Environment

Alaska Gulf Groundfish Harvest Specifications Correction for 2026-2027

NOAA has issued a correction to the Alaska Gulf groundfish harvest specifications for 2026-2027. The correction amends specific tables related to Pacific cod, pollock, and other species, adjusting sideboard limits and TACs for non-AFA crab vessels and Amendment 80 Program vessels.

Ofwat Streamlines Major Water Infrastructure Programme Delivery

Ofwat has launched a combined gated process to streamline the planning and delivery of its Major Water Infrastructure Programme, comprising 30 large-scale projects over 15 years. This new process integrates previously separate regulatory frameworks to improve transparency and efficiency for water companies and stakeholders.

Hartland and Hollandale Fined for Wastewater Permit Violations

The cities of Hartland and Hollandale have been fined a total of $24,169 by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) for municipal wastewater permit violations. Violations included submitting false data, missing data, and late reports, leading to the revocation of their wastewater operator's certification. Both cities must also agree to cease falsifying data and implement plans for timely sampling and reporting.

Northshore Mining Fined for Wastewater Permit Violations

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has fined Northshore Mining $19,000 for repeated violations of its wastewater permit. The company released recycled water and water related to mining processes unpermitted multiple times between 2023 and 2025. Northshore Mining must also submit a spill prevention report and implement a piping integrity plan.

Big Lake Estates Fined for Wastewater Violations

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) fined Big Lake SADO, LLC, operator of Big Lake Estates mobile home park, $24,150 for unauthorized wastewater releases and failure to notify authorities. The company has agreed to corrective actions to prevent future violations.

Monticello Mobile Home Park Fined for Wastewater Violations

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has fined The Meadows Mobile Home Park $13,957 for discharging untreated sewage and failing to complete corrective actions within the mandated 30-day period. The park took 134 days to submit a maintenance plan and complete routine cleaning after the violations.

Ardent Mills fined $10,200 for air permit violations

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has fined Ardent Mills LLC $10,200 for violations of its air permit at its Lake City facility. Performance tests revealed emissions of PM 2.5 and PM 10 exceeded permitted limits. The company has since corrected the issue and returned to compliance.

Colorado Underground Injection Control Program Class VI Primacy Proposed Rule

The EPA has proposed to approve Colorado's application for primary enforcement responsibility (primacy) for Class VI injection wells used for geologic carbon sequestration. This action would allow the state's Energy and Carbon Management Commission to issue and enforce permits for these wells.

Final regulatory determinations for contaminants on fifth drinking water list

Final regulatory determinations for contaminants on fifth drinking water list

National Emission Standards for Marine Tank Vessel Loading Operations: Technology Review Correction

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a correction to a proposed rule concerning national emission standards for marine tank vessel loading operations. This correction amends specific dates within the original proposed rule published on March 4, 2026.

EPA Rescinds Interim Rule for Disaster Recovery Incinerators

The EPA is rescinding an interim final rule that provided temporary-use provisions for certain commercial and industrial solid waste incineration units used in disaster recovery. The agency intends to address this subject matter through a new notice-and-comment rulemaking process.

Marine Mammals; File No. 29313 - Research Permit Application

NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service has published a notice regarding an application for a permit to conduct research on Weddell seals in Antarctica. The application, filed by Michelle Shero, Ph.D., outlines a study on reproductive rates and animal fitness, with a comment period ending April 20, 2026.

NOAA Alaska Groundfish Harvest Specifications Correction

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a correction to the 2026 and 2027 harvest specifications for groundfish in the Gulf of Alaska. This correction amends specific tables related to Pacific cod, pollock, and other species, adjusting TACs and sideboard limits for certain sectors.

BLM Notice of Information Collection Extension Request

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a notice requesting public comment on the extension of an existing information collection activity related to land use applications and permits. The comment period closes on May 18, 2026.

Omaha District Regional Conditions Public Notice Nebraska

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Nebraska. This notice outlines specific conditions that may apply to certain activities requiring permits within the district's jurisdiction.

Detroit Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for the Detroit District. This notice updates information relevant to permit applications and ongoing projects within the district's jurisdiction.

Little Rock District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for permit applications in Arkansas. This notice updates existing conditions and provides guidance for activities requiring Department of the Army permits.

Corps of Engineers Public Notice for Tennessee Regional Conditions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Tennessee. This notice outlines specific requirements and considerations for activities within the region, likely related to permitting and environmental compliance.

Corps of Engineers Public Notice - New Hampshire

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding activities in New Hampshire. This notice provides information on regulatory requirements and potential permitting processes for certain projects within the state.

Albuquerque District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Albuquerque District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Clean Water Act permits. This notice updates existing conditions and provides information relevant to permit applications within the district's jurisdiction.

Walla Walla District Regional Conditions Public Notice Idaho

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for permit applications in Idaho. This notice outlines specific requirements and considerations for projects within the district's jurisdiction.

New England Regional Conditions Public Notice Vermont

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Vermont. This notice provides information on specific environmental and regulatory considerations for projects within the New England region.

New England District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New England District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for permits in Connecticut. This notice outlines specific conditions that may apply to various projects requiring Corps authorization.

Corps of Engineers Public Notice for Colorado Regional Conditions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Colorado. This notice provides updated information and guidance relevant to activities within the Corps' jurisdiction in the state.

Corps of Engineers Massachusetts Regional Conditions Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Massachusetts. This notice updates existing conditions and may affect permitting processes for certain activities within the state.

New England Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for New England. This notice provides updated information and may affect permitting processes for activities in the region.

Buffalo District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for New York. This notice provides updated information and conditions relevant to permit applications within the district's jurisdiction.

Corps of Engineers Honolulu District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The Corps of Engineers (COE) has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for the Honolulu District, posted on March 18, 2025. This notice outlines specific conditions that may apply to certain projects within the district's jurisdiction.

Corps of Engineers Notice on Rhode Island Regional Conditions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a notice regarding regional conditions for Rhode Island. This notice provides updated information and guidance relevant to projects within the state's jurisdiction.

Fort Worth District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for permit applications in Texas and Louisiana. This notice outlines specific conditions that may apply to various types of projects requiring Corps authorization.

Huntington District Regional Conditions Public Notice West Virginia

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Huntington District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for West Virginia. This notice updates information relevant to permit applications within the district.

Kansas City Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for the Kansas City District. This notice provides updated information and conditions relevant to permit applications and ongoing projects within the district's jurisdiction.

Corps of Engineers Notice on Wyoming Regional Conditions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a notice regarding regional conditions for permits in Wyoming. This notice outlines specific environmental and operational considerations that may apply to projects within the state.

Norfolk District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for the fiscal year 2025. This notice updates information relevant to permit applications within the district's jurisdiction.

Alaska District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The US Army Corps of Engineers Alaska District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for permit applications. This notice, dated March 18, 2026, outlines specific environmental and operational considerations relevant to projects within the district's jurisdiction.

Omaha District Regional Conditions Public Notice - Montana

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for Montana. This notice outlines specific conditions that may apply to certain activities requiring Department of the Army permits.

Kansas City District Regional Conditions Public Notice

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions for permit applications. This notice outlines specific environmental and regulatory considerations that may affect projects within the district's jurisdiction.

Corps of Engineers Public Notice - Navajo Nation

The Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding activities affecting the Navajo Nation. This notice serves to inform relevant parties about potential projects and solicit feedback.

Corps of Engineers Public Notice for Regional Conditions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice regarding regional conditions. This notice provides information relevant to permit applications and regulatory processes managed by the Corps.

South West Water Environmental Permit Application Advertisement

The Environment Agency has published a notice regarding an environmental permit application by South West Water Limited for a site in Cornwall. This notice serves as an advertisement for the application, inviting public comment.

Cleansing Service Group Environmental Permit Issued

The Environment Agency has issued an environmental permit (EPR/FP3823PB/A001) to Cleansing Service Group Limited for their CSG Avonmouth facility. This permit is issued under the Industrial Emissions Directive and applies to operations in England.

Glen Canyon Motor Vehicle Rule Withdrawn

The National Park Service has withdrawn a final rule concerning motor vehicles in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. This withdrawal is effective March 18, 2026, and terminates the rulemaking process following disapproval under the Congressional Review Act.

EPA Final Rule Edits for 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart PPP

The EPA has issued final rule edits to 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart PPP. These edits are minor technical amendments to existing air pollution regulations for certain industrial facilities. The rule is effective upon publication.

EPA NHPA Confirmation Letter

The EPA has issued a confirmation letter regarding the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) for a specific project, identified by docket number EPA-R09-OAR-2025-0457-0002. This notice serves as an official confirmation related to NHPA compliance procedures.

EPA Algonquin SIP Cover Letter

The EPA has posted a cover letter regarding the Algonquin State Implementation Plan (SIP) on March 18, 2026. This document is part of the public record for the SIP submission.

EPA Tribal Consultation on Air Quality Programs

The EPA has issued a tribal consultation letter regarding its air quality programs. This notice provides an opportunity for tribal nations to engage with the agency on these programs.

EPA Appendix G RACT Plan Posting

The EPA has posted Appendix G of a Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) plan, as part of docket EPA-R01-OAR-2025-0656. This posting makes a specific document available for public review.

EPA Final Edits to 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart U

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published final edits to 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart U, concerning national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for certain industrial facilities. These edits are administrative in nature and do not introduce new compliance obligations.

EPA Summary of Public Comments on Hazardous Air Pollutant Standards

The EPA has published a summary of public comments and responses regarding proposed hazardous air pollutant standards for the synthetic organic chemical manufacturing industry. This notice includes responses to comments on the 2024 proposal and historical documents related to these standards.

EPA Appendix B RACT Plan Part 1

The EPA has posted Appendix B of a RACT (Reasonably Available Control Technology) plan, Part 1. This document is available for public review on Regs.gov.