Articles by J.J. Smith

The Crescent Valley project could generate up to 30 megawatts, which is enough to power over 33,000 homes, BLM says.

The lack of an overall risk-based approach has resulted in municipalities and states establishing different water-quality parameters, including for E coli or fecal coliform that have been “highly variable."

EWAB says “Several factors must be prioritized to ensure production strength for the oil, natural gas, and geothermal industries.”

This funding helps farmers apply nutrients more efficiently, safeguarding the long-term health and sustainability of Lake Erie.

“By responsibly developing energy resources on public lands, we’re (the BLM) helping to secure a reliable, diverse energy future for the nation while supporting jobs and local economies,” Groffy said.

The EPA says “some stakeholders have raised questions about applications of the 2023 rule’s scope of certification.” 

Under the current regulations, PHMSA must publish a rulemaking periodically to update the list as a companion action to EPA rulemakings that make changes to the list of CERCLA hazardous substances.

Cal/OSHA strengthened worker-heat-protections by mandating specific requirements from employers, including worker rest breaks in shaded areas without risk of retaliation.

With one of the biggest questions facing the use of PFAS filters being how to dispose of such filters once they are filled, Ryan Moore said “For our system, we don't necessarily have to do anything (related to) disposal.”

The notice says the DWGP (drinking water general permit) provides coverage for discharges of wastewater from drinking water treatment processes.