November/December 2014

Environment

A match made in heaven? Co-development on the Outer Continental Shelf off the coast of New York

Benjamin Nussdorf

A liquefied natural gas terminal project and a wind farm project compete for space in the Atlantic Ocean. Their co-development could exemplify an “all of the above” energy strategy.

Environment

Evolving global chemical management programs and why they matter

Lynn L. Bergeson

As the U.S. explores changes to its chemical management regulations, other nations are similarly engaged. The result is highly inconsistent and constantly changing global policy.

Environment

EPA’s latest final 316(b) rule: The continuing saga of fish, facilities, and keeping the lights on

Winston K. Borkowski

EPA issued its latest regulation implementing Clean Water Act section 316(b). As with past pronouncements on this topic, this latest issuance is unlikely to escape controversy.

Environment

Waters, waters everywhere: Does the proposed definition of waters of the United States expand the Clean Water Act’s reach?

EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have published proposed revisions to the definition of which water bodies qualify as “waters of the United States” under the CWA.

Environment

The Supreme Court’s Homer Decision: A gift to EPA or a Trojan horse?

Brian H. Potts and Richard G. Stoll

EPA’s Homer Supreme Court victory blesses basic approach to cross-state air pollution control, but may leave EPA vulnerable in some states on critical issues left for D.C. Circuit.

Environment

In Brief

Theodore L. Garrett

A summary of recent environment, energy, and resources decisions at the federal level.

Environment

Views from the Chair: Confirming our value to our members

Steven T. Miano

The Section chair reflects on the 22nd Fall Conference and the value of Section membership.

Environment

People on the Move

James R. Arnold

Keep up with your fellow Section members' moves.