In a landmark decision, a federal court has ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, determining that their approval of Florida’s takeover of the Clean Water Act wetlands...more
We are pleased to introduce a recurring addition to our newsletter titled “In Case You Missed It.” We will be providing a summary of recent informative and thought provoking articles and/or videos appearing in the media...more
On March 21, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) issued proposed regulations imposing on public reporting companies’ disclosure obligations concerning climate change impacts and GHG emissions. The proposal,...more
The Illinois Pollution Control Board is currently considering proposed amendments to the Illinois Part 620 groundwater regulations that would establish the first enforceable PFAS standards under Illinois law. The rulemaking...more
In October 2021, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) issued its PFAS Roadmap, establishing a comprehensive, three-year plan to address the potential risks posed by this large class of manmade compounds,...more
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) released new proposed groundwater quality standards for five per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). If formally adopted, the proposed regulations would establish the...more