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The EPA repealed regulations limiting greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants, aiming to save industry over $300 billion. The decision faces immediate legal challenges from env
Environmental groups plan to sue after the EPA finalized rules repealing carbon pollution standards for fossil fuel power plants, citing potential tens of thousands of premature deaths over 20 years.
The US EPA is expected to rescind carbon pollution standards for fossil fuel-fired power plants, repealing Biden-era mandates requiring emissions-reduction technologies like carbon capture as part of
US soybean futures reached their highest level since late 2023 following the EPA's announcement of renewable fuel exemptions. The reallocation of exempted volumes to future years boosted demand expect
U.S. ethanol blending credit prices dropped to their lowest level in over four months after the EPA delayed the September compliance deadline. Market participants anticipate significant RIN relief fro
The EPA announced ending summer-blend gasoline requirements two weeks early to boost supply and lower prices. The waiver allows higher volatility gasoline starting September 1 to alleviate supply crun
The EPA considers extending the September 1 Renewable Fuel Standard deadline for refiners due to high renewable credit costs. The move seeks to ease compliance burdens and resolve pending exemption re
The FDA plans to establish allowable PFAS levels in bottled water following EPA updates on drinking water limits, despite rejecting a specific petition. This regulatory move aims to align bottled wate
The US EPA released draft guidance to mitigate PFAS risks in sewage-sludge fertilizer used by farmers. The guidance aims to protect public health while supporting the beneficial use of biosolids in wa
The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers Association sued the EPA over 2026-2027 Renewable Fuel Standard rules, citing compliance costs exceeding $106 billion and $0.35 per gallon for refiners.
EPA Deputy Associate Administrator Maureen Gwinn defended the agency's research restructuring, replacing the Office of Research and Development with the new Office of Applied Science and Environmental
Senators Chris Coons and Jon Husted introduced a bipartisan bill to strengthen the legal footing of the EPA’s Safer Choice program. The legislation aims to establish a more stable regulatory framework
C&EN invites readers to participate in its weekly chemistry news quiz. The quiz covers topics including recent EPA actions regarding refrigerant usage extensions.
The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers filed a lawsuit challenging EPA biofuel mandates under the Renewable Fuel Standard, citing potential compliance costs exceeding $106 billion. The grou
The US EPA announced delays to HFC refrigerant phasedowns and leak requirements, projecting savings of $2.4 billion over 24 years despite concerns from critics that grocery costs will rise.
U.S. renewable fuel credits hit record highs in 2026 driven by strict EPA mandates and rising soybean oil costs. Geopolitical tensions impacting diesel markets further widen price gaps, pressuring bio
The U.S. EPA has rescinded Biden-era PFAS drinking water limits and proposed extended compliance deadlines, while announcing $5 billion in funding for contamination treatment technologies amid industr
The US EPA proposed repealing national drinking-water limits for four PFAS chemicals, including GenX, reversing a 2024 regulatory decision. Compliance deadlines for two other PFAS will also be extende
The US EPA plans to discontinue the IRIS program for chemical risk assessments under a new executive order, shifting responsibilities to policy offices. Critics warn this move risks politicizing scien
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin faced contentious congressional hearings over a proposed 52% budget cut, with lawmakers debating deregulation instead of fiscal details. The standoff underscores political
The US EPA granted a waiver for summer E15 ethanol sales and raised mandatory biofuel blending targets for 2026–2027. Officials state these measures will reduce gasoline costs and boost supply within
The US EPA proposed removing air emission regulations from plastic pyrolysis plants currently classified as incinerators under the Clean Air Act. This affects facilities breaking down plastic into fue
The US EPA proposed relaxing emission limits for ethylene oxide, a sterilant classified as a human carcinogen, citing threats to medical equipment production. Hundreds of lawsuits remain pending regar
The US EPA has officially eliminated its Office of Research and Development, drawing criticism over impacts on independent scientific research regarding pollutants and emissions. Lawmakers warn the mo
The US EPA is proposing major modifications to its Risk Management Program regulation, impacting around 11,000 chemical-related facilities. This action seeks to adjust industrial safety standards amid
The EPA finalized a rule limiting nitrogen oxides emissions from gas turbines at power plants and industrial facilities. Projected outcomes include reducing emissions by 296 tons yearly by 2032 and sa
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