EPA Meetings on Environmental Regulations

This collection includes email correspondence discussing various meetings and communications related to environmental regulations and policies coordinated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Era: 2017–2021 2025–present All years
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Health Care Without Harm is urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, to maintain funding and staffing for its programs that support hospitals in reducing their environmental impact and improving community resilience. 2020 HQ2017008402 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is processing an event request for Administrator Scott Pruitt to keynote the Green Truck Summit on March 6, 2018, focusing on regulations and implementation related to greenhouse gas emissions for heavy-duty trucks. 2018 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, discusses the appointment of Mike Stoker to lead the EPA in California, highlighting concerns about his reluctance to work in San Francisco amidst the challenges of implementing President Trump's environmental agenda. 2018 HQ2017008402 8
The email correspondence between Ryan Jackson of the EPA and Joanna Slaney discusses the agency's ongoing efforts to finalize a rule regarding the ban on methylene chloride for consumer and most commercial uses. 2018 HQ2017008402 4
The document discusses the need for the EPA to incorporate EIA data on ethanol-free gasoline (E0) consumption when proposing the 2018 Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) to correct previous underestimations of E0 use and overestimations of ethanol consumption, which have led to inflated RIN prices. 2018 HQ2017008402 2
The document contains emails from Ryan Jackson, Chief of Staff at the U.S. EPA, discussing a proposal with an EDF representative and expressing a desire for continued collaboration. 2018 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between EPA's Samantha Dravis and Duke Energy's Michael Coe discusses the provision of contact information for Lynn Good, the CEO of Duke Energy, following a meeting at CERAWeek. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The letter from various industry professionals urges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, to continue funding the successful WaterSense program in Fiscal Year 2017 and beyond, highlighting its effectiveness in promoting water efficiency and conservation amidst ongoing drought conditions. 2017 HQ2017008402 7
The American Petroleum Institute invited EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their Executive Committee and Board of Directors Dinner on March 22, 2017, to discuss environmental regulations and energy policy with industry leaders. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The document lists the members of the 2017 Board of Directors for the American Petroleum Institute (API), including their positions and affiliations within various oil and gas companies. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Peter A. Pagano of Boeing to Samantha Dravis at the EPA expresses gratitude for a meeting and discusses collaboration on environmental issues related to Boeing, while inviting the EPA team to visit Charleston, SC for insights into 787 aircraft manufacturing. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA to Barbara Little discusses a meeting with NewMarket Corporation regarding their manganese-based fuel additives and requests a discussion about the manganese emissions situation related to a consent order affecting S.H. Bell. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a request from governors for the EPA Administrator to set aside the Final Determination for Model Year 2022-2025 vehicle greenhouse gas standards issued by the previous administration, emphasizing the need for a proper review process under the Trump administration. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Beau Greenwood of CropLife America discusses scheduling a follow-up conversation regarding ongoing issues and collaboration, highlighting a recent meeting with Administrator Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Beau Greenwood of CropLife America discusses scheduling a follow-up conversation regarding ongoing issues and collaboration after a recent meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from David Crane to EPA officials Ryan Jackson and Samantha Dravis discusses scheduling a meeting on regulatory issues for the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance, highlighting the importance of the EPA in their agenda following the Paris Agreement announcement. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Clint Woods outlines the details for the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies' 2017 Fall Business Meeting, including registration, hotel information, and logistics for the event scheduled in Raleigh, North Carolina from September 20-22. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Paul Schlegel of the American Farm Bureau Federation to Samantha Dravis and David Kreutzer at the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to brief the EPA on pressing agricultural issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Brandon Kirkham to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a follow-up from a meeting regarding his work as an independent contractor with Marathon Oil to address issues in domestic shale developments. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email exchange between Salo Zelermyer of Valero Energy Corporation and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses a personal catch-up meeting and congratulates Dravis on a recent achievement. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Bryan Jacobs of BMW introduces Samantha Dravis from the EPA to Marcus Kreft of the German Embassy, highlighting their positive interactions and collaboration. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis of the EPA informs Clint Woods of the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies that Administrator Pruitt cannot attend their September meeting in Raleigh due to a scheduling conflict, while expressing interest in ensuring appropriate staff representation from the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves Samantha Dravis from the EPA reaching out to Damien M. Schiff to schedule a brief meeting regarding policy discussions, with Sarah Greenwait also participating as a Senior Advisor for Water and Cross-Cutting Issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Liz Roche to Samantha Dravis at the EPA invites her to an off-the-record dinner discussion on June 28, 2017, focusing on key issues affecting the future of energy policy, including tax reform and energy infrastructure. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Elizabeth Bennett at the EPA discusses connecting Danielle Burr from Peck Madigan Jones with EPA Air Office staff, Mandy Gunasekara and Samantha Dravis, to address Delta Airlines' Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issue and facilitate a meeting with Secretary Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between EPA's Robin Kime and Tom Hance discusses preparations for a meeting on May 17, 2017, with the National Biodiesel Board to address Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements and includes a request for read-ahead materials. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange involves Samantha Dravis from the EPA declining an invitation to speak at the Portland General Electric Board retreat on June 6, 2017, due to prior travel commitments, and inquiring if another representative from the EPA could attend. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from David Crane to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests a meeting on June 7-8 to discuss regulatory issues related to the Oil and Gas Effluent Limitation Guidelines and the EPA Methane Rule with representatives from the Domestic Energy Producers Alliance. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA to Ike Scott discusses a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, specifically referencing a production deadline. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses an upcoming ethics seminar on engagement agreements aimed at reducing ethical risks in legal representation, scheduled for November 30, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Layne Bangerter of the EPA discusses concerns raised by the National Mining Association regarding a proposed punitive budget policy affecting the hardrock mining industry, which includes new taxes and fees suggested by the Office of Management and Budget for the fiscal year 2018. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and William Koetzle of Chevron discusses a meeting where they talked about CTGs (Control Techniques Guidelines) and the follow-up on sending detailed information regarding them. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Marie Sanderson discusses scheduling a meeting between BMW's CEO and the EPA Administrator on March 14, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Kyle W. Parker of Holland & Hart LLP to EPA officials Sarah Greenwalt and Samantha Dravis requests a meeting to discuss updates on Caelus's Alaska projects, specifically the Smith Bay project and associated permitting issues. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing a meeting request from Delta Airlines regarding their Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issue, with Mandy Gunasekara coordinating a call to connect with Danielle Burr for further discussions. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Thomas Gibson of the American Iron and Steel Institute and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to address key environmental issues affecting the steel industry following Administrator Pruitt's address, with plans for logistics to be coordinated by Paul Balserak. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA informs Dan Colegrove that Administrator Pruitt is unavailable for a meeting due to travel, and suggests reaching out again in the future. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from the EPA discusses an MIT study on the economics of Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), highlighting the pass-through of RIN prices to obligated fuels and addressing claims of windfall profits related to RIN transactions. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from James Roewer to EPA officials discusses a letter from the Edison Electric Institute addressing concerns regarding the federal regulation of coal combustion residuals (CCR) and emphasizes the importance of effective management under state regulatory agencies with EPA support. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Kerry Kelly to EPA officials discusses a Bloomberg BNA story about a meeting with EPA leadership, expressing confidence that it won't embarrass the agency, while addressing concerns about a former EPA employee's unsolicited comments to the press regarding the meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Michael Falcone to Samantha Dravis invites her to attend "A World in Balance: Solutions for Sustainability," a live event hosted by The Washington Post on November 16, 2017, featuring discussions on sustainability and conservation with various leaders, including former EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a follow-up meeting with Marc Goldman and Anne Korin regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The North Dakota Petroleum Council requests the Environmental Protection Agency, under Administrator Scott Pruitt, to review and align its Clean Air Act enforcement activities in North Dakota with the Trump Administration's approach to promote energy independence and consider adopting the state's enforcement methods. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses a request for feedback on greenhouse gas emission standards and a potential meeting with BMW's Global CEO regarding these standards, amidst plans by the Trump administration to reconsider the emissions regulations established during the Obama administration. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing scheduling a follow-up call regarding CCR (Consumer Confidence Reports) issues with external parties, including Stephen Fotis from Van Ness Feldman LLP. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
Portland General Electric invited Samantha Dravis from the EPA to speak at their board retreat on June 6, 2017, focusing on the agency's direction, institutional reforms, superfund issues, and energy provider regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence involves EPA officials coordinating a meeting with Richard Guerard from Hyundai to discuss CAFE/LDVs issues and the MTE process. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis and Robert Stout discusses their recent meeting and expresses interest in further engagement regarding the sector strategies group process at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from the Environmental Law Institute invites Samantha Dravis of the EPA to their 2017 Award Dinner honoring Achim Steiner, while advising her to consult her agency's ethics guidelines before accepting the invitation. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA is an invitation to a reception hosted by the British Ambassador in celebration of journalism during the White House Correspondents' Dinner weekend. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Hilary Moffett of the American Petroleum Institute discusses scheduling a follow-up meeting to review important materials related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Eric Carlson and Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a proposal to transition the Energy Star programs to a public-private partnership, aiming to save costs, reduce staff, and align with the Trump Administration's goals of government privatization and job creation. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from A.J. Ferate to Sydney Hupp and Samantha Dravis discusses the scheduling of a speaker from the EPA for the Vinyl Institute meetings on May 16/17, seeking confirmation on whether to announce Samantha's participation. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses logistics and preparations for Administrator Pruitt's participation at CERAWeek, including obtaining Dr. Yergin's mailing address for a thank-you note and coordinating questions for a Q&A session. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email correspondence between Hilary Moffett of the American Petroleum Institute and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting to clarify data regarding the Point of Obligation, with an emphasis on obligated parties and instances of obligation. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email confirms Samantha Dravis's registration for the 36th Annual EPRI Seminar on Fuels, Power Markets, and Resource Planning, scheduled for November 8, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from David Schwietert to EPA officials discusses the follow-up on a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding the Auto Alliance's Harmonization Petition and the Mid Term Review of fuel efficiency standards for light-duty vehicles. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from John Giordano of Archer & Greiner P.C. to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests a meeting to discuss the cleanup of the Raritan Bay Slag Superfund Site in New Jersey on behalf of their client, NL Industries, Inc. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Sue Forrester of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the launch of the "Energy Strong" video series, highlighting the contributions of the energy industry during Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Brian Wolff to Samantha Dravis expresses gratitude for her presentation at the EEI event and highlights the positive feedback received, related to the ongoing mission of the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses the need for an alternative representative to speak at the Mid-Year Energy Forum regarding the Trump Administration's new energy and environmental policies, particularly in light of the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord and changes to Obama-era regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence between Abigail Ryder and Samantha Dravis discusses an invitation for EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to deliver the keynote address at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco on March 20-21, 2018. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Dennis Hedke to Samantha Dravis at the EPA shares a policy brief titled "Data versus Hype: How Ten Cities Show Sea-level Rise Is a False Crisis," which argues against alarmist views on sea-level rise and critiques the need for drastic climate policies. 2017 HQ2017008402 14
The email from Brent Feweil of Earth & Water Law Group requests a meeting with EPA officials Samantha Dravis and Henry Darwin to discuss regulatory reform ideas from the National Association of Clean Water Agencies that could save municipalities money while enhancing environmental protections. 2017 HQ2017008402 12
The email from Pam Lacey of the American Gas Association confirms attendance for a meeting with EPA officials on November 3, 2017, to discuss regulatory reforms related to the Subpart W Reporting Rule and PCB Rules. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email discusses preparations for the U.S. delegation's participation in the COP-23 climate meetings in Bonn, Germany, involving coordination between the EPA and the Edison Electric Institute (EEI). 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing the finalized Version 7.0 ENERGY STAR TV specification with representatives from Samsung, confirming its effective date as October 30, 2015. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Brittany Bolen of the EPA connects CMS Energy representatives with Albert Kelly, who leads the Superfund Task Force, to discuss a Superfund site issue in Michigan and a potential visit to a pumped hydro storage facility. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Jessica DeMonte discusses the PCS Phosphate Company's Supplemental Petition for Reconsideration regarding mercury limits for calciners at its Aurora, NC facility, and includes attachments related to their requests and the EPA's responses. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses best practices for creating court-usable PDF documents in response to the increasing standardization of electronic filing in U.S. courtrooms. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis from the EPA and Salo Zelermyer from Valero Energy discusses scheduling a meeting amidst Dravis's busy schedule, related to the ongoing litigation in the case Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Robert Stout at BP America discusses comments and studies related to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) assessment of Renewable Identification Number (RIN) market dynamics and their impact on refinery production and biofuel blending. 2017 HQ2017008402 5
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Salo Zelermyer of Valero Energy discusses scheduling a call amidst their busy schedules, related to the ongoing litigation of Sierra Club v. EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Billy Johnson to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests a meeting on June 21st to discuss the agency's regulatory reform efforts with CEOs from major scrap recycling companies, highlighting the industry's support for the initiative. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Leslie Hulse of the American Chemistry Council discusses a request for a copy of a recent directive from Administrator Pruitt regarding the Agency's engagement in "sue and settle" matters, which Hulse intends to use for a webinar on citizen suits. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Steve Mona of the World Golf Foundation thanks Samantha Dravis of the EPA for discussing the golf industry's interests, particularly regarding the repeal of the Clean Water Rule and the development of a new rule that promotes state/federal cooperation for environmental protection. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Brittany Bolen of the EPA confirms the arrangement of a meeting with Swift Fuels' Chairman Rob Broin to discuss the Piston Aviation Fuel Initiative and the future of unleaded aviation fuel. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
Environmental organizations are urging EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to uphold the agency's Final Affirmative Determination for a No Discharge Zone in Puget Sound, countering claims made by the American Waterways Operators regarding the sufficiency of pumpout capacity and the nature of the determination. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Dan Colegrove to Samantha Dravis at the EPA requests a meeting between Secretary Pruitt and British MEP Roger Helmer to discuss climate and energy issues during Helmer's visit to Washington on March 24, 2017. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email from Kevin Messner of the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers discusses the importance of increasing the refrigerant charge size for Isobutane in relation to the EPA's SNAP program and the ENERGY STAR initiative, indicating ongoing collaboration with EPA officials. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email correspondence between Craig Montesano of the American Waterways Operators and Samantha Dravis of the EPA discusses concerns about communication regarding environmental policies and the agency's decision-making process related to a sensitive ecological issue. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email exchange between EPA officials discusses scheduling a conference call to address relevant Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues following a productive meeting with the Administrator. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Kerry Kelly of the Waste Management agency expresses gratitude to Samantha Dravis of the EPA for a meeting regarding Clean Air Act rules for municipal solid waste landfills and mentions a follow-up conversation to clarify information shared by a Bloomberg BNA reporter. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
Hilary Moffett from the American Petroleum Institute requests a meeting with EPA officials on May 16, 2017, to discuss comments they plan to submit regarding regulatory agenda items. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from R. Timothy Columbus to EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Samantha Dravis expresses gratitude for their assistance regarding a matter related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Sydney Hupp, Executive Scheduler at the EPA, discusses the scheduling difficulties for a meeting with Administrator Pruitt and suggests alternative senior advisors to meet instead. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received comments from NATSO opposing petitions to change the definition of obligated parties under the Renewable Fuel Standard, arguing that such changes would disrupt fuel markets and undermine the program's goals. 2017 HQ2017008402 18
The Main Street Energy Alliance, a coalition of energy companies and retailers, has been launched to urge the Environmental Protection Agency to maintain the current Renewable Fuel Standard compliance requirements and resist changes that would benefit special interests at the expense of consumers and small businesses. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between Anne Korin and Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a memo on how fuel choice could enhance the CAFE reform toolkit in alignment with the President's goals regarding jobs, regulatory relief, and energy security. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Kerry Kelly requests a meeting with EPA officials to discuss Waste Management, Inc.'s petition for reconsideration of new performance standards for municipal solid waste landfills under the Clean Air Act, citing legal and policy concerns with the regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402 3
The email from Dan Haley of the Colorado Oil & Gas Association to EPA officials discusses an attached letter related to oil and gas development in Colorado. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email correspondence between EPA officials and Christopher Tampio from the American Dental Association discusses scheduling a meeting with Senator Portman's office and coordinating staff meetings related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 4
The email from Christopher Tampio of the American Dental Association to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses scheduling meetings with EPA Administrator Pruitt and ADA leadership after Easter and in May. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Michael Brien of BP America to Samantha Dravis at the EPA discusses a follow-up on the point of obligation (PoO) related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), emphasizing the need for clarity and reforms rather than changes to the PoO, which could disrupt the RIN market. 2017 HQ2017008402 8
The email from Andy Ehrlich to EPA officials Samantha Dravis and Mandy Gunasekara requests a meeting to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard and Darling Ingredients Inc.'s involvement in renewable diesel production. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting with representatives from HollyFrontier Corporation, with Mat Lapinski indicating he will not attend but offering to provide additional information if needed. 2017 HQ2017008402 7
The email from Paul Noe of the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) to Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA requests a meeting to discuss EPA regulations and permit requirements that negatively impact U.S. manufacturing, particularly focusing on issues related to carbon neutrality of biomass and air permit gridlock, ahead of a meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402 2
The email exchange between EPA's Samantha Dravis and Southern Company's Olivia Lute and Noel Black discusses scheduling a call to discuss next steps regarding comments related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 HQ2017008402 1
The email from Michelle Hale of the EPA confirms attendance and security details for a meeting with HollyFrontier Corporation, scheduled for the following week, and specifies that Samantha Dravis will be present. 2017 HQ2017008402 6
The email correspondence between Samantha Dravis of the EPA and Dan Colegrove discusses a recent meeting regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, expressing gratitude for the meeting and coordinating scheduling efforts. 2017 HQ2017008402 4