Changes to Renewable Fuel Standards Proposed

This group discusses requests and actions related to modifying the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to support independent refiners and address exemptions for biofuel blending.

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing supplemental information provided by National Sorghum Producers regarding their renewable fuel pathway petition for sorghum oil, aiming for expedited approval based on precedents from previous approvals. 2017
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Justin Schwab
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The email from Mat Lapinski to Ryan Jackson at the EPA requests a meeting with Administrator Pruitt on behalf of HollyFrontier to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) following a previous conversation. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie discusses scheduling a follow-up meeting with EPA and DOE officials to review the scoring of small refinery hardship petitions under the Renewable Fuel Standard based on a 2011 DOE study. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses the EPA's impending release of a proposed rule for biofuel volume mandates for 2018, maintaining conventional ethanol volumes at 15 billion gallons and increasing advanced biofuels to 4.38 billion gallons, while highlighting potential delays in finalizing the rule by the November 30 deadline. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence involves the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality and the U.S. EPA discussing scheduling a meeting regarding a Mid-Level Ethanol Test, with multiple participants coordinating available dates and times. 2017
ED_002061_00126094
Troy Lyons
2
John Cochlin from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to support a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners by shifting the point of obligation for blending renewable fuels. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
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The Renewable Fuels Association requested the EPA, led by Administrator Scott Pruitt, to expand the scope and geographic coverage of the fuel waiver issued in response to Hurricane Harvey's impact on the national fuel supply. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email from Mimi Braniff at the EPA discusses a letter from the Governor of Pennsylvania to President Trump requesting a waiver from the Renewable Fuel Standard due to economic harm to the oil refining sector in the Northeast. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
Robert Walther, Vice President of POET LLC, is requesting a meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and POET CEO Jeff Broin to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard and related proposals affecting Midwestern rural economic development. 2017
ED_002061_00111385
2 Tier
1
The email correspondence involves Blake Barfield from HollyFrontier discussing a meeting with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA to follow up on Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) matters. 2017
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Bill Wehrum
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Brice Raatz is urging the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners with compliance costs while benefiting larger oil companies. 2017
ED_002061_00025381
13 Tier
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The email from Robert Sharp to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence from the EPA's Office of the Administrator discusses scheduling requests for meetings with various stakeholders, including representatives from labor unions and the Renewable Fuels Association, with a follow-up planned for early May. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from the EPA discusses Administrator Pruitt's commitment to uphold the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) objectives following a call with Governor Reynolds and meetings with several Senators, indicating ongoing collaboration with RFS stakeholders. 2017
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13 Tier
2
The email from Alex Ifkovits to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the negative impact on independent refiners and the potential loss of up to 150,000 jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email exchange between William Wehrum and Christian Rodrick discusses the submission of a Notice of Data Availability (NoDA) related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 2017
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Aaron Ringel
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The EPA issued a waiver allowing the sale of gasoline with 15 percent ethanol in 12 states and the District of Columbia to address fuel shortages caused by Hurricane Harvey. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Jerrold M. Jung to Samantha Dravis at the Environmental Protection Agency discusses the analysis of the Renewable Identification Number (RIN) market and proposed reforms to the ethanol mandate, including potential legislative changes in Congress regarding RIN pricing and compliance. 2017 1
The email from Enesta Jones at the EPA addresses a request from Michaela Campbell regarding updates to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) announcements, providing a link to the finalized 2018 renewable fuel standards. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses scheduling a meeting on May 18, 2017, regarding an op-ed submission related to ethanol that Jerry Jung wants to discuss with Administrator Pruitt. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The Nebraska Governor's Office, led by Chief of Staff Matt Miltenberger, is coordinating a conference call with various stakeholders to discuss a testing exemption for mid-level ethanol blends as requested by EPA Administrator Pruitt. 2017
ED_002061_00126632
Troy Lyons
1
The email from Patty Williams to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits, which currently disadvantages independent refiners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Growth Energy invites EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to speak at their 2017 Advocacy Conference on September 12th, focusing on biofuels policy and the Renewable Fuel Standard. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Eric Wilson to the EPA Press discusses the need to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners and the potential loss of 75,000-150,000 jobs. 2017
ED_002061_00025219
13 Tier
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The email from Leslie Phipps to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners and the potential loss of up to 150,000 jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Joe Morgan from PBF Energy urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners and threaten their viability. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email correspondence discusses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt securing Senator Deb Fischer's support for Bill Wehrum's nomination as EPA air chief following a meeting about the Renewable Fuel Standard, despite concerns from biofuels supporters. 2017
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The email from Rainer Bass to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Chester Henson to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the point of obligation for the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Kim Kruse to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Jessica Simer to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Tate Bennett at the EPA discusses a request from Kathy Bergren of the National Corn Growers Association for contact information regarding EPA policy staff to address ethanol policy issues, specifically the RVP waiver for ethanol blends and updating the lifecycle analysis for ethanol. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email exchange between Troy Lyons of the EPA and Matt Miltenberger from the Nebraska Governor's office discusses a request for an update on a fleet pilot project using ethanol blends up to E30, similar to a previously approved project for South Dakota. 2017
ED_002061_00139888
Troy Lyons
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Rick Smith urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs by alleviating the financial burden on independent refiners who must purchase credits for renewable fuel blending they do not perform. 2017
ED_002061_00023800
13 Tier
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Randie Jones from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for changing the point of obligation in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard to protect American jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
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The email from Michelle Caudle to Brittany Bolen urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent U.S. refiners by moving the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
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The email from Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses concerns regarding new biofuel exemption prospects for small oil refineries, highlighting the potential impact on compliance obligations for larger refiners following a recent court decision and congressional direction. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York has subpoenaed former White House adviser Carl Icahn regarding his involvement in efforts to change the federal biofuels program, as disclosed in a filing by Icahn Enterprises. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email correspondence between Nebraska officials and the EPA discusses the status of a request to conduct a fleet pilot project using ethanol blends up to E30, with an emphasis on seeking updates and coordination for the initiative. 2017
ED_002061_00127403
Troy Lyons
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
ED_002061_00126291
Troy Lyons
2
The email from Charles Brittingham to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a letter addressed to Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding stakeholder input on the proposed 2018 Renewable Volume Obligation for the Renewable Fuel Standard, emphasizing the importance of the RFS for the commercialization of cellulosic biofuels. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The email from the EPA discusses a media request regarding a lawsuit filed by the Sierra Club against the EPA for failing to submit environmental impact reports on renewable fuel, with the agency indicating they will review the complaint and respond appropriately. 2017
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13 Tier
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Robert Sharp from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners, as the current system unfairly burdens them with compliance costs. 2017
ED_002061_00084141
Brittany Bolen
1
The email correspondence involves Blake Barfield from HollyFrontier coordinating a meeting with Mandy Gunasekara from the EPA to discuss Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) matters during a visit to Washington, D.C. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
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The email correspondence between Bethany Davis of Boyden Gray Associates and Sydney Hupp of the EPA discusses the logistics for a meeting on free-market biofuel policy scheduled for April 25, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Charles Brittingham to Ryan Jackson at the EPA discusses a letter addressed to Administrator Scott Pruitt regarding stakeholder input on the proposed 2018 Renewable Volume Obligation for the Renewable Fuel Standard, emphasizing the importance of the RFS for the commercialization of cellulosic biofuels. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
John Thomason is urging the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs at independent U.S. refiners, which are unfairly burdened by current regulations that favor larger oil companies and convenience store chains. 2017
ED_002061_00024914
13 Tier
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Antonio Gomez from HollyFrontier urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners who must purchase blending credits despite lacking blending capabilities. 2017
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Michael Abboud
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Mike Kaighn from Monroe Energy urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs for independent refiners, highlighting the unfair burden placed on them compared to larger companies. 2017
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13 Tier
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The email from the EPA discusses a 15-day comment period related to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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Brad Wignall is urging the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs for independent refiners by moving the point of obligation, as current rules unfairly burden them with compliance costs. 2017
ED_002061_00025297
13 Tier
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The D.C. Circuit Court ruled against the EPA's use of a waiver to reduce conventional ethanol volumes for 2014-2016, stating that fears of inadequate demand do not justify the waiver, thereby affirming the agency's authority to set biofuel requirements despite missing statutory deadlines. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email from Dina Diehm to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the point of obligation for the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect jobs at independent refiners, highlighting the negative impact of current regulations on small refiners and their employees. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between EPA officials and representatives from the Bockomy Group confirms a meeting scheduled for March 30, 2017, with Administrator Scott Pruitt and members of POET, a biofuels company. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 9
The email from Mimi Braniff at the EPA discusses a letter from the Governor of Pennsylvania to President Trump requesting a waiver from the Renewable Fuel Standard due to economic harm to the oil refining sector in the Northeast. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The document is an undeliverable email notification from the EPA regarding a proposed rule for Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for 2018, indicating that the message could not be delivered due to a policy violation or system error. 2017
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Tate Bennett
4
The email from the EPA discusses the Administrator's signature of a Notice of Data Availability (NODA) regarding proposed reductions to the Renewable Fuel Volume Standards for 2018 and Biomass Based Diesel volumes for 2019, inviting public comment on specific issues related to the proposed rule. 2017
ED_002061_00129490
Troy Lyons
1
Shana Olivas from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
The email from Doug Whitehead to EPA Administrator Pruitt expresses gratitude for a meeting regarding the biodiesel industry, highlighting its job support and production capabilities under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule on July 5, 2017, to set the minimum renewable fuel volumes for 2018 under the Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) program, maintaining levels similar to 2017 due to growth limitations in cellulosic and advanced biofuels. 2017
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Tate Bennett
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The email from Efren Hernandez to Brittany Bolen urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners by moving the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
The emails from Thomas Mefford and Troy McLaughlin to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urge the agency to change the implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard to prevent job losses among independent refiners due to unfair crediting practices. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Jeff Clark urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs for independent refiners, who are adversely affected by the current regulations that favor larger oil companies and convenience store chains. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email correspondence between Brendan Williams of PBF Energy and Hayley Ford of the EPA discusses a meeting request with Administrator Pruitt to address solutions for escalating Renewable Identification Number (RIN) costs related to the 2018 Renewable Fuel Standard. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 3
The document is a letter from the U.S. Senate Committee to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, urging him to consider the Secretary of Energy's recommendations regarding hardship exemptions for small refineries under the Renewable Fuel Standard. 2017
ED_002061_00173871
Bill Wehrum
3
The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials Mandy Gunasekara and Alexander Dominguez discusses Pennsylvania Energy Solutions' request for the EPA to use its waiver authority regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and seeks to schedule a call for feedback on the petition. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Mark Cunningham urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs for independent refiners, highlighting the unfair burden placed on them compared to larger companies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Robert Shipman urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, arguing that current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners while benefiting larger oil companies and convenience store chains. 2017
ED_002061_00025239
13 Tier
1
The email from Byron Brown at the EPA discusses a follow-up on the biogenic CO2 issue raised by John Bode of the Corn Refiners Association, who is seeking to connect with the appropriate person at the agency after a discussion with Administrator Pruitt. 2017
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Byron Brown
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The email from Matthew Pierscher to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the negative impact on independent refiners and the potential loss of up to 150,000 jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Matthew Pierscher urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners who must purchase credits for renewable fuel blending they do not perform. 2017
ED_002061_00025595
13 Tier
1
Diane Davis urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs at independent refiners, highlighting the unfair burden placed on them compared to larger companies. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The emails from Steve Fitzpatrick and Kane Hittie to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urge the agency to change the implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard to prevent job losses among independent refiners by moving the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 5
The EPA is scheduled to meet with the Association of American Railroads and Steptoe & Johnson LLP on June 14, 2017, to discuss the point of obligation under the Renewable Fuels Standard, as requested by the AAR, which represents major freight railroads. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The email discusses a meeting scheduled between the EPA and marine engine manufacturing executives to address ethanol policy and regulatory relief, with participants including industry leaders and representatives from the National Marine Manufacturers Association. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
The email from Mandy Gunasekara at the EPA discusses a confidential business information (CBI) related to the scoring of Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) hardship petitions, in the context of the Sierra Club v. EPA case. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The emails from David Reitz and Jared Boatman to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urge the agency to change the implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard to prevent job losses among independent refiners by moving the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 6
Kyle Rogers urges the EPA to change the point of obligation for the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners and the potential loss of 75,000 to 150,000 jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
Frank Bernardo from HollyFrontier urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners, highlighting the unfair burden placed on them compared to larger companies that blend more fuel. 2017
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Michael Abboud
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Matthew Roush urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners who must purchase credits for renewable fuel blending they do not perform. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Carolyn Inge details a meeting organized by the EPA with the National Biodiesel Board to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and biodiesel, scheduled for May 17, 2017. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Michael Bones from HollyFrontier urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs, as current regulations unfairly burden independent refiners with compliance costs while benefiting larger companies. 2017
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Michael Abboud
1
The email from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency discusses Administrator Pruitt's intention to sign a Federal Register notice proposing the 2018 renewable fuel standard volume levels to meet the statutory deadline. 2017
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Tate Bennett
1
The email from LeAnn Johnson Koch of Perkins Coie to EPA officials discusses a draft waiver petition for Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refining and Marketing LLC, seeking relief from 2017 Renewable Fuel Standard volume obligations due to economic harm. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Sara Starr from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for changing the point of obligation in the Renewable Fuel Standard to protect American jobs in the refining industry, as current regulations disproportionately burden independent refiners. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
The emails from Chas Graf and Jarrett Keck to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urge the agency to change the implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard to alleviate the financial burden on independent refiners, which could jeopardize American jobs. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
Rickey Applegate from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners and the potential loss of up to 150,000 jobs. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
Magellan Midstream Partners submitted comments to the EPA regarding the Renewable Fuel Standard Program, specifically addressing projections for E0 fuel demand in 2018. 2017
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Kenneth Wagner
4
The email correspondence between Josh Mathis from the House of Representatives and Ryan Jackson from the EPA discusses a request for a meeting regarding Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues from Stacey Dion, a Managing Director at the Carlyle Group, which owns a refinery in Pennsylvania. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Deputy Secretary, Steve Censky, is seeking information from the EPA regarding small refinery hardship waivers for the 2017 compliance year, following a commitment from Administrator Pruitt to provide the requested information. 2017
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Josh Mathis from Rep. Frank Lucas's office is requesting assistance from Ryan Jackson at the EPA for Stacey Dion of the Carlyle Group, who seeks to discuss Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) issues related to their refinery in Pennsylvania. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The email from Meghan Smith of Bockorny Group to Michelle Hale requests a meeting between EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and POET CEO Jeff Broin to discuss rural economic development issues and the Renewable Fuel Standard on March 29 or 30, 2017. 2017
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2 Tier
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Constance Chan from HollyFrontier urges Brittany Bolen to advocate for a change in the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to protect American jobs by shifting the point of obligation for refiners, as current policies disproportionately burden independent refiners. 2017
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Brittany Bolen
1
The email from Rickey Applegate to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urges the agency to change the Renewable Fuel Standard regulations to prevent job losses among independent refiners by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending credits. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator E. Scott Pruitt informed several U.S. Senators about the decision to deny a petition to change the "point of obligation" for the Renewable Fuel Standard and confirmed that the final Renewable Volume Obligation rule will be issued by November 30, 2017. 2017
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Troy Lyons
2
Frank Bernardo urges the EPA to change the Renewable Fuel Standard's point of obligation to protect American jobs in the refining industry, highlighting the unfair burden on independent refiners. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 1
The emails involve Sydney Hupp from the EPA coordinating a meeting with Administrator Pruitt regarding Coca-Cola and discussing 2016 Renewable Fuel Standard production numbers with Larry Ziemba and Jeff Reamy. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The email discusses concerns from two Republican senators on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee regarding Bill Wehrum's nomination to lead the EPA's air office, particularly related to his stance on biofuels policy, ahead of a crucial meeting with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt that could influence the nomination's outcome. 2017
ED_002061_00129068
Troy Lyons
1
The EPA's Brendan Williams informs colleagues about the current status of RIN generation for cellulosic and advanced biofuels, indicating that both D3 and D5 RIN generation are significantly below required levels, which could complicate compliance with next year's Renewable Volume Obligations (RVO). 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 4
The emails from Robert Courtney and Harry Moore to Samantha Dravis at the EPA urge the agency to change the implementation of the Renewable Fuel Standard to prevent job losses among independent refiners by shifting the point of obligation for renewable fuel blending. 2017 EPA-HQ-2017-008402 2