Ohio EPA updates Hazardous Waste Tank Advisory.

The changes aim to facilitate review of Part B permit application and affect external concrete liners.

U.S. EPA proposes new rule to reduce fine particle and ozone pollution in the eastern United States.

The new rule, known as the “Transport Rule,” would include requirements for reductions in SO2 and NOx emissions and allows for units to opt-in to a proposed emissions trading program.

EPA Allows More Time For Input On Coal Ash Rule

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it would extend the public hearings in 7 cities on this rule.  The EPA has proposed groundbreaking national regulations for the disposal and management of coal ash from coal-fired power plants. For more information, click here.

U.S. House of Representatives to debate Toxic Chemicals Safety Act of 2010.

If passed, the Act would widely expand the reporting and testing obligations already required of the chemical industry.

US EPA Issues Rules on Mercury Emissions from Cement Plants

On August 9, 2010, the US EPA issued its final rulings on mercury and other toxic emissions from cement plants. These are the first national limits to be imposed on existing and new Portland cement manufacturing facilities, the third largest source of mercury emissions. The rules will be fully implemented in 2013.  Click here for more information.

Ohio EPA issues overview of groundwater quality in Ohio.

The report summarizes data on the quality of Ohio’s major aquifers.

Ohio joins four other states in filing new lawsuit against the Obama Administration to prevent the spread of Asian Carp into the Great Lakes.

Filed in the Northern District of Illinois, the suit alleges claims under the Administrative Procedures Act as well as a claim for public nuisance.

Ohio EPA revises memorandum regarding the small source BAT exemption.

The revisions describe DAPC’s approach to determining BAT for sources that emit under ten tons per year and became effective on July 2, 2010.

US v. Washington State Dept. of Transp., No. 08-5722RJB (W.D. Wash. June 7, 2010).

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) constructed a drainage system to protect a roadway from water damage. Coal tar migrated from the adjacent soil through the drainage system and into a nearby waterway. The Court held that WSDOT is strictly liable under CERCLA as an arranger for the contamination.

Ohio EPA issues draft antidegradation rule.

The new rule clarifies applicability of exemptions for existing sources and clarifies procedures regarding a water body’s pollutant assimilative capacity. Comments are due August 19, 2010.

Ohio Department of Natural Resources announces the re-opening of the Conservation Reserve Program.

Under the program, farmers and other land owners plant grass, trees and shrubs to protect soil and water and add wildlife habitat to the landscape. In return, program participants ensure income on touch-to-farm and low producing areas. Enrollment began Monday, August 2, 2010.

Ohio EPA issues draft amendments to align Ohio regulations with the federal Greenhouse Gas Tailoring Rule.

Comments due August 13, 2010.

U.S. EPA acts to ensure proper cleanup of Enbridge Spill in Michigan.

Over 800,000 gallons of crude oil have spilled to date.