EPA Communications on Environmental Policies

This collection includes correspondence and meetings involving the EPA Administrator discussing environmental issues, industry collaborations, and regulatory changes.

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The document is a letter from Norman, Fox & Co. to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, requesting regulatory relief regarding the importation of p-chlorobenzotrifluoride (PCBTF) due to adverse operational impacts without environmental benefits. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The email from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses appreciation to Maxim Pasik of Watergen for a demonstration of their water-generating device, the Genny, and discusses the potential benefits of the technology. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The Texas Public Policy Foundation submitted an Administrative Petition to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on May 1, 2017, requesting the reconsideration of the 2009 Endangerment Finding that greenhouse gases pose a danger to human health, citing a failure to submit the finding for peer review as required by law. 2017 HQ2017008402716 77
Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a signed photograph and offers to provide advice or insight in future discussions. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reviewing public comments on a proposed cleanup plan for the San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund site in Texas, with a final remedial action decision to be made based on various environmental and community criteria. 2017 HQ2017008402716 6
Chemours' President Mark P. Vergnano thanked EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a meeting discussing the agency's dual role in protecting health and the environment while promoting U.S. investment and job creation, and noted progress on the implementation of changes to the Toxic Substances Control Act. 2017 HQ2017008402716 5
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency responds to Mr. Thomas Blasingame's letter expressing concerns about global warming and suggests exploring the use of steam-electric locomotives as a potential solution. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from the American Petroleum Institute to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses their response to the EPA's intent to reconsider the Final Rule on emission standards for the oil and natural gas sector, originally published in June 2016. 2017 HQ2017008402716 62
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation, represented by L. Joe Cain, expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for speaking at their Annual Meeting and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between farmers and the EPA for environmental protection and economic growth. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt thanks Chris Tytanic for discussing Reliable One Resources' water treatment technology that can remediate contaminated waters during a meeting. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, expresses regret for missing an Executive Order signing related to religious liberty and invites a colleague to connect in Washington, D.C. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The document is a letter from an unidentified individual to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for abolishing CAFE standards and suggesting that this could lead to reduced emissions if accompanied by an increase in the gas tax. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from W. Brad Boney inquires about the status of the appointment for the EPA Region 6 Administrator, indicating that the position is still temporarily filled. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The United States Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses appreciation for a recent meeting with state agriculture leaders and emphasizes the agency's goal to re-establish trust and confidence at the state level. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The document is an open letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expressing opposition to the existence of the EPA and urging its dismantling, citing examples of alleged overreach and mismanagement by the agency. 2017 HQ2017008402716 6
The Premier of Saskatchewan wrote to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to discuss collaboration on North American energy development, emphasizing carbon capture and storage technology, and inviting him to visit Saskatchewan to learn more about their advancements in this area. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The EPA Administrator expresses gratitude to various utility executives for their participation in a roundtable discussion regarding the Clean Power Plan and emphasizes the importance of their input on air quality and emissions controls. 2017 HQ2017008402716 13
The email from K. Scon, an Administrator, expresses gratitude to Libby Rosenbaum for recognition at the ACYPL Honors Evening and offers support for the organization's mission to promote civility in politics. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Robert Cribb informs EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt that he and the EPA have won the Golden Padlock Award from Investigative Reporters & Editors for being a secretive government agency that has avoided public disclosure of information. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from R.D. Farr of Chapman Ranch to Scott Pruitt, Administrator of the US EPA, expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding the contamination at Bird Creek in Osage County, Oklahoma, and conveys confidence in the EPA's commitment to address the issue. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses gratitude to Barry Hart, CEO of the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives, for a productive visit and meeting with the executive team. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator responds to a letter regarding the decision to deny a petition to ban chlorpyrifos, emphasizing the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with agricultural needs while continuing to evaluate the pesticide under existing regulations. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, E. Scott Pruitt, expresses gratitude to Australian Minister for the Environment and Energy, Josh Frydenberg, for his visit and accepts an invitation to visit Australia to discuss coal sector regulation and cooperative federalism. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Brad Lyle to Scott Pruitt expresses gratitude for Pruitt's attendance at a town hall meeting in Oklahoma regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) and highlights positive feedback from attendees. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has decided to reconsider and potentially revise the 2015 Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category in response to petitions from the Utility Water Act Group and the U.S. Small Business Administration. 2017 HQ2017008402716 6
The email correspondence from the Environmental Protection Agency discusses a letter addressed to President Trump regarding concerns about global warming and promoting steam-electric locomotives that do not produce greenhouse gases, with a request for comments from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402716 5
The email from Scott Piu, an administrator, expresses regret for missing a meeting with Joe O'Rourke of The Mosaic Company due to illness and indicates a willingness to tour their Florida facilities in the future. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is addressing concerns regarding the disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCR) in Puerto Rico by taking actions against multiple landfills and enforcing compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and the Clean Water Act. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The Colorado Petroleum Council is urging the U.S. EPA to pause deadlines for Section 114 information requests to align with President Trump's Executive Order promoting energy independence and to respect states' roles in environmental law administration. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The email from the EPA Administrator to Ted McKinney, Chair of the NASDA Committee, expresses appreciation for a recent meeting and emphasizes the EPA's goal to rebuild trust with state-level officials. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The emails from Brian Hope to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt express alarm over the decision to bar three confirmed speakers from a conference on climate change, criticizing it as scientific censorship and urging continued engagement on climate issues by the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email correspondence involves Angstrom Technologies expressing concerns to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt about delays and denials from the EPA affecting their manufacturing process, highlighting the need for more business-friendly practices. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from MIT's Vice President for Research, Maria Zuber, to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt addresses concerns regarding the misrepresentation of MIT's 2015 study in White House talking points related to the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. 2017 HQ2017008402716 4
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses gratitude to Dan Sullivan of the Grand River Dam Authority for their meeting and emphasizes the agency's commitment to rebuilding trust with the industry while balancing economic growth and environmental protection. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The document consists of thank-you letters from EPA Administrator K. Scott Pruitt to various Iowa stakeholders, expressing appreciation for their hospitality and the opportunity to discuss the impact of EPA policies on local communities during recent events. 2017 HQ2017008402716 7
The letter from Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, Jim Carr, to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses collaboration between the U.S. and Canada on resource development and environmental protection, emphasizing cooperation on energy programs and upcoming meetings. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email from Brian Hope at the EPA expresses strong opposition to the reversal of regulations aimed at detecting gas leaks, including methane, criticizing the decision as prioritizing corporate interests over public health. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The letter from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt outlines the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth, emphasizing priorities such as improving water infrastructure and regulatory certainty. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The document consists of emails from the Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, dated May 14, 2017, expressing gratitude for meetings with industry leaders from CalPortland Company, the Portland Cement Association, and Lehigh Hanson, while emphasizing the EPA's goal to re-establish trust and confidence within the industry. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
Rod D. Martin expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his remarks at the Council for National Policy and appreciates his contributions to Southern Seminary, highlighting the importance of seminary education for the Southern Baptist Convention. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The Texas Public Policy Foundation submitted an Administrative Petition to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on May 1, 2017, requesting the reconsideration of the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding due to alleged failure to comply with peer review requirements. 2017 HQ2017008402716 34
The email from Robert Helminiak of SOCMA expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a meeting discussing the specialty chemical industry's concerns and highlights positive developments regarding the elimination of TSCA Pre-Manufacture Notices and progress on the RMP rule. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency expresses appreciation to Kentucky's Secretary of Energy and Environment for a recent meeting and offers continued support for any concerns or issues. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator emphasizes the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth, prioritizing improvements in water infrastructure, and adhering to regulatory processes for vehicle emissions and fuel economy standards. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The document consists of thank-you letters from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to various business executives, expressing gratitude for their participation in the Food Loss and Waste Event at Eataly World in Italy. 2017 HQ2017008402716 9
State Representative Carl W. Newton of Oklahoma is reaching out to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to recommend a constituent's clean-burning flare pipe project that meets EPA standards and seeks industry guidance. 2017 HQ2017008402716 6
The document is an Executive Summary from the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, detailing annual reports on environmental monitoring, radioactive waste disposal, and occupational safety, highlighting the program's commitment to public health and safety, and noting successful collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency. 2017 HQ2017008402716 12
The email from Christopher Hessler of AJW, Inc. to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt expresses gratitude for a meeting on May 4, 2017, discussing the air pollution control industry and outlines plans for future collaboration and actions by the Institute of Clean Air Companies (ICAC). 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The EPA is urged to personally engage in the review of Chemours' NPDES permit for its Fayetteville, NC facility due to concerns over the discharge of the toxic substance GenX into the Cape Fear River, which poses risks to public drinking water and has been linked to potential carcinogenic effects. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Thomas Kuhn of the Edison Electric Institute to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses 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 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Tony Petrucci to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses a manufacturing concern related to europium sensitization and requests assistance from the EPA. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The email from Joseph Nassif to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discusses the need for reform in the Superfund program under CERCLA, suggesting the formation of a panel with experienced stakeholders to improve efficiency and effectiveness in addressing environmental cleanup efforts. 2017 HQ2017008402716 1
The document consists of emails from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt expressing appreciation for a meeting with the American Institute of Architects and outlining the EPA's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
Honeywell executives express gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for a meeting to discuss critical policy issues, emphasizing the importance of support for the SNAP rules and the Montreal Protocol Kigali amendment to foster American competitiveness in hydrofluorocarbon replacement technologies. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
The email from Ed McCabe to EPA officials raises concerns about the Ohio EPA's lack of duty to disclose environmental and financial information related to the "Nightmare on Irwin St." site, suggesting potential misrepresentation and calling for a review of the EPA's accountability to protect public safety and welfare. 2017 HQ2017008402716 4
The document is a letter from conservation leaders to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing support for collaboration between the USDA and EPA to enhance economic and environmental outcomes through sustainable forest management and wood utilization policies. 2017 HQ2017008402716 3
BP America, Inc. Chairman John C. Minge expressed strong opposition to moving the point of obligation under the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard to blenders, advocating instead for reform of the RFS and a reduction in blending requirements in a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The email correspondence involves Tony Petrucci from Angstrom Technologies requesting the attendance of a staff member from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt's office at a scheduled meeting on December 12, 2017, to help resolve ongoing issues with the EPA team they have been working with. 2017 HQ2017008402716 2
The IPC--Association Connecting Electronics Industries is urging EPA Administrator-Designee Scott Pruitt to address regulatory burdens on manufacturers to enhance competitiveness and encourage recycling of industrial byproducts. 2016 HQ2017008402716 6
The document is a petition from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Association of Global Automakers to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency, requesting a Direct Final Rule to address inconsistencies and inefficiencies between the Corporate Average Fuel Economy and greenhouse gas emissions regulations. 2016 HQ2017008402716 22
The Texas Oil & Gas Association expressed gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his participation in their Lone Star Energy Forum and praised his leadership in promoting science-based environmental policies that support job growth and energy security. 1910 HQ2017008402716 2
The Texas Oil & Gas Association expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his participation in their Lone Star Energy Forum and supports his leadership in promoting science-based environmental policy. 1910 HQ2017008402716 1
The Texas Oil & Gas Association expresses gratitude to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for his participation in their Lone Star Energy Forum and supports his leadership in promoting science-based environmental policy. 1910 HQ2017008402716 1
The email from Micheal W. Shannon, Executive Director of PREDCI, to Scott Pruitt of the Environmental Protection Agency expresses concerns about the WOTUS rule, labeling it an economic threat to rural businesses and urging the EPA to create a more reasonable regulation that considers stakeholder input. HQ2017008402716 2
The document consists of emails from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt thanking various individuals for the opportunity to speak at their Board of Directors meetings and expressing a desire to rebuild trust in the agency while balancing economic growth and environmental protection. HQ2017008402716 22
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Administrator expresses gratitude for public support and outlines the agency's commitment to balancing environmental protection with economic growth through the Back-to-Basics agenda. HQ2017008402716 1
The document is a thank-you letter from Fred S. Morgan, President and CEO of the Oklahoma State Chamber, to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, expressing appreciation for his participation in their Annual Fly-In meeting. HQ2017008402716 4
The email from the American Public Gas Association expresses support for specific nominations to the Environmental Protection Agency's Science Advisory Board, addressed to Administrator Scott Pruitt. HQ2017008402716 4
The Edison Electric Institute expresses support to the EPA for improving federal environmental policy, particularly regarding the implementation of coal combustion residuals regulations, and encourages expedited state permit program approvals and revisions to the federal CCR rule. HQ2017008402716 5
The emails from EPA Administrator E. Scott Pruitt express appreciation for meetings with members of the National Rural Water Association, discussing the EPA's new direction and the goal of rebuilding trust with the rural water industry. HQ2017008402716 11
The letter from EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to Texas Oil and Gas Association President D. Todd Staples expresses gratitude for a license plate gift and indicates Pruitt's intention to display it in his office. HQ2017008402716 2