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The document is an appointment confirmation email from Tawny Bridgeford of the National Mining Association to Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA for a call scheduled on November 18, 2020, from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Michael J. Sommers, President and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute, wrote to President Trump on March 20, 2020, requesting recognition of the oil and natural gas industry as critical infrastructure and seeking temporary compliance relief to maintain supply chains during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
Michael J. Birsic from Marathon Petroleum scheduled a tentative Skype meeting on April 17, 2020, from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM regarding the EPA-MPC Biointermediates Petition Call. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Allison Starmann from the American Chemistry Council confirms her willingness to assist with logistics for Administrator Wheeler's speaking engagement on February 5, 2020, at their headquarters, as requested by Alana Hyman from the EPA. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
The document is an email from the Heritage Public Programs to Sharnett Willis at the EPA, inviting her to a virtual event featuring EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler discussing the agency's recent successes on July 29, 2020. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
Katie Sweeney from the National Mining Association confirms a conference call with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler on May 15, 2020, and mentions that they will send a list of issues to discuss. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
This document is an email from the Cato Institute to Sharnett Willis at the EPA, discussing guidelines for responding to COVID-19 and urging policymakers not to implement harmful measures in response to the pandemic. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 5
Michael Formica of the National Pork Producers Council confirms the acceptance of tickets for a tour on December 10, 2020, and provides the names and dates of birth of attendees to the EPA. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Ross Eisenberg of the American Chemistry Council sent an email to EPA officials with an attached embargoed statement regarding the CBA rule, scheduled for release at 4 PM on June 4, 2020. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA sent an email to Bill Koetzle declining a scheduled call with Troy, Ross, Rachel, and Derrick on March 25, 2020, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Nathan Kaczmarek from the Federalist Society sent an invitation for Administrator Wheeler to participate in a virtual panel discussion titled "The Future of Our Earth" on September 24, 2020, which was acknowledged and will be scheduled by Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 4
The email from Ross Eisenberg of the American Chemistry Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA expresses support for the EPA's proposal to retain the national ambient air quality standards for particulate matter. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
This document is an email from Geoff Cooper to Mandy Gunasekara regarding an accepted appointment to discuss the Renewable Fuels Standard under the Clean Air Act on May 12, 2020, from 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Alana Hyman from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sent an email to Mike Howell of the Heritage Foundation requesting that he fill out an attached form to assist with logistical questions regarding an invitation to Administrator Wheeler. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Katie Sweeney from the National Mining Association scheduled a call with EPA representatives Sharnett Willis, Aaron Dickerson, and Kendal Barker for November 18, 2020, from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The document is an appointment email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA scheduling a call with representatives from Marathon Petroleum Corporation on November 12, 2020, from 9:30 PM to 10:00 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
This email exchange between Derrick Morgan of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers and Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses a Heritage event and includes a comment on not asking a specific question during the event. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA forwarded a request from Joseph Guzzo at GM regarding the need for EPA approval under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act for a new HVAC filtration system that includes a coating capable of killing COVID-19, and connected him with the chemicals team for further assistance. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Smythe Anderson of the American Petroleum Institute informs EPA officials that API will publish a press release on April 14, 2020, welcoming the EPA's proposal to maintain existing particulate matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
The document is an email from Cato Events to Sharnett Willis at the EPA, promoting a live webcast titled "Beating the COVID-19 Education Disruption: Answering YOUR Questions," scheduled for March 26, 2020, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 5
Ross Eisenberg from the American Chemistry Council requested a 10-minute call with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA to discuss a couple of topics. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Don Parrish of the American Farm Bureau Federation informs Holly Lane of the EPA that she will be working directly with John Hawkins regarding the logistics for an EPA walk-through and mentions his arrival time for coordination. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
Mike Howell from The Heritage Foundation sent an email to Alana Hyman at the EPA, providing a filled-out event request form for Administrator Wheeler and requesting options for scheduling the event. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Bill Koetzle from the American Petroleum Institute scheduled a tentative call with various stakeholders, including EPA representatives, for March 25, 2020, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The document is an email from Christine Amoonarquah of the American Forest & Paper Association, providing a list of confirmed attendees for a Smart Sector Partner Call with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, along with additional invitees who have not confirmed attendance. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
Duke Energy's Vice President Venu Ghanta emailed EPA's Mandy Gunasekara on March 17, 2020, to share information regarding the company's COVID-19 planning and to propose a meeting to discuss it further. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Derrick Morgan from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers requested a phone call with EPA Administrator Wheeler to discuss concerns regarding the refining industry, including recent plant closures and regulatory burdens. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
John Bode of the Corn Refiners Association requested a quick call with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA to discuss biogenic CO2 from agricultural crops. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
This document is an email from T. Bridgeford of the National Mining Association confirming a scheduled call with EPA representatives on November 18, 2020, from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Ross Eisenberg from the American Chemistry Council arranged a phone call with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA for December 3, 2020, at 4 PM to discuss various topics. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
This document is an email from Rob Bluey of the Heritage Foundation detailing a scheduled meeting on December 1, 2020, with multiple attendees, including Mike Palicz and Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Duke Energy issued a message on March 15, 2020, stating that starting March 16, employees who can work remotely are encouraged to do so, while the company will limit travel, conduct meetings via video or teleconference, and suspend disconnections for nonpayment in Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, and Tennessee during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Smythe Anderson of the American Petroleum Institute sent an email to Alana Hyman at the EPA providing an attached meeting request form related to scheduling a call between EPA Administrator Wheeler and API CEO Mike Sommers to discuss EPA actions affecting the oil and gas industry. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Rachel Derby from Cement.org and Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA exchanged emails on September 17, 2020, discussing a meeting where Gunasekara provided an update, with Derby expressing appreciation for Gunasekara's insights. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Allison Crittenden from the American Farm Bureau Federation sent an email to EPA officials attaching a letter from AFBF President Zippy Duvall addressing the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals' decision to vacate the registrations for three dicamba products. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The Agricultural Retailers Association urges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to appeal the Ninth Circuit's June 3, 2020 decision to vacate the registration of three dicamba products, citing severe economic damage to agricultural retailers and farmers. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
The document is a letter from the biodiesel industry to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, seeking clarity on small refinery exemption petitions and expressing concern about the economic impact of retroactive exemptions on biodiesel demand. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 4
The Renewable Fuels Association urges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to deny petitions from small refineries requesting exemptions from the Renewable Fuel Standard for past compliance years, arguing that granting these petitions would contradict Congressional intent and judicial precedent. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 4
The email from Robert Glowinski of the American Wood Council confirms the participation of himself and Heather Stegner in a Smart Sector Partner Call with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, while noting that the American Forest & Paper Association will provide their participant list separately. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 5
Dan Byers from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce sent an email to Alana Hyman at the EPA, attaching a completed event request form for scheduling a virtual meeting with Administrator Andrew Wheeler regarding TSCA Risk Management Procedures. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
The document is guidance from PHMSA to State partners regarding the continuation of safety oversight and inspections during the COVID-19 outbreak, outlining actions to prioritize critical work and adapt to changing circumstances. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Kurt Kovarik of the Biodiesel Association scheduled a phone call with Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA on May 22, 2020, from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM to discuss RVO matters. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA acknowledges receipt of raw footage from an interview with the Administrator sent by Derrick Morgan, indicating she will review it before any edits are made. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
John Bode of the Corn Refiners Association submitted a petition for rulemaking to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler and Assistant Administrator Anne Idsal, requesting that CO2 emissions from agricultural feedstocks be classified as de minimis and not subject to PSD and Title V regulations. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
This document is an email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Geoff Cooper, in which Gunasekara requests a contact number from Cooper for a follow-up conversation. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Kurt Kovarik from the National Biodiesel Board sent an email to EPA officials Alexander Dominguez and Mandy Gunasekara on June 1, 2020, attaching a letter addressed to Adm. Wheeler regarding SRE Gap filings. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
This document lists the members of the American Forest & Paper Association's 2020 Board of Directors, including their names, titles, and companies. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA acknowledges receipt of a letter from API to Administrator Wheeler regarding non-essential compliance discretion and critical infrastructure designations, expressing gratitude and indicating future communication. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers requested the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to grant a waiver for summer gasoline volatility requirements due to an "extreme and unusual fuel supply circumstance" caused by reduced gasoline demand during COVID-19. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
The document is a meeting request form submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency by Smythe Anderson of the American Petroleum Institute, proposing a meeting with Administrator Andrew Wheeler to discuss topics including the cost benefit rule, methane, NAAQS, and an enforcement discretion memo during the week of June 15, 2020. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mark Compton of the American Exploration & Mining Association confirms participation in a call with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, noting a schedule change to start at 3:20 PM on May 1, 2020, as communicated by Aaron Dickerson from the U.S. EPA. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
Derrick Morgan inquires with Mandy Gunasekara about whether the EPA plans to announce anything regarding the Small Refinery Exemption (SRE) program following the Administration's decision not to seek en banc review of a related court case. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The document is a meeting request form submitted by Manning Feraci of the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler, proposing a meeting on April 23, 2020, to discuss the cellulosic/D3 portion of the Renewable Fuel Standard program and the industry's views on the 2021 volume obligations. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
The American Farm Bureau Federation sent a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler on June 11, 2020, expressing support for a proposed rule regarding the carbon neutrality of woody biomass and urging the EPA to seek comments on including annual agricultural crops as carbon neutral in the same regulatory framework. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The email from Ross Eisenberg of the American Chemistry Council confirms participation in a conference call scheduled for May 29, 2020, at 10:00 am with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, and includes two attached documents for reference during the meeting. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 5
The document is a literature review prepared by Dr. Seungdo Kim for the Biogenic CO2 Coalition, focusing on biogenic CO2 emissions from stationary sources associated with annual crop-based product systems and their calculation in greenhouse gas accounting schemes. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 45
Smythe Anderson from the American Petroleum Institute sent an email to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA, flagging an attached letter from API CEO Mike Sommers to President Trump that requests a temporary waiver from non-essential compliance obligations at the EPA related to the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA acknowledges receipt of a letter from the American Farm Bureau Federation regarding biogenic CO2 emissions and states she will forward it to the air team for consideration. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA sent an email to Bill Koetzle declining a scheduled call with Troy, Ross, Rachel, and Derrick on March 25, 2020, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
This document is an appointment email from Kendal Barker of the EPA to Rachel Derby of the Portland Cement Association, scheduling a tentative meeting on September 17, 2020, from 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The document is an appointment email from the API organization regarding a tentative call with trades scheduled for March 25, 2020, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM, involving participants from the EPA. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Shannon S. Broome from Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP informs EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler about a Petition for Reconsideration regarding the Pulp and Paper NESHAP, providing a secure link to the documents. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA inquired about Derrick Morgan's cell phone number in response to his question regarding a potential announcement about the SRE program following the Administration's decision not to seek en banc review of a court case. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Annie Foster from The Heritage Foundation forwarded an email to EPA officials Aaron Dickerson and Michael Molina, seeking assistance in obtaining approval for an invitation to Administrator Wheeler to open event registration. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 8
Shannon S. Broome from Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP sent an email to Andrew Wheeler at the EPA transmitting attachments related to the Packaging Corporation of America's Petition for Reconsideration regarding the Pulp and Paper NESHAP, including two specific letters dated January 29, 2020, and May 26, 2020. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The American Forest & Paper Association sent a letter to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler on May 7, 2020, expressing appreciation for his engagement with their members and inviting him to speak at their Board of Directors meeting on June 18. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Joe Ellis from BP informs Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA about the press release announcing David C. Lawler as the new president and chairman of BP America, effective July 1. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Jan Poling from the American Forest & Paper Association informs Michael Molina at the EPA about the upcoming June 18, 2020, Board of Directors meeting, which will include Administrator Wheeler's participation via Webex, and attaches the 2020 Board of Directors list for informational purposes. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 4
Louis Baer from the Portland Cement Association invites Mandy Gunasekara, Chief of Staff at EPA, to speak for 15-20 minutes at their virtual Fall Environment & Energy Committee Meeting scheduled for September 15-17, 2020. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Heidi Brock from the American Forest & Paper Association sent an email to Aaron Dickerson at the EPA thanking him for coordinating a call with Administrator Wheeler and including a thank you letter and an invitation for Wheeler to speak at their virtual Board of Directors' meeting on June 18. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Kurt Kovarik from the National Biodiesel Board emails Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA to arrange a call regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and the 2021/2022 Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO), with Sharnett Willis also included in the conversation to help set a time. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Ross Eisenberg from the American Chemistry Council offers to connect EPA officials with a CEO of a company that has developed an antiviral, antimicrobial, and washable PPE product, following a request related to reusable PPE from the EPA's Science Advisory Board. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Derrick Morgan from AFPM emailed Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA regarding the 500 million gallon remand issue, stating that it should be considered a 120 million gallon remand issue and arguing that the EPA does not need to reallocate 380 million gallons of that total. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Beau Greenwood from CropLife America sent a meeting request to EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Michael Molina to discuss a meeting with Administrator Wheeler regarding dicamba. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The email from Aaron Dickerson of the EPA confirms the scheduling of a Smart Sector Partner call with EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler and representatives from PCA and NRMCA on Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM EST. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
The document is an event request form submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency by Mike Howell of The Heritage Foundation, seeking participation from Administrator Andrew Wheeler for a public webinar titled "A Discussion with EPA Administrator Wheeler on Recent Successes," with a flexible date and a total duration of one hour. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 3
Tim Hunt from the American Forest & Paper Association sent an email to EPA officials sharing a joint news release regarding the PM NAAQS and expressing support for the Administrator's decision to retain the current standard. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA acknowledges receipt of Senator Malcolm Roberts' report on the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and indicates she will forward the information to the Administrator. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 2
Shannon S. Broome from Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP sent an email to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler transmitting the first of four attachments related to a Petition for Reconsideration and/or Revision on behalf of the Packaging Corporation of America concerning the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Pulp and Paper Production. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA scheduled a meeting with Rachel Derby from the Portland Cement Association on September 17, 2020, from 6:00 PM to 6:15 PM. 2020 2024-EPA-05254 1
The EPA conducted a compliance evaluation inspection of the Big Sand Lake/West Hertel Wastewater Treatment Plant on October 27, 2020, to assess adherence to NPDES Permit Number WI-0062847. 2020 28
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection at the ArcelorMittal Burns Harbor facility on August 12, 2020, to assess adherence to the NPDES Permit No. IN0000175 under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. 2020 7
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection on September 24, 2020, at Simler's Winding Acres Farm in Freeport, Illinois, to assess its adherence to the Clean Water Act due to its operation as a medium Animal Feeding Operation. 2020 40
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conducted a compliance evaluation inspection of Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc. on December 4, 2020, to assess adherence to the Clean Water Act and related pretreatment regulations, while implementing COVID-19 safety precautions. 2020 11
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conducted a compliance evaluation inspection of the LCO Reserve Lagoon operated by the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians on October 28, 2020, to assess adherence to NPDES permit requirements. 2020 25
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division from September 22 to 24, 2020, to assess its adherence to the Clean Water Act under NPDES Permit No. IN0021539. 2020 27
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is notifying Ka Wah Trading Inc. d/b/a Excel Food Service of potential violations of the Clean Air Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, and Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, and is offering an opportunity for the company to provide additional information regarding these violations. 2020 5
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection on December 15, 2020, to assess the City of Chicago Heights' adherence to the Clean Water Act following an administrative order issued in 2012 regarding sanitary sewer overflows. 2020 105
The document from NHTSA discusses the declining Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) performance trends due to low fuel prices and a shift towards larger vehicles, highlighting concerns about compliance with fuel economy standards and consumer perspectives on fuel savings. 2020 6
The Business Network for Environmental Justice submitted comments to the EPA regarding the draft EJ 2020 Action Agenda, expressing support for its comprehensive approach and emphasizing the importance of partnerships between business and industry in promoting environmental justice. 2020 12
The Business Network for Environmental Justice submitted comments to the EPA regarding the draft EJ 2020 Action Agenda, expressing support for its comprehensive approach and emphasizing the importance of partnerships between business and industry in promoting environmental justice. 2020 12
The email from Tricia Lynn at the EPA confirms to Jim Myers that the amended date for the WOTUS rule will be February 5, 2020, in response to a media inquiry. 2020 1
The EPA is soliciting early input from state and tribal partners on the FY 2020-2021 National Program Guidance to enhance enforcement and compliance measures, focusing on shared goals such as reducing violation correction time and increasing environmental compliance rates. 2020 2
The Texas Railroad Commissioner, Ryan Sitton, is requesting assistance from General Todd T. Semonite of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize the Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project, emphasizing its critical importance for Texas's energy industry and national economic security. 2020 3
The document is a meeting request form submitted by Aaron Stover from The Heartland Institute to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, proposing a meeting on November 13, 2019, to discuss environmental and energy policy objectives, with a mention of litigation related to the Clean Power Plan/ACE Rule and WOTUS. 2019 2024-EPA-05254 1
The document is an email exchange between Lee Fuller of IPAA and Aaron Dickerson of the U.S. EPA regarding an invitation for a speaker at the IPAA Annual Meeting on November 8, 2019, with Dickerson requesting the completion of an event request form. 2019 2024-EPA-05254 2
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA informs about the postponement of a public hearing on the proposed NSPS for greenhouse gas emissions from new coal power plants, originally scheduled for January 30, 2019, due to the government shutdown. 2019 2024-EPA-05254 2
Jennifer Smith from Chevron requests a meeting with Steve Green, President of Chevron North America Exploration and Production, on September 11, and seeks confirmation of the appropriate contact at the EPA after receiving a bounce-back from a previous email. 2019 2024-EPA-05254 2
The document is an email exchange between Lee Fuller and Aaron Dickerson regarding the scheduling of Administrator Wheeler to speak at the IPAA Annual Meeting on November 8, 2019, with available times provided for confirmation. 2019 2024-EPA-05254 3
The document is an email exchange between Aaron Stover of The Heartland Institute and Alana Hyman from the EPA regarding the scheduling of a meeting between Administrator Andrew Wheeler and Heartland Institute's new president, with Stover submitting a completed meeting request form as requested. 2019 2024-EPA-05254 6