 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing next steps regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) implementation measures in a series of emails among agency officials. 2017 BLM201800412 11
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is organizing a meeting on April 7, 2017, to discuss the response to Secretarial Order 3349. 2017 BLM201800412 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing its response to Secretarial Order 3349, with internal communications regarding the finalization and distribution of the response memo. 2017 BLM201800412 18
The document pertains to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and outlines various briefing papers related to budgetary topics due for review by Assistant Directors by 12pm on May 2, 2017. 2017 BLM201800412 11
Deborah Mead from the Bureau of Land Management inquires about updates on SO 3349 and other mitigation-related news ahead of a monthly Mitigation Team call. 2017 BLM201800412 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is coordinating efforts to revise Greater Sage-Grouse (GRSG) Instruction Memoranda (IMs) and is seeking to address feedback from the Deputy Secretary regarding the SO 3349 response within a tight deadline. 2017 BLM201800412 8
The Bureau of Land Management is updating guidance for integrating greenhouse gas emissions analysis in National Environmental Policy Act reviews and rescinding Permanent Instruction Memorandum 2017-003, which previously transmitted related guidance from the Council on Environmental Quality. 2017 BLM201800412 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing next steps regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) implementation measures, as indicated in an email chain involving various officials from BLM and the Department of the Interior. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The Bureau of Land Management is discussing the implications of Secretarial Order 3349 on mitigation policies, as indicated in a series of emails and attached documents. 2017 BLM201800412 8
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing the implications of rescinding a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions in National Environmental Policy Act reviews, as directed by Executive Order 13783. 2017 BLM201800412 3
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing a list of policy Instruction Memoranda (IMs) related to energy development, as outlined in a briefing memo shared among staff for review and potential discussion. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating a meeting to discuss the response to Secretarial Order 3349, with a deadline for comments set for April 8, 2017. 2017 BLM201800412 11
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing the implications of Secretarial Order 3349, which revokes a previous Presidential Memorandum aimed at mitigating impacts on natural resources from development. 2017 BLM201800412 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is finalizing a memo regarding the Standard Operating Procedure (SO) 3349, with discussions among various officials about the draft documents. 2017 BLM201800412 15
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is providing a memorandum to the Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management detailing the actions taken or planned in response to Secretary's Order 3349 regarding mitigation and climate change. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The Bureau of Land Management's Karen Kelleher communicated with Gregory Russell from the Department of the Interior regarding minor editorial tweaks made to comments on the final draft of a memo related to SO3349. 2017 BLM201800412 13
The Bureau of Land Management is preparing talking points regarding Secretarial Orders for state director visits, with a request for quick feedback on the documents by 5 p.m. the same day. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is finalizing its response to Secretarial Order 3349, as indicated by the attached documents and ongoing email correspondence among staff regarding the status and submission of the report. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is implementing Secretarial Order 3349, which focuses on promoting American energy independence by reviewing agency climate change actions and revoking previous mitigation policies to reduce regulatory burdens on energy production. 2017 BLM201800412 3
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing a series of briefing papers for the Secretary's budget review, due by 12pm on May 4, 2017, covering various topics including abandoned mine lands, land conveyance programs in Alaska, and federal coal management. 2017 BLM201800412 7
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating a time-sensitive review of testimony related to the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy, with specific sections highlighted for feedback from various officials. 2017 BLM201800412 9
The Bureau of Land Management issued Instruction Memorandum No. 2017-xxx to provide updated guidance on considering greenhouse gas emissions in National Environmental Policy Act reviews and rescinded the previous Permanent Instruction Memorandum 2017-003. 2017 BLM201800412 57
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado discusses the development of air quality policies and tools that, while including greenhouse gas emissions data, primarily focus on air quality issues rather than directly addressing climate change. 2017 BLM201800412 2
The Department of the Interior's Order No. 3355 aims to streamline National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews and implement Executive Order 13807 to enhance discipline and accountability in the environmental review and permitting processes for infrastructure projects. 2017 BLM201800355 4
Lesley Robinson, State Director for Congressman Gianforte's office, met with BLM staff to discuss fire resource management and funding related to the Lodgepole Complex during a scheduled visit on August 29, 2017. 2017 BLM201800232 1
On August 29, 2017, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) hosted a meeting with Lesley Robinson, State Director for Congressman Gianforte, to discuss fire resource management and related budgetary needs concerning the Lodgepole Complex. 2017 BLM201800232 1
The Bureau of Land Management is coordinating information regarding Wilderness Study Areas (WSAs) for a meeting with Representative Gianforte's State Director, emphasizing the need for accurate data and maps by a Wednesday deadline. 2017 BLM201800232 4
The Bureau of Land Management's email discusses a contact report regarding a conversation between Senator Daines' representative and BLM officials about the Bridge Coulee Fire, part of the Lodgepole Complex, and clarifies observations made by a local individual. 2017 BLM201800232 3
The New Mexico Wildlife Federation submitted public comments to the Bureau of Land Management regarding the need for updated and more transparent land use planning and NEPA processes, emphasizing the importance of public input in resource management decisions. 2017 BLM201700947 6
The document is a letter from Earthworks' Policy Director to the Bureau of Land Management's Acting Director, providing comments on improving NEPA processes and land use planning to better address the impacts of hardrock mining and advocating for local input and protections for public lands. 2017 BLM201700947 3
The Bureau of Land Management is urged to prioritize local planning in its decision-making processes to align with NEPA requirements and support rural economic development, as highlighted in an email from Fariba Hamedani discussing the need for collaboration with local governments. 2017 BLM201700947 1
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is discussing input received from Richard Spotts regarding suggestions for future planning efforts and environmental reviews, highlighting issues with character limits in the submission process. 2017 BLM201700947 6
The American Petroleum Institute expresses support for the Department of the Interior's plan to promote oil and natural gas exploration on federal lands, emphasizing the industry's role in enhancing energy security and economic growth in a letter to Secretary Ryan Zinke. 2017 BLM201700947 4
The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking stakeholder input on streamlining its land use planning and NEPA processes following the rescission of the Planning 2.0 Rule, with a public feedback period that ended on July 24, 2017. 2017 BLM201700947 6
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking input on improving its land use planning and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes to eliminate inefficiencies and enhance resource stewardship, as directed by the President and Secretary of the Interior. 2017 BLM201700947 30
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is requesting the latest draft of its E.O. 13783 report, including comments from the ASLM, for an urgent priority exercise due the next day. 2017 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is planning to rescind a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change effects in NEPA reviews, in light of the withdrawal of CEQ guidance, and aims to clarify the challenges of quantifying indirect emissions. 2017 1
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is planning to rescind a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change effects in NEPA reviews, in light of the withdrawal of CEQ guidance, and aims to clarify the challenges of quantifying downstream emissions outside its jurisdiction. 2017 2
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is rescinding a Permanent Instruction Memorandum regarding the consideration of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change effects in NEPA reviews, following the withdrawal of CEQ guidance, and plans to issue clarified guidance to address challenges in quantifying indirect emissions. 2017 2
The Bureau of Land Management is finalizing its response to Executive Order 13783, with a draft divided into two parts for review and edits by Michael Nedd. 2017 43
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has revised its draft report on Executive Order 13783 regarding energy policy based on feedback from the Executive Secretary. 2017 85
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized and approved a report related to Executive Order 13783, focusing on energy policy, as communicated in internal emails among BLM officials. 2017 16