Articles
2015
New USFWS Listed Bat Species Impact
Due to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) threatened species listing and interim rule for the Northern Long-eared Bat, most projects in Kentucky that include clearing of trees will now have to consider protection of it and the Federally endangered Indiana Bat.
Response to the Administration’s Environmental Policies: What Happened to the “New and Better Day”?
Much was said during the latest campaigns about EPA and the role Congress plays. How does the environment stand with voters and will that standing affect the priority Congress places on environmental legislation? Presented at the 13th Annual Environmental Conference for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.
SPCC and GPP: A Crash Course
Learn the latest developments and regulatory requirements for spill plans and groundwater protection plans. Presented at the 13th Annual Environmental Conference for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.
2014
Air Quality Issues Watch
Scott Smith discussed expected changes in air quality regulations to watch for in 2015.
EUOGS-NSPS Subpart OOOO-11-07-2014
Kyle Hagen explained applicability and compliance issues of 40 CFR 60 Subpart OOOO at the 2014 Eastern Unconventional Oil & Gas Symposium.
Legislative and Regulatory Update for the Oil & Gas Industry 11/7/14
Scott R. Smith presented at the Eastern Unconventional Oil and Gas Symposium, November 6-7, 2014.
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY Part 1
Kori Andrews presented at the Eastern Unconventional Oil and Gas Symposium, November 6-7, 2014. Part 1 of a 2 part presentation.s
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY Part 2
Kori Andrews presented at the Eastern Unconventional Oil and Gas Symposium, November 6-7, 2014. Part 2 of a 2 part presentation.
Why Should I Care About Water Quality Standards
Daniel Hardin, P.E. & William Shane, P.E. presented at the Eastern Unconventional Oil and Gas Symposium, November 6-7, 2014.
The Changing Landscapes In Kentucky
Slides for the 2014 Governor’s Conference on Energy and the Environment presentation.
Impacts of the “Waters of the U.S.” Proposed Rule
Kori Andrews presented on the potential impacts of the “Waters of the U.S.” proposed rule at the 2014 KY Chamber Environmental Permitting Conference.
THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT – Chamber Permitting Conf 2014
Scott R. Smith presented at the 2014 KY Chamber Environmental Permitting Conference.
Regulation of Waters of United States: The Rules are About to Change
Kori Andrews discusses the proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule, proposed by US EPA and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Presented at the Annual Environmental Permitting Conference for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.
Potential Impacts of Kentucky’s Nutrient Strategy
Kyle Hagen and William Shane explained what to anticipate as nutrient standards are promulgated at the 2014 KY Chamber Environmental Permitting Conference.
Waters of the U.S. – Proposed Rule Update for KY Stormwater Association
Kori Andrews explains the scope of the Proposed Waters of the US rule.
Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky: Water & the Development Community
Scott Smith presented to the Northern Kentucky Home Builders’ Association and discussed Waters of the U.S., the Construction General Stormwater Permit, and Endangered Species issues.
Water Quality Issues Facing KY Distillers
Scott Smith presented on Water Quality Standards, TMDLs, Stormwater Permitting, and Waters of the U.S.
Pretreatment & Local Limits Presentation for KY Chamber
Shri Vani Sripada explained how local limits for pretreatment before discharge of process waters to a local POTW affect industries – and what to do about it.
2013
New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Oil and Gas – Part 1
Scott Smith presented at the Kentucky Oil and Gas Association Quarterly Meeting. This is part 1 of a 2 part presentation.
New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Oil and Gas – Part 2
Scott Smith presented at the Kentucky Oil and Gas Association Quarterly Meeting. This is part 2 of a 2 part presentation.