Energy Policy Discussions and Climate Regulations

This group contains emails and communications regarding energy regulations, climate science meetings, and industry perspectives on environmental policies.

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The email from Keeyong Chung of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) to EPA officials discusses his upcoming visit to Washington, D.C. to engage with U.S. climate policy and requests a meeting between December 4-8 to discuss collaboration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 80
The email from Jennifer Roberts to Ryan Jackson and Lem Smith discusses a meeting request from former Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to meet with TOTE Maritime CEO Anthony Chiarello to discuss converting diesel-powered vessels to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) for operations from Washington to Alaska. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Doug Deason discusses an invitation for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to deliver keynote remarks at the Texas Public Policy Foundation's 2017 Crossroads Energy and Climate Policy Summit in Washington, DC, on November 30. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from EPA officials requests Administrator Scott Pruitt to appeal a court decision that vacated the EPA's rule on hydrofluorocarbon restrictions under the Significant New Alternatives Program, citing potential negative economic impacts and the importance of the rule for U.S. industry innovation and job creation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email from Chris Hessler to EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Mandy Gunasekara discusses comments submitted by AJW, Inc. regarding the Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) proposal, emphasizing the need for adjustments to improve the accuracy of CNG/LNG production estimates. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The email from David to Samantha Dravis and Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the need to review a YouTube presentation and suggests that Scott convene the Climate Council to pause the National Climate Assessment for further scientific review. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Jonathan Miller of Volvo Group requests a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt to discuss the Phase 2 Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Greenhouse Gas regulation and future NOx emission regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Hilary Moffett of the American Petroleum Institute discusses an updated list of potential candidates for EPA advisory boards, including the resume of Allison Fisher, and is addressed to EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Richard Yamada. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses two meeting requests: one for him to speak at the National Stone, Sand, and Gravel Association's event on September 25, and another for the Administrator to consider delivering a keynote address at the Air & Waste Management Association conference on October 10-11, 2017, focusing on climate change mitigation and adaptation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to Zachary Simpson discusses background information related to Subpart OOOO materials and includes specific questions and concerns regarding oil and gas well production, flare and combustor operations, and equipment specifications in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 21
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its intent to revisit provisions of the Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines due to stakeholder concerns, initiating a rulemaking process to incorporate new technical data. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Amy Chiang at the EPA requests meetings with Administrator Pruitt for the CEOs of Honeywell and Chemours to discuss the implications of a recent court decision affecting EPA regulations on hydrofluorocarbons. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity is urging the EPA to postpone compliance deadlines under the Coal Combustion Residuals rule to prevent coal plant retirements and unnecessary compliance costs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Hilary Moffett to EPA officials discusses a joint letter from the American Petroleum Institute and the American Chemistry Council requesting the EPA to reconsider the implementation of the TSCA Inventory Notifications to ensure efficient online listing of active chemicals during the notification period. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from the EPA's Ryan Jackson discusses the retirement announcement of GOP Rep. Lamar Smith, highlighting his anti-science stance and connections to the oil and gas industry, while encouraging donations to celebrate his departure. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Occidental's AI Collins to EPA's Ryan Jackson discusses enhanced oil recovery (EOR) operations and carbon capture and storage (CCS), highlighting a recent meeting with the EPA Administrator and sharing resources related to CCS initiatives. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA invites recipients to the American Petroleum Institute's 2018 State of American Energy luncheon, emphasizing the importance of natural gas and oil in meeting energy demands and supporting societal advancements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA coordinating a phone meeting with Wendy Hutchinson regarding permitting issues related to the state Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a project associated with Arch Coal. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Betsy Monseu confirms an accepted follow-up meeting with the American Coal Council regarding the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference, scheduled for May 25, 2017, at the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie to Valerie Washington at the EPA is a follow-up regarding the scheduling of a meeting with the Small Refiners Coalition on May 11th, 2017, to confirm attendance and travel arrangements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence involves the EPA and the Air & Waste Management Association discussing scheduling conflicts for a speaker at the "Finding Common Ground on Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation" conference set for October 10th and 11th, 2017, in Arlington, VA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email discusses the scheduling of keynote speakers for the Air & Waste Management Association's conference on climate change mitigation and adaptation, with concerns about potential conflicts due to travel plans and the need for additional speakers from the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence involves the Air & Waste Management Association coordinating with the EPA regarding logistics and information for a Climate Change keynote speaker, Ms. Dravis. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Betsy Monseu to Mandy Gunasekara discusses a meeting about coal policy under the Trump administration and extends an invitation for an EPA representative to speak at the American Coal Council's conference in August 2017 regarding EPA regulations and regulatory reform related to coal. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Joshua Fu discusses the update regarding the keynote speaker for a climate change event, confirming that Samantha Dravis from the EPA will be stepping in due to a scheduling change. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Joseph Stanko to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a petition from the NAAQS Implementation Coalition requesting reconsideration of the EPA's final rule on air quality modeling published on January 17, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 11
The Texas-based Luminant, a subsidiary of Vistra Energy, announced the closure of two coal-fueled power plants due to challenging market conditions, resulting in approximately 2,300 MW of power being taken offline in early 2018. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence involves Betsy Monseu from the American Coal Council inviting the EPA to participate in their Coal Market Strategies conference, but Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA declines due to unavailability. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email discusses plans for the Fall Climate Change Conference organized by the EPA, seeking participation from Administrator Pruitt or his associates, and outlines the event's agenda and location. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Aaron Flynn regarding greenhouse gas reporting requirements, in preparation for a panel discussion on November 30, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA confirms her participation as a keynote speaker at the Air & Waste Management Association's conference on climate change scheduled for October 10-11, 2017, in Arlington, VA, and discusses the possibility of Administrator Pruitt also speaking. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Mandy Gunasekara, Senior Policy Adviser for the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation, discusses scheduling a meeting to address the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program with members of the Small Refiners Coalition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA requests a follow-up call with Mike Carey regarding discussions from a recent meeting between Murray and the Administrator about Advanced Coal Technologies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Peabody Energy's Michael Flannigan and EPA's Mandy Gunasekara discusses a meeting regarding the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) and the implications of the Paris Agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Krista Hughes from Perkins Coie discusses scheduling a meeting for the week of May 8, 2017, to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program with members of the Small Refiners Coalition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses coordinating a meeting on May 11th between Administrator Pruitt and the Small Refiners Coalition, with logistics being handled by Valerie Washington. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email correspondence between Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie and Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt for members of the Small Refiners Coalition on May 11, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA is coordinating a meeting to discuss advanced coal technologies, with participants including Frederick Eames, Sydney Hupp, and Noel Black. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email correspondence between Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council and Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to introduce the Council and explore potential collaboration following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Mandy Gunasekara, a Senior Policy Advisor at the U.S. EPA, discusses logistical arrangements for her keynote speech at the A&WMA conference on climate change mitigation and adaptation scheduled for October 10th and 11th in Arlington, VA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email exchange between Rachel Rogier of Arch Coal and Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA discusses a request for Gunasekara's office phone number. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Tyler Hamman of the Lignite Energy Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on May 18, 2017, to address issues related to coal production and the EPA's regulatory purview. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Rachel Rogier of Arch Coal to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses a request for a meeting between Arch Coal's Senior VP Deck Slone and EPA Administrator Pruitt to discuss issues related to the existing coal fleet. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA inquires about the status of an invitation for an EPA representative to speak at their upcoming conference focused on coal policy and regulation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA to Frederick R. Eames discusses various coal technologies, specifically high efficiency low emission (HELE), ultra supercritical (USC), and integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC), in preparation for a briefing. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests confirmation of EPA's participation as a speaker at their Coal Market Strategies conference scheduled for August 15th and 16th, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA and Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council discusses the EPA's inability to participate in the upcoming Coal Market Strategies conference in August 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program and the Small Refiners Coalition for the week of May 8, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA and Michael Flannigan from Peabody Energy discusses a recent meeting regarding the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) and the implications of the Paris Agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to EPA officials requests the inclusion of Roger Horton as a speaker at an upcoming hearing, following a missed deadline for speaker requests. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses the interest and qualifications of Dennis Rackers and Ken Riddle to serve on the EPA Board of Scientific Advisors (BOSC) following the agency's solicitation for nominees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Alexander Dominguez of the EPA discusses a request from Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to include Roger Horton as a speaker at an upcoming hearing, indicating that the EPA team will try to accommodate the request despite the short notice. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Alexander Dominguez of the EPA confirms that Roger Horton, representing UMWA coal miners, can register to speak at an upcoming hearing after a late request by Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Tyler Hamman of the Lignite Energy Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests a meeting on May 18, 2017, to discuss issues related to coal production and the agency's oversight. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Rachel Rogier of Arch Coal to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests Mandy's office number to discuss an unspecified issue. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Rick MacPherson from Midwest Energy Emissions Corp is following up with EPA officials to initiate a proposed visit by Administrator Pruitt to a coal-fired utility to showcase EPA-supported technologies for environmental protection. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Rachel Rogier of Arch Coal to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests assistance in setting up a meeting between Deck Slone and Administrator Pruitt to discuss issues related to the existing coal fleet. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses an invitation for a senior EPA representative to speak at a policy session on coal and energy development scheduled for August 15, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The letter from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt to Canadian Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna expresses gratitude for a recent meeting and anticipation for future collaboration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency outlines priorities for improving water infrastructure and balancing environmental protection with economic growth, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue on climate change and regulatory certainty. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the repeal of the Clean Power Plan, asserting that it exceeds the agency's statutory authority and aligns with President Trump's energy independence strategy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that the United States, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, formally reaffirmed its decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement while participating in G7 discussions to reset the climate change dialogue in alignment with the Trump Administration's priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the U.S. government's refusal to sign a G-7 environment statement on climate change commitments, highlighting the country's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and its focus on domestic priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses a Wall Street Journal editorial highlighting the resurgence of the coal industry under the Trump administration, attributing it to relaxed regulations and increased exports, contrasting it with the previous Obama administration's policies aimed at reducing coal consumption. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA announced that the U.S. will withdraw from the Paris Agreement while participating in G7 discussions to reset the climate change dialogue, emphasizing a new approach aligned with the Trump Administration's priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA Press Office discusses Senator Shelley Moore Capito's support for the Trump administration's decision to withdraw from the Clean Power Plan, highlighting a listening session in Charleston and emphasizing the positive changes for West Virginia's coal industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from the EPA Press Office summarizes key activities from the week of June 16, 2017, including Administrator Scott Pruitt's participation in G-7 climate discussions, his congressional testimony on the agency's focus on the rule of law and cooperative federalism, and the commitment to cleaning up Superfund sites, contrasting with the previous administration's approach. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from Magdelana A. Delahoyde discusses a scheduled update call regarding the CAFE-GHG (Corporate Average Fuel Economy - Greenhouse Gas) regulations, related to the Sierra Club's legal action against the EPA. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Valerie Washington discusses a follow-up meeting with the American Coal Council after the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference, involving Betsy Monseu, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Michael Flannigan of Peabody Energy to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA expresses gratitude for a discussion regarding the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) and the Paris Agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence from the EPA's Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt and members of the Small Refiners Coalition for May 11, 2017, regarding issues related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting to address greenhouse gas reporting requirements in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with a focus on coordinating logistics before a panel discussion on November 30, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses a request by Bill Raney of the West Virginia Coal Association to allow Roger Horton to speak at an upcoming hearing, indicating that arrangements will be made for him to register. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to introduce the Council and explore collaborative opportunities following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Krista Hughes at Perkins Coie discusses the acceptance of a coalition member related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Valerie Washington discusses scheduling a meeting with the Lignite Energy Council on May 18, 2017, to address issues relevant to coal producers under the EPA's jurisdiction. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council and EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Valerie Washington discusses scheduling a meeting following the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie discusses a follow-up with the EPA regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) small refinery hardship program and proposes a joint meeting to discuss the Coalition's suggestions for streamlining the hardship petition process. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 14
The email correspondence between Betsy Monseu of the American Coal Council and EPA officials Valerie Washington and Mandy Gunasekara discusses scheduling a follow-up meeting after the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 7
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from Perkins Coie discusses logistics for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) on May 11, 2017, involving the Small Refiners Coalition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The email from Cindy Fontanesi to Mandy Gunasekara confirms her role as the keynote speaker at the A&WMA's Conference on Climate Change scheduled for October 10-11, 2017, and requests her preferred name, title, and any special requirements for her presentation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Jeffry Muffat to Mandy Gunasekara discusses her agreement to keynote the Air & Waste Management Association's Conference on Climate Change scheduled for October 10-11, 2017, in Arlington, VA, and mentions the possibility of Administrator Pruitt also being a keynote speaker. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Krista Hughes of Perkins Coie and EPA officials discusses the scheduling of a meeting on May 11th with the Small Refiners Coalition to address issues related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Jeffry Muffat to Cindy Fontanesi discusses the arrangements for Mandy Gunasekara's keynote speech at the A&WMA's Conference on Climate Change scheduled for October 10-11, 2017, including requests for her preferred name, title, and any special requirements for her presentation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses a fiscal 2017 spending bill that classifies biomass power as carbon neutral, highlighting the implications for the EPA and the ongoing debate over biomass energy's environmental impact. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The EPA's Samantha Dravis forwarded a report about protesters disrupting a FERC meeting on September 20, 2017, to criticize the agency's approval of natural gas pipeline projects, with FERC Chairman Neil Chatterjee defending the agency's evaluation process. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The EPA has decided to reconsider certain provisions of the final rule regulating coal combustion residuals as nonhazardous waste, following petitions from industry groups, to evaluate potential improvements while ensuring environmental protection. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt outlines his "back to the basics" agenda in an interview with the Washington Examiner, emphasizing a shift away from climate change initiatives established during the Obama administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The document is an email from Magdeiana A. Deiahoyde at the Executive Office of the President regarding a scheduled update call on the CAFE-GHG (Corporate Average Fuel Economy - Greenhouse Gas) regulations, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Betsy Monseu invites Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA to a reception hosted by the American Coal Council at the Eastern Fuel Buyers Conference on May 2, 2017, highlighting the council's role in advocating for the coal industry. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email exchange between Mandy Gunasekara of the EPA and Rachel Rogier of Arch Coal discusses a request for Gunasekara's phone number to address an issue related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt from an unnamed sender emphasizes the urgent need for action on climate change and environmental preservation, referencing Pope Francis' encyclical "Laudato Si" as a call to address the deteriorating state of the Earth's biosphere. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The document is a letter addressed to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt emphasizing the importance of environmental protections under key statutes, the need to address climate change, and the belief that job creation can coexist with environmental regulations. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The letter to EPA Director Scott Pruitt expresses the author's shift from believing in climate change to skepticism, criticizing the scientific community for allegedly manipulating data, and includes a mention of a cartoon related to this theme. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA Press Office details Administrator Scott Pruitt's activities during the week of June 16, 2017, including his participation in G-7 climate discussions, testimony before Congress regarding the agency's budget and focus on the rule of law, and a commitment to cleaning up Superfund sites, contrasting the current administration's approach with that of the previous one. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that the United States, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, formally joined a G7 communiqu while reaffirming its decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and resetting the climate change discussion to align with the Trump Administration's priorities. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt's participation in the G-7 environment ministers meeting in Bologna, Italy, highlighting the discord among G-7 nations regarding climate change, particularly following President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt attended the G-7 environment ministers meeting briefly before returning to the U.S. for a Cabinet meeting, amid ongoing tensions regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 17
Scott Pruitt, the EPA Administrator, outlines his "back-to-basics" agenda in an interview with the Washington Examiner, emphasizing a shift away from climate change initiatives established during the Obama administration. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The EPA's weekly report from July 14, 2017, highlights Administrator Scott Pruitt's Capitol Hill visits, discussions on climate policy criticisms, and the agency's grant of $167,000 to the Morongo Band of Mission Indians for environmentally friendly vehicle replacements. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2