The updates attempt to provide more clarity for modern vehicles and parts -
On November 23, 2020, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) updated its policy for enforcement of vehicle and engine tampering and...more
Potential wide-ranging impacts on Engines, Energy, Infrastructure and Shipping -
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order N-79-20 seeks to address climate change concerns and significantly reduce greenhouse gas...more
10/5/2020
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CARB takes the position that distributors, sellers, and installers of uncertified performance aftermarket parts are liable for any illegal use of those products.
On July 10, the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”)...more
The Impact of COVID-19 on Nuclear Electricity Sales Contracts in France -
The electricity sector, like numerous others in France, has been heavily affected by the economic shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The...more
6/25/2020
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California caps LCFS credit prices.
Pressing forward with its efforts to address climate change, the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) finalized amendments to its innovative LCFS. To add stability to the credit...more
California' Policy Is Less Specific and Stricter than the EPA Policy -
California has issued a new policy providing limited relief for regulated parties from their environmental compliance and reporting obligations...more
Action May Have Far-Reaching Impacts -
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) announced a joint rule intended to substantially affect...more
9/20/2019
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