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Richard Yamada from the EPA is encouraging state government employees to apply for positions on the Science Advisory Board and the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee, providing links for nominations.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00271278
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The document outlines a conference call agenda for the Toxic Substances Reduction Workgroup, discussing state actions on PFAS, featuring presentations from the U.S. EPA and state officials from Michigan and Washington.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270840
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The document is a contact list for the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources regarding staff involved in responding to potential harmful algal blooms, dated July 2017.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270541
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled meeting on November 7, 2017, between Richard Yamada and a representative from the Sierra Club, related to the ongoing litigation "Sierra Club v. EPA" at the EPA Office of Research and Development.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00271181
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Nathan Gentry of the EPA discusses logistics for a meeting regarding the technical correction of the IRIS quantitative exposure risk value for chloroprene, scheduled for June 27 or 28, and includes details on visitor access to the EPA building.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270602
Richard Yamada
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7 |
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The email from Edward Krenik of Bracewell LLP discusses logistical details for an upcoming technical meeting on October 30th with attendees from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including inquiries about participants and meeting location.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00271156
Richard Yamada
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6 |
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The document outlines the agenda for a conference call hosted by the EPA and ECOS on December 12, 2017, focusing on PFAS issues, including state action plans and updates from various EPA workgroups.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270839
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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David Paylor from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality confirmed attendance at a meet and greet with the ERIS Board organized by Lisa Matthews from the EPA, scheduled for July 17, 2017, at the Marriott Marquis.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270466
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The email from Tom Sinks discusses the forwarding of EPA studies on GenX in North Carolina water to various recipients, including Richard Yamada, in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270548
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The document outlines the agenda for an EPA conference call on October 30, 2017, discussing the implementation of the amended TSCA and its impact on PFAS actions, updates on GenX contamination in North Carolina, and the PFAS investigation at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00269788
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The email correspondence involves Matthew Kuryla expressing interest in serving on the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC) and discussing his relevant experience, with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA introducing him to Richard Yamada from the Office of Research and Development for further involvement.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269231
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The email from William McKinney discusses the EPA's studies on GenX contamination in North Carolina water, as forwarded by Tom Sinks.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270401
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The document outlines the agenda for an EPA conference call on October 30, 2017, focusing on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) discussions, including updates on the Amended TSCA, GenX contamination in North Carolina, and PFAS investigation efforts at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270016
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses the Cooler Heads Coalition's upcoming strategy meeting regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, as announced by EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, who argues that the regulation exceeds the Agency's statutory authority.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269527
Richard Yamada
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6 |
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The email exchange between Leo Henning of KDHE and Richard Yamada of the EPA discusses coordinating a teleconference to further discuss ideas on nitrate reduction and water quality improvements.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270409
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The Competitive Enterprise Institute is hosting an event titled "Carbon Tax Follies" on November 2, 2017, featuring a panel discussion aimed at debunking claims made by proponents of carbon dioxide taxes, with opening remarks by Representative Bill Flores.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269805
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses various climate-related topics, including an upcoming energy and climate conference, revelations about Democratic governors' reliance on advocacy groups for climate campaigns, and the Trump administration's approach to climate research, as shared with the Cooler Heads Coalition.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269561
Richard Yamada
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11 |
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The email from Myron Ebell of the Cooler Heads Coalition invites non-profit groups to sign a joint letter opposing the extension of energy tax credits in tax reform legislation, emphasizing the need for action by the close of business on Wednesday.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270192
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses the upcoming Cooler Heads Coalition meeting and highlights recent changes made by EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to the conflict-of-interest standards for the agency's scientific advisory boards, aimed at ensuring the independence of advisors.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269816
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses a meeting of the Cooler Heads Coalition, highlights a new book by Rupert Darwall, mentions a PBS documentary on the EPA, and references an op-ed by Steve Milloy criticizing the Obama-era Clean Power Plan, in the context of the Trump administration's efforts to repeal it.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00269951
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses the upcoming Cooler Heads Coalition strategy meeting on November 13, 2017, and shares polling information regarding public attitudes towards clean energy and climate change, highlighting critical analyses of recent surveys.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270143
Richard Yamada
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6 |
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The Competitive Enterprise Institute is organizing a meeting for the Cooler Heads Coalition to discuss the economic and political implications of carbon tax legislation, featuring a panel discussion with experts and Representative Bill Flores on November 2, 2017.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270167
Richard Yamada
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11 |
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Myron Ebell from the Competitive Enterprise Institute is organizing a briefing on November 28, 2017, featuring author Rupert Darwall to discuss his book "Green Tyranny" and its critique of the climate industrial complex, with complimentary copies available for attendees.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00270328
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Myron Ebell of the Cooler Heads Coalition serves as a reminder for a strategy meeting at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, discussing the implications of a scientific study linking cold weather to historical crop failures and epidemics, while also highlighting concerns about climate change's impact on human health.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270286
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses the Environmental Protection Agency's upcoming public hearing on proposed volume requirements for the Renewable Fuel Standard scheduled for August 1, 2017, and provides details for those wishing to testify or submit written statements.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270294
Richard Yamada
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5 |
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The email from Myron Ebell discusses a joint letter urging support for Representative Warren Davidson's amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, aimed at blocking the Department of Defense from implementing climate policies mandated by an Executive Order.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270366
Richard Yamada
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4 |
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The email from Myron Ebell invites congressional staff and media to a briefing on July 17, 2017, featuring Steve Milloy discussing his book "Scare Pollution" and criticizing the EPA's claims about air pollution, organized by the Cooler Heads Coalition.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270779
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The Competitive Enterprise Institute released a paper by Rupert Darwall advocating for open scientific debate on climate change, highlighting the need for a red team/blue team approach to improve policy outcomes, amidst the escalating national discussion on climate under the Trump administration.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270835
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Myron Ebell of the Competitive Enterprise Institute invites congressional staff and media to a briefing on July 17, 2017, titled "Scare Pollution: Why and How to Fix the EPA," featuring Steve Milloy discussing alleged fraudulent science behind EPA pollution claims.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00270902
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Tina Bahadori, Director of the EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment, discusses a response to a letter from Kimberly White on behalf of the ACC Formaldehyde Panel regarding formaldehyde assessments.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00270219
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The document discusses the sampling data related to PFAS contamination, specifically GenX, in the Cape Fear River Basin, as presented by the EPA during the Sierra Club v. EPA case, highlighting results from various drinking water sources and ongoing monitoring efforts by the agency.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00269787
Richard Yamada
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15 |
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The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources provides an overview of its Algal Assessment Program, detailing the monitoring and analysis of harmful algal blooms (pHABs) in various water bodies, including recent studies and findings related to nutrient management and algal bloom occurrences.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270540
Richard Yamada
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10 |
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The U.S. EPA's Office of Research and Development provides an updated contact list for its members involved in scientific research and technical support related to environmental standards and hazardous waste issues as of August 2017.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270538
Richard Yamada
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8 |
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Energy Institute, led by Karen Harbert, is launching a video series titled "Energy Strong" to showcase the energy industry's response to recent natural disasters, highlighting their role in community support and recovery efforts.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270127
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Energy Institute is launching a new blog called "Fuel for Thought" to provide insights and analysis on energy policies and regulations, including discussions on the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269630
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email from Sue Forrester of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce highlights Exxon Mobil's response to severe flooding in Beaumont, Texas, where employees provided critical infrastructure to ensure access to clean water for over 100,000 residents.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269593
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The document is a biosketch of Dr. Robert F. Phalen, a Professor of Medicine at the University of California, Irvine, detailing his academic background, research focus on air pollution health effects, and contributions to ethics in research.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269878
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Energy Institute provides updates on recent regulatory actions by the EPA and other agencies regarding energy policy, including the repeal of glider provisions and developments related to the Clean Power Plan.
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2017 |
— |
ED_002061_00269855
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Energy Institute has launched an Energy Tracker to monitor key regulatory, judicial, and legislative developments related to energy policy under the Trump Administration.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269923
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The Global Energy Institute's email discusses various energy-related topics, including Hess's meal distribution efforts after Hurricane Harvey, Karen Harbert's testimony on NAFTA's impact on North American energy before a congressional subcommittee, and the promotion of resource extraction in Alaska's ANWR as part of a proposed congressional tax package.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270099
Richard Yamada
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4 |
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The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services presented an overview of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) emissions and air modeling related to historical industrial PFOA emissions, particularly focusing on potential sources and locations of air deposition in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269404
Richard Yamada
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23 |
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The email correspondence involves Dan Byers from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discussing the nomination process for Bob Blanz to serve on the EPA Science Advisory Board, highlighting the need for Blanz to confirm his interest with the designated federal officer, Thomas Carpenter.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270461
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The email correspondence involves Matthew Kuryla expressing interest in serving on the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee (CAAAC) and discussing his relevant experience with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA, who is facilitating connections with Richard Yamada from the Office of Research and Development.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270246
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The email from Dan Byers of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discusses following up with nominees regarding their responses to the Designated Federal Official (DFO) in relation to the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270467
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The email from Sue Forrester of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce highlights Halliburton's community support efforts during Hurricane Harvey, emphasizing the company's commitment to being a good neighbor in the energy industry.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270975
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The Global Energy Institute's email discusses the launch of their new blog "Fuel for Thought," which focuses on energy policies and regulations, including a piece on the proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan and the development of new EPA emissions guidelines.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269971
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The email from Dan Byers of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discusses the need to replace a flawed biosketch for Robert Phalen related to public comments for the EPA's Science Advisory Board (SAB).
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269877
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) submitted a letter supporting Mike Rolband's appointment to the EPA's Chartered Science Advisory Board.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269761
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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Owen McDonough from the National Association of Home Builders is seeking assistance from Richard Yamada at the EPA to locate maps related to waters and wetlands that were previously hosted on a specific website.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270441
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is recommending Michael Rolband for appointment to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Chartered Science Advisory Board due to his extensive experience and contributions to environmental compliance in the home building industry.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269762
Richard Yamada
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2 |
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The document discusses the collaboration between agencies to develop the Cyanobacteria Assessment Network (CyAN) for monitoring harmful algal blooms (HABs) in U.S. waters using satellite technology, aiming to enhance water quality management and public health protection.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270537
Richard Yamada
|
9 |
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The Global Energy Institute has launched an Energy Tracker to monitor key regulatory and legislative developments in energy policy as the Trump Administration implements its reform agenda.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00269820
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The American Chemistry Council submitted a letter to the EPA regarding a National Toxicology Program study on formaldehyde, as communicated by Kimberly White to Richard Yamada.
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2017 |
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ED_002061_00270784
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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Denka Performance Elastomer LLC is requesting a correction to the EPA's 2010 Toxicological Review of Chloroprene, following concerns raised in the Sierra Club v. EPA case regarding the plant's emissions and associated cancer risks.
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2010 |
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ED_002061_00270547
Richard Yamada
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20 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's study highlights the prevalence of legacy and emerging perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as significant drinking water contaminants in the Cape Fear River watershed, revealing that health advisory levels for certain PFAS were exceeded on multiple sampling days.
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2000 |
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ED_002061_00270551
Richard Yamada
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17 |
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The document outlines Matthew L. Kuryla's extensive experience and contributions in implementing the Clean Air Act, particularly through his coordination of industry groups in Texas that developed innovative regulatory strategies to help the Houston area meet ozone standards.
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1989 |
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ED_002061_00269012
Richard Yamada
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3 |
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The document outlines a cross-federal agency workshop on PFAS sponsored by the Toxics & Risk Subcommittee, aimed at enhancing understanding and collaboration among federal agencies regarding PFAS science and policy, held on February 5-6, 2018, at the NIH Campus in Bethesda, MD.
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ED_002061_00269049
Richard Yamada
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10 |
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The document outlines the actions taken by Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), in coordination with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. EPA, to address PFAS contamination in drinking water, including sampling and emergency orders due to elevated PFOS levels.
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ED_002061_00269786
Richard Yamada
|
8 |
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The document discusses the environmental and health issues related to PFAS contamination, highlighting the challenges faced by the EPA in addressing widespread human exposure and the ineffectiveness of conventional drinking water treatment methods, as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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ED_002061_00270542
Richard Yamada
|
12 |
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The document outlines the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) process, including its objectives to collect data on unregulated drinking water contaminants and the prioritization and selection of specific analytes for monitoring.
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ED_002061_00270544
Richard Yamada
|
10 |
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The document discusses the challenges posed by wildland fires in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case, highlighting their impacts on air quality, public health, and economic factors, while emphasizing the increasing frequency and severity of these fires and their associated health risks.
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ED_002061_00270545
Richard Yamada
|
25 |
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The document discusses the need for innovation in air monitoring technology, highlighting the EPA's efforts in air sensor market research, technology evaluation, and the development of community air sensor networks in collaboration with local agencies as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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ED_002061_00270536
Richard Yamada
|
12 |
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The document discusses the analysis of legacy and emerging perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as significant drinking water contaminants in the Cape Fear River Watershed, detailing the analytical methods and standards used by researchers from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and various universities in North Carolina.
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ED_002061_00270552
Richard Yamada
|
12 |
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The document is an accessibility report created by an unspecified organization, indicating that a PDF file related to formaldehyde has passed all accessibility checks with no issues found.
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ED_002061_00270786
Richard Yamada
|
2 |
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The document discusses the Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council (ITRC) and its PFAS Team's efforts to provide technical resources and training for regulators and stakeholders in response to PFAS contamination, as part of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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ED_002061_00269047
Richard Yamada
|
8 |
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The National Toxicology Program released a research report in August 2017 detailing the absence of formaldehyde-induced neoplasia in Trp53 haploinsufficient mice exposed to inhalation.
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ED_002061_00270785
Richard Yamada
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30 |
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The document discusses the EPA's partnership with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality to address complex environmental pollution challenges and support state and tribal implementation of environmental programs, highlighting the use of Non-Targeted Analysis as a key capability.
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ED_002061_00269789
Richard Yamada
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1 |
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The document discusses the EPA's 2010 IRIS Toxicological Review of Chloroprene, highlighting a request for Ramboll Environ to review and derive a new inhalation unit risk (IUR) due to findings that suggest the original IUR is significantly higher than necessary based on updated epidemiological and toxicological evidence, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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ED_002061_00269818
Richard Yamada
|
36 |
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The document discusses the EPA's 2010 IRIS Toxicological Review of Chloroprene, highlighting a request for Ramboll Environ to review and derive a new inhalation unit risk (IUR) due to findings that suggest the original IUR may be significantly overestimated, particularly in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case.
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ED_002061_00269796
Richard Yamada
|
27 |
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The document outlines visitor logistics for a meeting at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Research and Development located in the Ronald Reagan Building, detailing security procedures and transportation options.
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ED_002061_00270603
Richard Yamada
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4 |
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The US EPA is developing a PFAS Screening Library of 300-400 per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to support toxicity testing and environmental monitoring, with a focus on generating high-throughput toxicity and toxicokinetic data for 75 reference PFAS chemicals.
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ED_002061_00269050
Richard Yamada
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19 |