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The Clean Water Act is a United States federal statute enacted in 1972 to reduce levels of toxic substances in the nation's water supply and to prevent high levels of new contamination.  The CWA seeks to... more +
The Clean Water Act is a United States federal statute enacted in 1972 to reduce levels of toxic substances in the nation's water supply and to prevent high levels of new contamination.  The CWA seeks to accomplish its stated goals by preventing point and nonpoint pollution sources, assisting wastewater treatment facilities and maintaining wetlands. less -
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The Battle Over The Constitution Pipeline

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In 2020, following a bitter eight-year fight, Williams Corporation canceled its plans to build the Constitution Pipeline. The pipeline would have carried natural gas from the gas fields of Northeastern Pennsylvania...more

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Appellate Ruling Affirms Dismissal of NY Private ‘Green Amendment’ Claims

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Often motivated by the lack of federal engagement on environmental issues, various states have evaluated adding “Green Amendments” to their state constitutions. The practical impact of these amendments will be borne out as...more

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Economic Analysis of the New York - New Jersey Harbor Estuary: Report Calculates Economic Value of Improved Water Quality

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The New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (“NEIWPCC”) announced the release of a report titled: Economic Analysis of the New York-New Jersey Harbor Estuary (“Report”) ...more

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Marcellus Shale Update: Energy Remains an Important Electoral Issue Even in “Safe” States Like New York: Law Firm, Attorneys

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Now less than one month before Election Day, the New York Governor's race is far closer than most had anticipated. Incumbent Democrat Kathy Hochul, who succeeded Andrew Cuomo following his resignation, is being pressed by...more

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Another "Maui" Citizen Suit in New York Continues to Meander Along in its Tenth Year

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A Magistrate Judge and EPA continue to strongly disagree about the application of the Safe Drinking Water Act to septic systems and cesspools in New York State Parks. The Magistrate Judge has concluded, both before and after...more

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Marcellus Shale Update: By Coronavirus, New York’s Pipeline Politics Ensure A Tougher Second Round

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Approximately 30% of all confirmed coronavirus cases in the United States have been reported in the New York City metropolitan area, which is located mainly in southeastern New York state and northeastern New Jersey. Last...more

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