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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The email exchange involves Lorrie Hecker of Hess Corporation facilitating a connection between Jon Sanford, who is seeking an appointment as EPA Region 1 Administrator, and Troy Lyons, the Manager of Federal Government Affairs at Hess, as part of Sanford's efforts to promote his resume within the EPA. 2017 2
The email correspondence between BP's Mary Streett and EPA's Samantha Dravis discusses scheduling a meeting between BP's Head of Downstream and Administrator Pruitt. 2017 3
The email from Jan Gorospe to Albert Kelly at the EPA discusses the water contamination crisis in East Chicago, Indiana, and requests support for providing 29,000 residents with an Alkaline water system to filter heavy metals and improve public health. 2017 5
The email exchange between Albert Kelly of the EPA and Steve Risotto from the American Chemistry Council discusses scheduling a meeting to talk about EPA policy regarding TCE remediation. 2017 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Land and Emergency Management responds to concerns raised by the American Chemistry Council regarding the implementation of a 2014 memorandum on early cleanup actions for trichloroethylene (TCE) exposure at contaminated sites, affirming the use of the TCE IRIS assessment for risk evaluations. 2017 2
The email exchange between Robert Genovese of BP and Albert Kelly discusses scheduling a call to address groundwater testing and environmental risks at the USS Lead site in East Chicago, following their previous discussions on Superfund sites. 2017 2
The American Chemistry Council is requesting the EPA's Office of Land and Emergency Management to suspend the implementation of a 2014 policy memo regarding short-term exposure to trichloroethylene in indoor air due to concerns about its scientific basis and inconsistent application across regions, while a risk evaluation is conducted by the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. 2017 2
The document is a Supreme Court case from Montana involving Atlantic Richfield Company as the petitioner against the Montana Second Judicial District Court regarding a petition for a writ of supervisory control, with various legal representatives and amicus curiae involved, decided on December 29, 2017. 2017 38
The email from Raymond Ludwiszewski discusses concerns regarding the Gelman site in Ann Arbor, Michigan, highlighting that Region V of the EPA has decided to assign a dedicated staffer despite the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's assertion that federal involvement is unnecessary. 2017 3
Patrick Davis from the EPA is following up with the Policy Office regarding the status of the Off-Site Waste Recovery Operations (OSWRO) rule after a request from Leslie Hulse of the American Chemistry Council to expedite a final settlement for reconsideration of the rule. 2017 2
Patrick Davis from the EPA confirmed a lunch meeting with Drew Kramer and Andy Berger at Wynkoop Brewery in Denver on January 9, 2018, following their previous correspondence about scheduling. 2017 2
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is requesting additional information from the Environmental Protection Agency to complete formal consultation on the effects of reregistering chlorpyrifos, malathion, and diazinon under the Endangered Species Act, specifically seeking revised effects analyses that incorporate current scientific data and predict future usage impacts. 2017 2
The email from Hayley Ford at the EPA confirms the attendee list for a meeting scheduled on November 15, 2017, with Rashid G. Hallaway and others regarding their visit to the agency. 2017 1
The document lists attendees from various energy companies and associations at an EPA meeting on November 15, 2017, organized by the ACCCE. 2017 1
The email from Rashid G. Hallaway to EPA staff provides an updated list of confirmed attendees for a meeting scheduled for November 15, 2017, regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating a meeting on November 15, 2017, with confirmed attendees and logistical details for their visit. 2017 1
David Dunlap from Koch Industries is requesting a phone conversation with Layne Bangerter regarding water issues following the appointment of Mr. Pruitt as head of the EPA. 2017 1
The document details a scheduled informational interview between Richard Yamada and Anglique Hawk on October 17, 2017, at the Ronald Reagan Building, as part of a discussion about Yamada's career choices. 2017 1
The document is an invitation from Brandon Walters to Richard Yamada to collaborate on a shared folder related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating ongoing legal proceedings involving the Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 1
The email from Danielle Branch to Richard Yamada discusses an invitation to collaborate on a shared Google Drive folder related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Danielle Branch invites Richard Yamada to collaborate on a Google Drive folder for sharing materials related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from the EPA notifies Richard Yamada of the creation of his new account at ordweb.epa.gov, providing account details and a link to sign in. 2017 1
The document is a Google Calendar invitation confirming a call between Senator Sullivan and David Ross scheduled for October 16, 2017, organized by Troy Lyons. 2017 1
The document is a calendar invitation for a conference call between Lee Forsgren from the EPA and Clay Kane from the University of Michigan scheduled for October 20, 2017. 2017 1
The email exchange between Lee Forsgren of the EPA and Donald Itzkoff from GE Corporate discusses Forsgren's new contact information following his recent appointment as Deputy Assistant Administrator in the Office of Water. 2017 2
The email exchange involves the EPA discussing the Clean Water Act Small Vessel NPDES General Permit, with Khary Cauthen from API seeking clarification on which permit applies to certain vessels, and Lee Forsgren offering to provide the necessary information. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Deidre Duncan from Hunton & Williams LLP inviting Lee Forsgren, Deputy Assistant Administrator of the EPA's Office of Water, to speak at the Environmental Law and Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. on November 30, 2017. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves Peter Marcus, a reporter for The Gazette, requesting details about a tour with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Senator Cory Gardner in Durango, coordinated through Amy Graham of the EPA. 2017 13
The document outlines an agenda for a conference hosted in Washington, DC, on November 30, 2017, featuring discussions among key regulators from the US EPA and other agencies on environmental law and policy topics, including air quality, climate change regulation, and land management. 2017 2
The email from Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA's Office of Public Affairs acknowledges a press inquiry from CBS Evening News producer Carrie Rabin regarding a story on the EWG's updated Tap Water Database, which highlights concerns about contaminants in drinking water that exceed health guidelines. 2017 2
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) issued a statement supporting the Republican tax reform plan announced on September 27, 2017, emphasizing the importance of capital recovery provisions for independent oil and natural gas producers to reinvest in the U.S. economy and maintain energy production. 2017 2
The email exchange between Jerry Schwartz of the American Forest and Paper Association and Lee Forsgren of the EPA discusses the urgency of a phone call regarding an unspecified matter. 2017 2
The email from Sarah Greenwalt of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses logistics for a conference call regarding a meeting about the Edwardsport and Pruitt projects. 2017 3
The email from Jahan Wilcox at the EPA addresses a media inquiry from CBS News regarding the rotation of agents in the Protective Security Detail and clarifies that no agents were removed due to any specific incident, while also stating that personnel matters are not commented on. 2017 2
The American Petroleum Institute is inviting lawmakers and policymakers to its 2018 State of American Energy luncheon to discuss the importance of domestic energy resources and their role in modern society, while ensuring compliance with U.S. Senate and House ethics rules. 2017 2
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) testified before the U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee, emphasizing the need for streamlined regulations to enhance oil and natural gas production on federal lands, which is crucial for economic growth and energy security. 2017 2
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) issued a statement welcoming the U.S. Senate's confirmation of Kevin McIntyre and Richard Glick to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), emphasizing the importance of a full commission for addressing critical infrastructure issues related to natural gas and electricity markets. 2017 2
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) and Western Energy Alliance praised the Department of the Interior's decision to repeal an Obama-era hydraulic fracturing rule, arguing it was costly and unnecessary, and would save companies millions in compliance costs. 2017 2
The email from Tricia Lynn of the U.S. EPA's Office of Public Affairs responds to a CBS Evening News inquiry about the laboratory processing time for drinking water samples and clarifies compliance monitoring under the Lead and Copper Rule. 2017 2
The email from Patrick Davis of the Environmental Protection Agency discusses coordinating a meeting with Tawny Bridgeford of the National Mining Association to address concerns regarding the proposed CERCLA financial responsibility rule for the hardrock mining industry. 2017 2
The email exchange between Leslie Hulse from the American Chemistry Council and Patrick Davis from the EPA discusses a recent meeting regarding the Risk Management Plan (RMP) rule, with Hulse thanking Davis for his participation and sharing slides analyzing EPA's 10-year RMP accidental release data. 2017 2
The email correspondence involves the EPA discussing logistics and estimates related to the transit of loans, with Matt Curran from ARTEX providing an estimate and confirming a Thursday time slot for installation work. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) discussing the scheduling of an installation job with contractors, specifically inquiring about the possibility of rescheduling to Friday evening or Saturday morning. 2017 4
The email exchange among EPA staff and external partners discusses scheduling changes and the cancellation of a meeting, confirming a blocked time from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. 2017 5
The email exchange involves Michelle Hale from the EPA discussing the cancellation of a scheduled event with Matt Curran from ARTEX Fine Art Services, indicating a need to confirm rescheduling for Friday. 2017 3
The email correspondence involves the EPA coordinating with Artex Fine Art Services regarding the transit of loans, confirming the installation of paneled walls, and scheduling a design expert's presence for the project. 2017 3
The email correspondence between Michelle Hale of the EPA and Marnie Funk of Shell discusses a recent meeting with EPA Administrator Pruitt and requests contact information for Shell leadership who attended. 2017 2
The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses the scheduling of a meeting with Administrator Pruitt and requests that Robert Wright fill out an external meeting request form to streamline the process. 2017 2
The email from Maxim Pasik discusses the collaboration between WaterGen and the EPA, led by Mr. Kelly and Mr. Garland, to advance WaterGen technology for clean water production in the U.S., including plans for testing in Cincinnati and deployment to assist hurricane Harvey victims. 2017 2
This document is a brief filed by the West Virginia Coal Association as amicus curiae in support of the federal defendants, Scott Pruitt and Cecil Rodrigues of the EPA, in the case Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition Inc. et al. v. EPA, concerning environmental regulations. 2017 37
The email discusses the successful call regarding the US EPA Administrator's upcoming visit to Australia, mentioning plans to include Chevron in meeting requests and potential corporate meetings with American companies. 2017 11
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled meeting on September 27, 2017, between Lee Forsgren from the EPA and representatives from the Colorado Farm Bureau, including discussions with farmers and ranchers. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding a meeting organized by Lee Forsgren of the EPA with Plumbing Manufacturers International scheduled for September 14, 2017, at the EPA headquarters in Washington, D.C. 2017 1
The document is an email notification from Google Calendar regarding a meeting organized by Lee Forsgren from the EPA with representatives from Colorado, scheduled for September 27, 2017, to discuss unspecified topics. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled conference call with the National Association of Counties (NACo) on September 27, 2017, organized by Lee Forsgren from the EPA, to coordinate discussions ahead of a later meeting. 2017 1
The document is a calendar invitation from the EPA for a conference call on October 6, 2017, with Clay Kane from the University of Michigan regarding a discussion related to naval architecture and marine engineering. 2017 1
The email from the EPA's Lee Forsgren confirms the scheduling of a conference call regarding NACo Proposed Resolutions on September 5, 2017, with attendees including Maryland's Ben Grumbles. 2017 1
The email from the EPA details a scheduled meeting between Lee Forsgren and Colleen Newman on August 21, 2017, at Timgad Cafe regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The document is an email notification from Google Calendar confirming that Lee Forsgren accepted an invitation for a lunch meeting with Ian Kaufman on July 26, 2017, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The document is a calendar notification for a call scheduled on October 24, 2017, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case (18cv3472 NDCA), involving Nancy Beck. 2017 1
The document is a calendar notification for a teleconference scheduled between Nancy Beck and the EPA regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case on October 20, 2017. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled follow-up call on October 25, 2017, involving Nancy Beck from the EPA and other attendees, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled conference call on October 24, 2017, organized by Nancy Beck from the EPA, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email confirms an accepted teleconference appointment between Nancy Beck and the EPA scheduled for October 20, 2017, regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding a meet and greet event organized by Nancy Beck at the EPA, scheduled for September 14, 2017, with Jim Gulliford as the creator. 2017 1
The email from the EPA indicates that Ann Aquillo has declined an invitation for a meeting with Scotts Miracle Grow scheduled for October 5, 2017. 2017 1
The email from the EPA indicates that Nancy Beck has scheduled a meeting with Fern Abrams on January 19, 2018, from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM EST. 2017 1
The document is a calendar invitation for a tentative call regarding a DOI letter, scheduled for December 6, 2017, involving Nancy Beck from the EPA and Todd Willens from the DOI. 2017 1
The email from the EPA's Layne Bangerter confirms a dinner appointment with Lou Esposito scheduled for April 19, 2017, from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding a scheduled visit to discuss the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) by Layne Bangerter and Nephi Cole at the EPA on April 27, 2017. 2017 1
The document is an email notification regarding an accepted interview appointment for Bill Wehrum with The Hill's Tim Cama, scheduled for December 22, 2017, at 10:00 AM EST, involving the EPA. 2017 1
The document is a calendar invitation for a phone interview between Bill Wehrum and lulia Gheorghiu from The Morning Consult, organized by Michael Abboud, scheduled for January 3, 2018. 2017 1
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson discusses a meeting regarding a TSCA Section 5 Chemical notification and the EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics' response to it. 2017 1
The email from Mark Townsend discusses concerns regarding the implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and the challenges faced by the EPA, particularly in distinguishing between research and regulatory functions, while referencing the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Pat Quinn discusses a proposal submitted to the EPA by the Innovation Reform Group, which includes Clorox, P&G, and Reckitt Benckiser, seeking a blanket exemption from tolerance requirements for FDA-approved flavoring ingredients used as fragrance ingredients in antimicrobial food contact pesticides in response to Executive Order 13777. 2017 1
The email from Marie Gargas of the Plastics Industry Association requests a meeting with EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics to discuss the amended Toxic Substances Control Act and related initiatives during their EHS+ Committee meeting on July 25, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence involves Lynn L. Bergeson coordinating a conference call with various stakeholders, including Bob Diderich from OECD, to prepare for the Science Policy Issues Panel at the TSCA Reform - One Year Later program scheduled for June 27, 2017. 2017 1
Lynn L. Bergeson is coordinating a meeting with EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara, Patrick Traylor, and Nancy Beck to discuss an enforcement issue related to inconsistent approaches across EPA Regions 2 and 5. 2017 1
The email exchange between Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, and Pat Quinn discusses scheduling a call regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email from Krista McClease of Squire Patton Boggs requests contact information for Nancy Beck on behalf of Mr. William Norman, who is familiar with her from her time at ACC. 2017 1
The email exchange between Paul DeLeo of the American Cleaning Institute and Nancy Beck of the EPA discusses the transfer of contact information following Beck's assumption of responsibilities after a colleague's retirement. 2017 1
The email exchange between Pat Quinn and Nancy Beck, Deputy Assistant Administrator at the EPA, discusses scheduling a lunch meeting to discuss matters related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Shagufta discusses the enjoyment of popcorn, with no significant agency-related decisions or actions mentioned. 2017 1
The email from Mark W. Townsend to Nancy Beck discusses his belief in being able to assist with TSCA and FIFRA efforts at the EPA, expresses disappointment over the discontinuation of the challenge program, and mentions concerns about misrepresentation in the ChemView task. 2017 1
Lynn L. Bergeson informs Patrick Traylor and Nancy Beck about an upcoming meeting between their client and EPA Region 5 on July 27, which will involve key personnel from the agency regarding the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email discusses scheduling a call among various stakeholders to prepare for the Science Policy Issues Panel at the TSCA Reform - One Year Later program on June 27, 2017. 2017 1
The email correspondence involves the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance discussing a timely enforcement issue related to inconsistent approaches across different regions, with Lynn Bergeson being introduced to Patrick Traylor and Nancy Beck for further discussion. 2017 1
The email from Jamie Conrad to Nancy Beck discusses a follow-up conversation regarding an article related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating ongoing communication between legal counsel and a government official. 2017 1
The email exchange between Nancy Beck of the EPA and Simanco Staley discusses rescheduling a call to 5:15 PM on May 24, 2017, related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 1
The email correspondence involves Lynn Bergeson reaching out to Patrick Traylor and Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA to discuss a timely enforcement issue related to inconsistent enforcement approaches between Region 2 and Region 5. 2017 1
The email from attorney David Weinberg to Nancy Beck and Justin Schwab discusses a follow-up on a letter sent to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding OP Biological Evaluations and seeks to arrange a conversation about the matter. 2017 1
The email from Mark Townsend discusses internal changes at the EPA, expressing concerns about staff opinions and budget issues related to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), while also referencing potential future staff reductions and a legal case involving the Sierra Club. 2017 1
The email from Mark Townsend expresses concern about the direction of the TSCA and FIFRA programs within the EPA, indicating a shift away from regulatory functions towards research, and reflects on the implications of this change. 2017 1
The document is an email from Nancy Beck discussing a risk assessment of chemical substances related to Health Canada. 2017 1
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson to Nancy Beck discusses a follow-up on their meeting regarding the implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and includes a summary of discussion topics in an attached letter. 2017 1
The email correspondence between Nancy Beck and Amy Miller discusses the scheduling of a crop tour in relation to the Ag Commissioners Meeting, with potential arrangements for Beck to attend both events, as part of her role at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2017 1
The email from Mark W. Townsend to Nancy Beck discusses frustrations with the EPA's program management and the lack of accountability and completion of projects, while encouraging Beck to seek meaningful progress amidst challenges. 2017 1
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson to Nancy Beck discusses an urgent commercial need for a product related to a meeting on July 5, and inquires about the status of the resolution being worked on by the EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT). 2017 1
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding a product related to the Sierra Club v. EPA case, indicating excitement about collaboration with the recipients from the EPA. 2017 1
The email from Lynn L. Bergeson to Nancy Beck discusses an agenda update regarding TCSA reform one year later, indicating ongoing regulatory considerations by the EPA. 2017 1