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Archive from 1/9/10
EPA issues draft permit for exploratory wells off Alaska
New York Times
The EPA has granted preliminary approval for Shell to drill three exploratory wells in the Chukchi Sea off Alaska. Shell Inc. welcomed the news but noted that several hurdles remain before drilling this summer…
EPA asks N.J. not to delay water-quality rules
Philadelphia Inquirer
The EPA has asked the New Jersey Legislature not to delay implementation of 2008 water-quality rules that would limit the installation of septic systems and sewer-line expansions…
ND Rep. wants to block EPA carbon dioxide regulation
ABC News
Rep. Earl Pomeroy believes lawmakers suffering "buyer's remorse" over the House's approval of carbon dioxide limits will support his legislation to block the EPA from writing its own restrictions…
Marine groups write to EPA about E15
Trade Only Today
In response to the EPA's pending decision on the Growth Energy waiver petition on E15, the NMMA, sent a letter to administration officials urging them to base their decision on sound, scientific data…
Environmentalists in court to defend EPA ruling
Environment News Service
Two environmental groups have come forward in federal court to defend the Obama administration's new rule limiting air pollutants emitted by medical waste incinerators…