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The document is a media release from Governor Pete Ricketts of Nebraska, commenting on the EPA's proposed renewable volume obligations for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standard, highlighting support for ethanol and the importance of certainty for Nebraska's ethanol producers.
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ED_002061_00067743
Tate Bennett
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The letter from rural stakeholders to President Trump expresses concern over the EPA's proposed cuts to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for biodiesel and ethanol, warning that these actions could harm farmers and rural economies reliant on biofuels.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00062640
Tate Bennett
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The document discusses a media release in which Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts and local commodity boards express their support for the Trump Administration's final Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes announced by the EPA for 2018.
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ED_002061_00060843
Tate Bennett
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The email from Jerrold M. Jung to Ms. Samantha Dravis of the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the analysis of the Renewable Identification Number (RIN) market and proposed reforms to the ethanol mandate, including potential legislative changes in Congress regarding RIN pricing and compliance.
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2017 |
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The email correspondence between Michael Pasko of the National Marine Manufacturers Association and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses a request for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to address fuel policy and Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) reform, scheduled for June 21-22, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling external meetings with representatives from labor unions and the Renewable Fuels Association.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling requests for meetings with various stakeholders, including representatives from labor unions and the Renewable Fuels Association, while noting that the Administrator has been traveling and will follow up in May.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Bethany Davis of Boyden Gray Associates and Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses the logistics for a meeting scheduled on April 25, 2017, focused on free-market biofuel policy.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Kristin Allan of the Nebraska Governor's Office and Sydney Hupp from the EPA discusses scheduling a conference call with Administrator Pruitt and several governors to discuss growing the biofuels industry on April 28, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Charles Brittingham of Fuels America to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to discuss the renewable fuels standard and volume obligation on September 21 and 22, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Michael Pasko of the National Marine Manufacturers Association discusses scheduling a meeting with the EPA Administrator regarding RFS reform, supported by a petition from over 26,000 recreational boaters and anglers.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves Meghan Smith from Bockorny Group requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on behalf of POET LLC to discuss rural economic development and the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Growth Energy invited EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their 2017 Advocacy Conference on biofuels policy, specifically regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard and ethanol regulations.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Michael Pasko of the National Marine Manufacturers Association discusses an upcoming meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt and marine engine executives to address ethanol policy and regulatory relief.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Joe Bischoff to Sydney Hupp at the EPA discusses a request for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt or his Chief of Staff to address issues related to the National Sorghum Producers, including recent EPA actions and a petition regarding biodiesel.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting for Administrator E. Scott Pruitt with representatives from the Renewable Fuels Association and other labor organizations, as requested by Michael McKenna.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses a meeting scheduled between the EPA and marine engine manufacturing executives to focus on ethanol policy and regulatory relief, with participants including industry leaders and representatives from the National Marine Manufacturers Association.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from POET confirms a meeting scheduled for March 30, 2017, with Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss matters related to the biofuels industry.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email exchange between Sydney Hupp of the EPA and Kristin Allan from the Nebraska Governor's office discusses scheduling a call with Administrator Pruitt and several governors to discuss growing the biofuels industry on April 28, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Brian Hope to EPA officials discusses an invitation for Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at the 2018 National Ethanol Conference in San Antonio, Texas, highlighting the event's significance for the ethanol industry.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Kevin Condon of the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives and Tate Bennett from the EPA discusses logistics for the Iowa REC Annual Meeting, including the potential attendance of newly appointed Region 7 EPA Administrator Jim Gulliford and the status of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) amidst ongoing discussions.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Growth Energy invites EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their 2017 Advocacy Conference to discuss biofuels policy, including the Renewable Fuel Standard and ethanol regulations.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Christy Beach requests a meeting between EPA Administrator Pruitt and former Senator Byron Dorgan, along with colleagues from the National Biodiesel Board, to discuss biodiesel and renewable fuels issues.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on May 18, 2017, regarding an op-ed submission related to ethanol that Jerry Jung wants to discuss with Administrator Pruitt.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Josh Mathis from the House of Representatives and Ryan Jackson from the EPA discusses a request for a meeting regarding Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues from Stacey Dion, a Managing Director at the Carlyle Group, which owns a refinery in Pennsylvania.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Kevin Condon of the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives and EPA officials discusses logistics for Administrator Pruitt's attendance at the Iowa REC Annual Meeting on December 1, 2017, including travel arrangements and the status of Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS).
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Renewable Fuels Association requested the EPA, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, to expand the scope and geographic coverage of the fuel waiver issued in response to Hurricane Harvey's impact on the national fuel supply.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Samantha Slater of the Renewable Fuels Association to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requests additional regulatory relief in response to the fuel emergency caused by Hurricane Harvey.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Mimi Braniff at the EPA discusses a letter from the Governor of Pennsylvania to President Trump requesting a waiver from the Renewable Fuel Standard due to economic harm to the oil refining sector in the Northeast.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA to Robert Nolan at ExxonMobil discusses the operational status of refineries in Texas and Louisiana during Hurricane Harvey, highlighting adjustments due to the closure of the Houston Ship Channel and the prioritization of fuel supply for emergency responders.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Stacey Dion of the Carlyle Group to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests a meeting to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and its impact on Philadelphia Energy Solutions, a key portfolio company.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The emails involve Sydney Hupp from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding Coca-Cola, while also sharing 2016 Renewable Fuel Standard production numbers with Larry Ziemba from Phillips 66.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Josh Mathis from Rep. Frank Lucas's office is requesting assistance from Ryan Jackson at the EPA for Stacey Dion of the Carlyle Group, who seeks to discuss Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues related to their refinery in Pennsylvania.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves the U.S. EPA discussing a meeting to address Ameresco's concerns regarding the proposed 2018 volume requirements under the Renewable Fuel Standard program for cellulosic biofuel.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting between Jerry Jung and Administrator Pruitt regarding op-eds on energy, specifically ethanol, with a proposed date of May 18, 2017.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Mat Lapinski to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt on behalf of HollyFrontier to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) following a previous conversation.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses scheduling meetings with Doug Sparkman, COO of BP North America, regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) during his upcoming visit to Washington, D.C.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Mimi Braniff to EPA officials requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard and proposed fixes to the RIN market on behalf of Delta Air Lines and Monroe Energy.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Brendan Williams of PBF Energy and Hayley Ford of the EPA discusses a meeting request with Administrator Pruitt to address solutions for escalating Renewable Identification Number (RIN) costs related to the 2018 Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Charles Brittingham to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a letter addressed to Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding stakeholder input on the proposed 2018 Renewable Volume Obligation for the Renewable Fuel Standard, emphasizing the importance of the RFS for the commercialization of cellulosic biofuels.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Mimi Braniff at the EPA informs colleagues about the official waiver request submitted by the Governor of Pennsylvania to the EPA, seeking relief from renewable fuel volume mandates due to economic harm to refiners.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence involves the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing a speaker request for Administrator Pruitt to attend and speak at the 30th annual ethanol conference scheduled for August 15-17, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting with Administrator Pruitt, including the submission of background materials related to an op-ed on ethanol by Jerry Jung.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email exchange between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Robert Nolan of ExxonMobil discusses the coordination of fuel supply and the issuance of fuel specification waivers in response to Hurricane Harvey's impact on Texas refineries.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Andrew R. Wheeler at the EPA discusses a list of contacts for a press release, including representatives from ethanol producers and industry associations, and offers additional contacts for quotes.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Doug Whitehead to EPA Administrator Pruitt expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding the biodiesel industry, highlighting its job support and production capabilities under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Chris Hessler to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the backtesting of the proposed methodology for calculating the Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) for cellulosic biofuel, indicating that the growth rate could be significantly higher than initially expected based on market data.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email exchange between David Thompson of Blank Rome Government Relations LLC and Ryan Jackson of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address potential solutions to the Renewable Identification Number (RIN) price problem related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email correspondence between Andrew Wheeler and EPA officials discusses the preparation of a press release involving statements from various ethanol producers and industry representatives.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Mat Lapinski of Crossroads Strategies to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests assistance in scheduling a meeting between Administrator Pruitt and George Damaris from HollyFrontier to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Scott Corley from Corley Consulting, LLC is requesting a meeting with Ryan Jackson from the EPA to discuss issues related to underground storage tanks (USTs) and potential cost-saving measures for USTs storing biofuels.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie is a follow-up request to the EPA and DOE officials to schedule a meeting regarding the scoring of small refinery hardship petitions under the Renewable Fuel Standard based on metrics from a 2011 DOE study.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The USDA is discussing the approval of BTR Energy's application under the Renewable Fuel Standard's "electric pathway" to benefit small animal farms by generating and selling Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), while seeking adjustments to the 2018 renewable volume obligations.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials discusses a draft waiver petition for Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refining and Marketing LLC, seeking relief from 2017 Renewable Fuel Standard volume obligations due to economic harm.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is scheduled to meet with representatives from the Association of American Railroads and Steptoe & Johnson LLP on June 14, 2017, to discuss the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuels Standard, as requested by the AAR.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from LeAnn M. Johnson Koch discusses scheduling a follow-up meeting regarding the Department of Energy's scoring of small refinery hardship petitions under the Renewable Fuel Standard, referencing materials from a previous meeting and a 2011 DOE study.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials discusses the ongoing impact of Hurricanes Maria and Irma on the U.S. Virgin Islands, highlighting the need for the restart of the Limetree Bay refinery to aid in economic recovery and disaster response.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses a confidential business information (CBI) related to the scoring of Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) hardship petitions, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a scheduled meeting with the Association of American Railroads to address the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuels Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Alexander Dominguez discusses Pennsylvania Energy Solutions' request for the EPA to use its waiver authority regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and seeks to schedule a call for feedback on the petition.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Alexander Dominguez pertains to a scheduled meeting at the EPA regarding small refineries, set for August 15, 2017, with specific logistical details for attendees.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule on July 5, 2017, to set the Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) volumes for 2018, maintaining conventional renewable fuel volumes at 15 billion gallons while considering market dynamics and aiming to meet the statutory deadline for finalizing the Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs).
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for 2018 and biomass-based diesel volumes for 2019, maintaining stability in the marketplace and adhering to statutory deadlines.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie discusses options for the EPA to relieve PESRM of its 2016/2017 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) obligations, suggesting the use of an interim or direct final rule based on general hardship provisions.
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EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from POLITICO reports that the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee will vote on several EPA nominees, including William Wehrum, after a delay caused by a dispute over the Renewable Fuel Standard, with the vote scheduled for October 25, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA issued a waiver allowing the sale of gasoline with 15 percent ethanol in 12 states and the District of Columbia to alleviate fuel shortages caused by Hurricane Harvey, as stated by EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA submitted its proposed 2018 biofuels requirements to the OMB for review, which includes a mandate for blending 15 billion gallons of conventional biofuel, primarily corn-based ethanol, with a final rule expected by November 30, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The D.C. Circuit Court ruled against the EPA's use of a waiver to reduce conventional ethanol volumes for 2014-2016, affirming that insufficient demand does not equate to insufficient supply, which is a significant victory for ethanol producers.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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A bipartisan group of 38 senators is urging EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to reverse proposed cuts to biodiesel and cellulosic ethanol volumes in the Renewable Fuel Standard, criticizing the agency's methodology and the impact on advanced biofuel production.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA has submitted the final volume requirements for the 2018 and 2019 Renewable Fuel Standard to the OMB for review, amidst political tensions between senators regarding biofuel credit policies.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is involved in a case where Pennsylvania Biofuels, Inc. and its executives were indicted for fraudulently claiming over $10 million in biofuels credits under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt informed Senator Sheldon Whitehouse that the agency found no email communications with Carl Icahn during a specified period, despite Icahn's previous role as an unpaid adviser to President Trump and his efforts to influence the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA has postponed the announcement of the proposed rule for the 2018 biofuel volume mandates under the Renewable Fuel Standard, originally scheduled for release this week.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA proposed a reduction in advanced biofuel volumes for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standard, lowering the mandate to 4.24 billion gallons while maintaining the ethanol requirement at 15 billion gallons, with plans to finalize the rule by November 30, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA announced a reduction in the mandate for cellulosic biofuel to 238 million gallons while maintaining the conventional ethanol requirement at 15 billion gallons for the 2018 Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Frank Maisano provides an update on various energy-related events and legislative activities in Washington, D.C., including confirmation hearings for NRC Commissioners and EPA enforcement head Susan Bodine, discussions on ethanol regulations, and the commencement of the budget process with multiple hearings scheduled.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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A bipartisan group of 38 senators is urging EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to reverse proposed cuts to biodiesel and cellulosic ethanol volumes in the Renewable Fuel Standard, criticizing the agency's methodology and the impact on biofuel production.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the White House's refusal to arrange a meeting requested by Senator Ted Cruz and other senators regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard, amid ongoing tensions over biofuels policy and Cruz's hold on a Department of Agriculture nomination.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is expected to release a proposed rule today regarding biofuel volume mandates for 2019, maintaining conventional ethanol volumes at 15 billion gallons and increasing advanced biofuels to 4.38 billion gallons, despite industry hopes for lower volumes.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the EPA's impending release of a proposed rule for biofuel volume mandates for 2018, maintaining conventional ethanol volumes at 15 billion gallons and increasing advanced biofuels to 4.38 billion gallons, while highlighting potential delays in finalizing the rule by the November 30 deadline.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced a proposed reset of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for 2018, indicating a technical analysis will be conducted to inform future rule changes due to missed volume targets for advanced biofuels, while also addressing concerns over ethanol-blended gasoline and RFS credit market fraud.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA has published its proposed biofuel volume mandate for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses the White House's directive to the EPA to abandon proposed cuts to biodiesel volumes and the allowance of export credits for ethanol, following pressure from Midwestern senators and governors.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is scheduled to meet with Senators Chuck Grassley, Joni Ernst, and Deb Fischer on October 17 to discuss concerns over proposed cuts to biodiesel requirements under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The document discusses Andrew Wheeler's nomination as EPA deputy administrator and his prior work providing consulting services for the ethanol group Growth Energy, highlighting concerns over his connections to various energy companies and the potential implications for EPA policies on renewable fuels.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report detailing the Trump administration's proposal to require refiners to use 15 billion gallons of conventional renewable fuels in 2018, supporting the ethanol industry amid tensions with oil refiners.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Daily Environment Report from July 26, 2017, highlights Administrator Scott Pruitt's initiative to accelerate Superfund site cleanups through public-private partnerships and discusses various environmental legislative updates, including proposed cuts to biofuel subsidies and the potential for a government shutdown over border wall funding.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is expected to propose a reduction in biofuel levels for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standard, lowering the total from 19.28 billion gallons to 19.24 billion gallons, while maintaining the conventional biofuel mandate at 15 billion gallons and decreasing the advanced biofuel requirement below 4.28 billion gallons.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses tensions between EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and corn-state senators over proposed cuts to biomass-based biodiesel quotas, which are seen as undermining the biofuels industry and benefiting oil refiners, amidst concerns that President Trump is not honoring his campaign promises regarding renewable fuels.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA is expected to announce today its decision to keep the Renewable Fuel Standard unchanged, maintaining the compliance responsibility for refiners, which impacts companies like CVR Energy and Valero.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's rescheduling of votes on several EPA nominees due to a conflict over the Renewable Fuel Standard, with a vote now set for October 25, 2017.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson forwarded a Bloomberg BNA report detailing the impact of Hurricane Harvey on gasoline prices and U.S. fuel-making capacity, highlighting the shutdown of major Gulf Coast refineries and the subsequent effects on East Coast motorists.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's commitments regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), including decisions on biofuel volumes and waivers for ethanol sales, in response to requests from Midwest senators, particularly Sen. Joni Ernst.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The EPA's Ryan Jackson received a briefing from Bloomberg BNA on July 5, 2017, regarding the Trump administration's proposal to require refiners to use 15 billion gallons of conventional renewable fuels in 2018, which supports the ethanol industry but may conflict with oil refiners' concerns about exceeding the blend wall.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Iowa and Nebraska governors urged the EPA to increase proposed volumes of biodiesel and cellulosic ethanol in its final biofuels rule during a hearing on Renewable Fuel Standards for 2018.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The email from the EPA discusses President Trump's executive order aimed at expediting public-works permits, the departure of the acting head of the Energy Information Administration, and various energy-related updates, including a court ruling affecting Sinclair Oil's biofuel mandate compliance.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The U.S. International Trade Commission approved significant duties on biodiesel imports from Argentina and Indonesia, citing injury to U.S. producers, which may lead to challenges at the World Trade Organization.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The D.C. Circuit Court ruled against the EPA's use of a waiver to reduce conventional ethanol volumes for 2014-2016, stating that fears of inadequate demand do not justify the waiver, thereby affirming the agency's authority to set biofuel requirements despite missing statutory deadlines.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public input on potential reductions in annual renewable fuel quotas, including biomass-based diesel mandates for 2018 and 2019, following a notice that outlines options for waiving or adjusting these targets due to market circumstances.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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Senator Tammy Duckworth requested the FBI to investigate Carl Icahn for potential conflict of interest violations related to his influence on the Renewable Fuel Standard while serving as a special advisor to the President.
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2017 |
EPA-HQ-2017-008402 |
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