Clean Energy Law

JANUARY 13, 2020

In recent LCFS amendments, CARB introduced a new price cap on all LCFS credit transfers and authorized limited future credit borrowing. By Joshua T. Bledsoe , Brian F. McCall , and Kevin A. Homrighausen. On November 21, 2019, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) passed Resolution 19-27 , approving several amendments to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) program designed to foster stability in the LCFS market and promote access to electric vehicle (EV) transportation for disadvantaged and l

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The Energy Law Blog

JANUARY 15, 2020

Since the initiation of climate change litigation several years ago, various state governments and interest groups have filed lawsuits against fossil fuel companies and governing authorities. The current landscape consists of (1) two lawsuits brought by state governments against an oil and gas company alleging investor fraud; (2) numerous cities, counties, and other local governments seeking compensation from fossil fuel companies for climate change related damages; and (3) nine lawsuits brough

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Environment Blog

JANUARY 15, 2020

Native or Indigenous Species. A native plant is one that naturally occurs in a region without being introduced or genetically modified by humans. So the plant evolved in situ, spread there naturally or was carried there by wind, water, birds, animals or other life. Benefits of Native Species. Native plants will be suited to the environment and soils found in their native homes and are much more likely to be able to live in harmony with other naturally occurring plants.

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Eco Coach

JANUARY 14, 2020

If you have implemented a going green project at your organization, you may now be thinking about how to communicate the results to your colleagues. Sharing the details, success and lessons learned of your project with your colleagues will not only inform them about the project and its benefits, but it can lay the groundwork for support of future green projects.

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Vermont Law

JANUARY 14, 2020

Over the past century, gas-powered vehicles have played an important role in everyday American life. Vehicles have long been a primary mode of transportation in the U.S., shaping the nation’s cities, towns, and culture. However, they have also become a major contributor to the air quality and CO2 emissions challenges facing the country. For decades, Congress has sought to mitigate these problems through legislation that empowers administrative agencies to regulate automobile emissions.

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The Energy Law Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

ADV Amendments The annual amendment for ADV Parts 1A (and 1B for state-registered advisers) and the Brochure (ADV Part 2A) is due March 30, 2020 (for firms with year-end fiscal years). These must be filed with the SEC and with the State of Louisiana (or other state[s] of registration) through the IARD. There is no annual amendment required for the Brochure Supplement (Part 2B).

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Vermont Law

JANUARY 14, 2020

PFAS are commonly used chemicals now found throughout the environment. The chemical properties that make PFAS popular (they are resistant to oil, fire, and water) also make them hazardous because they accumulate in the environment and biodegrade very slowly. PFAS are particularly mobile in aquatic environments, and thus create a significant public health risk when they are present in drinking water.

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Vermont Law

JANUARY 14, 2020

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Vermont Law

JANUARY 14, 2020

In October of 2018, Bruce Buchanan etched a message into 60 acres of corn fields on his farm in Fowler, Indiana. From the air, the message read: “Thanks Mr. Trump for E15.”. An aerial photo capturing the message quickly spread on social media, . and the U.S. Agriculture Secretary and the White House . P. ress . S. ecretary eventually shared . the photo.

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