EPA Communications on Environmental Issues

This collection contains emails and documents related to the EPA's interactions with various stakeholders on environmental policies, events, and initiatives.

Era: 2017–2021 2025–present All years
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Summary Year FOIA ID Number Bates / Custodian Pages
The email exchange between Shannon S. Broome of Hunton & Williams LLP and Brittany Bolen of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting during Broome's visit to Washington, D.C., while referencing the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
Duke Energy is requesting the EPA to approve a variance from stringent wastewater limits imposed by the final ELG rule for its Edwardsport IGCC plant in Indiana, as the current regulations are unachievable and IDEM supports the request. 2017 2
The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity is urging the EPA to postpone compliance deadlines under the Coal Combustion Residuals rule to prevent unnecessary coal plant retirements and compliance costs. 2017 2
The document from the U.S. government details the retirement status of coal-fired generating units as of October 24, 2017, indicating that 599 units totaling nearly 108,000 megawatts have been retired or planned for retirement, with a significant portion attributed to EPA regulations and market conditions. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing a press conference and march opposing Administrator Scott Pruitt's visit to Lexington, with Sutherland & Associates expressing support for Pruitt's visit. 2017 3
The email discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's meeting with the Congressional Coal Caucus, where he conveyed President Trump's message that the "war on coal" is over and outlined changes made by the EPA to support energy independence and review the Clean Power Plan. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing logistics and topics for an upcoming event featuring Administrator Pruitt and Secretary Zinke, with Tate Bennett coordinating communication efforts. 2017 10
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. 2017 2
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled meeting at the EPA on October 25, 2017, to discuss Vive Crop Protection's development of nano technology and new nano-polymer inert ingredients. 2017 2
The email exchange between Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, and Seth Goldberg discusses Beck's busy schedule filled with meetings and her hope to schedule a lunch meeting after June 22, 2017. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Lynn L. Bergeson inviting Nancy Beck from the EPA to speak at an event on TSCA reform, highlighting the importance of EPA's involvement in the discussion. 2017 3
The email discusses the maintenance and sponsorship opportunities for a website related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, involving multiple academic and environmental professionals, including William Farland from Colorado State University. 2017 5
The email from Ryan Schmit at the EPA in July 2017 inquires whether clients will submit additional materials to an active docket, following a meeting discussing the technical and economic feasibility of alternatives to MeCl2 paint strippers. 2017 2
The email from Nancy Beck discusses the registration and housing arrangements for the 2018 Society of Toxicology (SOT) conference in San Antonio, forwarded from SOT Headquarters. 2017 2
The email from Timothy Coughlin of Thompson Hine LLP discusses the details of the 2018 DRI Toxic Tort and Environmental Law Seminar, including scheduling and reimbursement policies for participant Nancy Beck, with a focus on a panel discussion regarding TSCA re-evaluation impacts. 2017 2
The document is an email from Nancy Beck forwarding a summary of Federal Register notices related to meetings of the Advisory Committee on Voluntary Foreign Aid and environmental assessments by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, as well as information collection activities by the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. 2017 28
The email exchange between James V. Aidala and Nancy Beck discusses the complexities and timelines of the registration review process under FIFRA as managed by the EPA, particularly regarding the distinction between the completion of registration reviews and the final agency actions related to pesticide product registrations. 2017 2
The document is an email from Nancy Beck at the Environmental Protection Agency forwarding a Continuous Publications Alert from Environmental Health Perspectives, summarizing recent research articles related to environmental health published between June 26-30, 2017. 2017 4
The email correspondence between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Joe Bischoff confirms a scheduled meeting regarding the pesticide Sulfoxaflor and its use on sorghum, citrus, and soybean crops. 2017 3
The email exchange between James V. Aidala and Nancy Beck discusses the complexities and ongoing nature of the EPA's registration review process for pesticides, emphasizing the need for clarity in defining what constitutes completion of the review. 2017 2
Michael Dourson, nominated by President Trump as the assistant administrator of the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, discusses his potential speaking engagement at an upcoming symposium and suggests alternative speakers due to his pending Senate confirmation hearing. 2017 2
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Seth Goldberg discusses scheduling a quick lunch meeting on July 25, 2017, to accommodate Beck's availability due to a canceled meeting. 2017 2
The email from Michael Dourson discusses the funding and partnerships behind a website aimed at providing balanced information for parents, in response to a request for feedback on draft minutes related to the International Toxicity Estimates for Risk (ITER) database managed by the Risk Science Center. 2017 2
The email from Joseph J. Green discusses the Copper Development Association's efforts to select candidates for a review panel to evaluate claims for antimicrobial copper products based on clinical trial results, in collaboration with the EPA. 2017 8
The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck discusses the status of EPA guidance on biostimulants and the potential opening of a formal docket for comments related to this topic. 2017 2
The email exchange between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck discusses the scheduling of a meeting with the EPA regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with plans to confirm details on October 6, 2017. 2017 2
The email correspondence discusses the ongoing interagency review process at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding EPA guidance on the regulation of mosquito-related products, with updates to be provided to stakeholders involved. 2017 2
The National Academy of Sciences is hosting the 2017 Arthur M. Sackler Colloquium on the Science of Science Communication to address critical scientific communication issues, with limited in-person attendance and a free webinar option available. 2017 11
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a meeting regarding Taiwan MRLs for the week of October 23, 2017, with Lois Rossi expressing her preference for October 27. 2017 4
The email exchange between Lynn Bergeson of ACTA and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses travel plans related to an upcoming meeting, with Beck expressing concern about her flight to Taiwan. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Lynn L. Bergeson coordinating with Nancy Beck from the EPA regarding scheduling a meeting related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 2
The email from Laura Sneeringer of the Chemical Building Organization informs Christopher Moore about updated materials and agenda details for the Byproducts Committee Meeting scheduled for September 13-14, 2017, including presentations from the EPA and SBA. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Chris Andresen and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting regarding the AHFA and acknowledges the progress made on the Formaldehyde Emissions Rulemaking. 2017 2
The email from Alice Armstrong of Thompson Hine discusses a speaker request for an upcoming event in Washington, D.C., focusing on updates related to TSCA and policy changes affecting the chemical industry. 2017 4
The email correspondence between Chris Andresen and Nancy Beck discusses scheduling a meeting to further discuss the laminated product definition in the formaldehyde emissions rulemaking, involving key industry representatives from the AHFA. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Lynn L. Bergeson and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses potential funding from the EPA to match a $150,000 grant from the USDA for a project on emerging technologies, specifically focusing on governance systems related to nano, bio, and synthetic biology. 2017 2
The email exchange between Erik Janus, an independent contractor, and Nancy Beck from the EPA discusses a potential meeting to catch up, with Janus mentioning his work with the antimicrobial registrant community and a new focus on cannabis-related pesticide issues. 2017 2
The email correspondence between EPA officials discusses scheduling a briefing on a proposal to exempt FDA-approved food additives used as fragrance ingredients in food contact antimicrobials, confirming a meeting date of December 14, 2017. 2017 5
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Sally Kane discusses concerns about the unauthorized sharing of Beck's plenary slide deck with the trade press and the need for clarification on who received the slides. 2017 2
The email exchange between EPA Deputy Assistant Administrator Nancy Beck and Sally Kane discusses concerns about the unauthorized sharing of Beck's presentation slides with the trade press and plans to follow up with the Secretariat regarding plenary questions. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA, discussing updates and preparations for a panel presentation at the SRA 2017 conference, focusing on the new TSCA statute and its requirements for transparency in risk evaluations. 2017 2
The email exchange involves Lisa Robinson from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health discussing the preparation of slides for a plenary session at the SRA 2017 conference, coordinated with colleagues including Sally M. Kane and Nancy Beck from the EPA. 2017 3
The email discusses preparations for a presentation at the SRA 2017 conference, focusing on the role of economic analysis in U.S. regulatory decision-making and the influence of judgment in regulatory analysis, involving participants from various institutions including Harvard and the EPA. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Troy Lyons of the EPA and William McKinney, General Counsel for the North Carolina Governor, discusses a follow-up on a productive call regarding GenX contamination in the Cape Fear River, with a request for a peer-reviewed study mentioned by Administrator Pruitt. 2017 2
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. 2017 9
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. 2017 23
The email from Kenneth Wagner of the EPA acknowledges receipt of comments from Cathy Stepp of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources regarding Executive Order 13777 on Enforcing the Regulatory Agenda and indicates that he has forwarded them to the relevant policy team for attention. 2017 2
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is coordinating a 30-minute follow-up call regarding Racine County, with multiple proposed times for scheduling. 2017 3
The email outlines the logistics for the ECOS CF2.0 Webinar, including participant engagement and the agenda, with Henry Darwin and Alexandra Dunn involved in the presentation. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves Kenneth Wagner from the EPA coordinating a kick-off conference call with various stakeholders, including representatives from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. 2017 4
The document is an undeliverable email notification from Microsoft Outlook regarding a message sent by jm potter to Doug Benevento, indicating that the recipient's email address could not be found. 2017 4
Alan Matheson from the Utah Department of Environmental Quality expresses his anticipation for a call with Doug Benevento, facilitated by Kenneth Wagner from the EPA, regarding personal matters. 2017 2
Governor Rick Snyder announced a new agreement mandating enhanced environmental protections for Michigan's waterways and establishing a timeline for evaluating the future of Enbridge's Line 5 petroleum pipeline. 2017 4
The document outlines the agenda for the 7th Annual EPA Region 7/8 and State Departments of Agriculture Meeting, focusing on updates regarding agriculture policy, pesticide regulations, and discussions on issues such as dicamba use and cannabis production, held by the EPA in Denver, CO on December 11-12, 2017. 2017 2
The email from John Hendrix of the State of Alaska confirms Chantal Walsh as the state's representative for an oil and natural gas roundtable organized by the EPA and other agencies, scheduled for January 23-24, 2018, in Denver, Colorado. 2017 2
Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina informed President Trump that Michael S. Regan has been designated as Trustee for Natural Resources in accordance with federal environmental laws. 2017 3
The Western States Land Commissioners Association invited Kenneth E. Wagner of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to be a key speaker at their annual summer conference in Anchorage, Alaska, from July 9-12, 2017, to discuss federal land policy and its impact on state-managed lands. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency discussing a planned visit to Michigan on June 16, 2017, to coordinate a meeting regarding water quality initiatives with state officials. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Luke Esch of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses their recent meeting and expresses willingness to assist each other in future endeavors. 2017 2
The email exchange between Colin McKee of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses a recent visit to Wyoming, expresses appreciation for the meeting, and emphasizes the importance of ongoing cooperation in federalism. 2017 2
Todd Parfitt, Wyoming's Department of Environmental Quality director, threatens to return EPA programs if Congress enacts proposed FY18 budget cuts that would significantly reduce state funding. 2017 2
The document provides biographies of panelists and moderators for the Environmental Council of the States STEP Meeting 2017, highlighting their roles and backgrounds in environmental agencies and initiatives. 2017 8
The North Dakota Department of Health and the EPA are coordinating a phone conference with the Department of Justice regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case, with participation from the Attorney General and outside counsel. 2017 2
The email exchange between Bob Martineau of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and Kenneth Wagner of the EPA discusses a supportive quote for the announcement of Trey Glenn's new role as Regional Administrator, emphasizing the importance of understanding state environmental agencies in the cooperative federalism model. 2017 2
The email from Kaitlyn Shimmin at the EPA discusses a quote from Governor Bill Walker regarding the appointment of Chris Hladick, with a request for confirmation on the announcement timing. 2017 2
The email exchange between Jonathon Taylor, Deputy Press Secretary for the Office of Governor Bill Walker, and Kaitlyn Shimmin from the EPA discusses the timing of a personnel announcement related to Hladick's release, with Taylor inquiring about sending the release before the official announcement is made. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the Washington State Department of Ecology (ECY) and the National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA) discussing preparations for a panel on Cooperative Federalism, including the sharing of updated presentation slides. 2017 2
The Washington State Department of Ecology's Ken Zarker is coordinating with colleagues for a panel discussion on "Cooperative Federalism" at the upcoming NACAA meeting in Seattle, scheduled for September 26, 2017. 2017 2
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is requesting the new EPA Administrator to reverse the Obama Administration's last-minute disapproval of Iowa's antidegradation water quality rules and is coordinating a meeting with Midwestern governors to discuss state-federal partnerships and renewable energy. 2017 4
The email correspondence between EPA staff and Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts' scheduler discusses the rescheduling of a meeting with Administrator Pruitt to take place at the White House instead of the EPA, along with logistical details for security arrangements. 2017 3
The email exchange between Troy M. Lyons of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Matt Miltenberger discusses coordinating outreach to Congressmen regarding Administrator Pruitt's upcoming event in Nebraska, noting that only Congressman Bacon confirmed attendance. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded over $18 million to the state of Alaska for critical water projects aimed at improving municipal drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, enhancing public health and environmental protection. 2017 4
The email correspondence between John Crowther from the Alaska Department of Natural Resources and Preston Cory from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency confirms a scheduled meeting on September 14, 2017, at 10 AM EST regarding state matters. 2017 13
The email from Preston Cory of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses a scheduled call with Wisconsin DNR staff regarding background information on Racine County and the 2015 Ozone Standard. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the U.S. EPA discussing a request from Nebraska's Office of the Governor to conduct a fleet pilot project using ethanol blends up to E30, with Patricia Haman deferring to Preston Cory for further updates. 2017 2
The EPA finalized the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for 2018 and biomass-based diesel volumes for 2019, emphasizing regulatory certainty for refiners and the agricultural community. 2017 2
The email from Mary Beth Thelen of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality discusses arranging a meeting with Cathy Stepp from the EPA, indicating coordination efforts for a meeting in January. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Iowa official Stephanie Groen and EPA Senior Advisor Don Benton discusses scheduling a meeting for Governors from Iowa, Nebraska, Indiana, and Minnesota with Administrator Pruitt on February 24, 2017. 2017 4
The email from Donald Benton, a Senior White House Advisor at the EPA, discusses scheduling a meeting for Administrator Pruitt with several governors on February 24, 2017, at the JW Marriott in Washington, D.C. 2017 3
Quinn L. Williams from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources discusses next steps regarding the VTA (Voluntary Transfer Agreement) with Sarah Greenwalt from the EPA in a series of emails. 2017 4
The document is a letter to the EPA from various officials requesting the agency to review and approve petitions from the Governor of Maine and local entities to withdraw previous EPA actions regarding Maine's water quality standards and to repeal a final rule on those standards. 2017 2
The EPA communicated with Flint City Councilperson Kate Fields regarding the recommendation from Mayor Weaver to continue using Great Lakes Water Authority water as the primary source for Flint, emphasizing the need for a safe transition and public health considerations. 2017 2
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) submitted draft guidelines to the EPA for improving Vegetated Treatment Areas (VTAs) to better manage runoff from Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) feed storage areas. 2017 2
The EPA provides updates on air quality regulations related to PM2.5 precursors, detailing implementation rules and state requirements following a court decision affecting the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter. 2017 17
The email correspondence involves Tate Bennett from the EPA coordinating a meeting with North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring to discuss state issues, with additional contacts included for communication support. 2017 2
The email correspondence between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Quinn Williams from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources discusses arranging a conference call related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 3
The email from Tate Bennett at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses the Iowa antidegradation issue and indicates that the agency is looking into a request forwarded by Ryan Jackson from the Iowa Governor's office. 2017 3
Wyoming Governor Matthew H. Mead submitted a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on May 12, 2017, providing input on regulations for repeal, replacement, or modification in response to President Trump's Executive Order 13777, emphasizing the need for tailored regulations that support the state's economic drivers while ensuring environmental protection. 2017 19
The email from Tate Bennett, an intergovernmental liaison at the EPA, provides his contact information to Illinois state representative Kathy Lydon and acknowledges the EPA Inspector General's frequent visits to government representatives, while also expressing enthusiasm for collaboration. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is processing comments from Kansas Governor Sam Brownback regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, which are being printed and hand-delivered to the EPA's Office of Water. 2017 2
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Army are proposing to rescind the 2015 Clean Water Rule and revert to the previous definition of "waters of the United States" to provide regulatory certainty for states, farmers, and businesses, following a directive from a Presidential Executive Order. 2017 2
The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Matt Miltenberger from Nebraska discusses scheduling a phone call for Governor Ricketts regarding proposed National Priorities List (NPL) sites. 2017 2
The email correspondence from the EPA discusses menu selections and dietary preferences for an upcoming event involving the Administrator and staffers, with requests for bios and food orders. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Kyle Roskam, Director of Federal Relations for Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, discusses scheduling a call with the Governor following his recovery from surgery. 2017 4
The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Jayne Millerick from New Hampshire discusses scheduling a meeting with Governor Sununu, with Millerick offering to accommodate the Administrator's preferences for an earlier visit. 2017 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced innovative research projects aimed at addressing priority environmental and human health issues in 14 states, emphasizing partnerships with state agencies and public engagement. 2017 4
The email exchange between Tate Bennett from the EPA and Kyle Roskam, Director of Federal Relations for Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, discusses scheduling a call with Governor Walker. 2017 4
The email correspondence between EPA Associate Administrator Tate Bennett and Georgia officials discusses the EPA's waiver of red-dye diesel requirements to assist Georgia's response to Hurricane Harvey. 2017 2
The email from the Environmental Protection Agency discusses a connection between Tate Bennett, Associate Administrator for Public Engagement, and Tim Phillips from AFP to explore collaboration opportunities and potential events for Administrator Pruitt to address. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Tate Bennett from the EPA discussing a potential visit to New Hampshire in February with Michael Zellem, a policy adviser for Governor Chris Sununu, along with other state officials. 2017 2