Clean AirMethane EmissionsPower Sector EPA Finalizes Weakened Standards for OOOO Rules Rule loosens requirements for flares and vent gas. EPA states the revisions are intended to provide flexibility to oil and gas operators. April 10, 2026
Administrative LawDeregulatory ResourcesNatural Resources Law Endangered Species Committee Exempts Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf Based on National Security Finding Security determination states that effects of litigation by environmental organizations causes uncertainty that threatens military operations and readiness. April 3, 2026
Corporate Climate RiskStudents Global Climate Disclosure Regimes Key features of international disclosure policies. March 25, 2026
Clean AirDeregulatory Resources EPA Rejects Colorado’s Regional Haze Plan Over Disputed Coal Plant Closure A quick take on the disapproval of the state’s regional haze SIP revision, including a look at some of the legal arguments raised by commenters against the proposed disapproval. March 18, 2026
Administrative LawNatural Resources Law Federal Court Applies SCOTUS Holding in Corner Post District Court allows challenge and vacates an often-used 1992 Forest Service categorical exclusion in Oregon Wild v. U.S. Forest Service. February 20, 2026
Clean Cars NHTSA Proposes Significantly Weakened Vehicle Fuel Economy Standards A look at NHTSA’s proposal and the issues we’ll be watching as it’s finalized. January 9, 2026
Clean Water Proposed Definition of Waters of the United States Summary of changes to the rule. January 8, 2026
Administrative LawDeregulatory Resources Federal Court Vacates Wind Energy Authorization Pause Case represents a win for challenger states, the wind industry, and for those in favor of limitations on presidential power. December 16, 2025
Corporate Climate Risk Eighth Circuit Says SEC Must Defend or Revise Climate Risk Disclosure Rule October 8, 2025
