Matagorda County coal plant developer fights new EPA rules
Analysts predicted early retirement for some coal-fired power plants when the Environmental Protection Agency issued new limits on emissions of mercury and other toxic pollutants last year. More »
Salazar: lizard might not be listed as endangered
U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said Wednesday that the dunes sagebrush lizard might not be listed as endangered if enough energy companies and ranchers voluntarily agree to preserve the sand-dwelling reptile’s habitat.
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New market for dismantling old rigs results in ‘The Claw’
New federal requirements to dismantle idle oil and gas equipment in the Gulf of Mexico are creating a market for companies that supply heavy lift boats and other salvage or demolition equipment. More »
Oil spill’s long-term effects on sea life have yet to surface
The extent of the ecological damage to the Gulf may not match the worst fears of some people. More »
Dow Chemical project aims for healthier environment and profits
Dow Chemical Co. has decided to pursue an ambitious and unusual project at its sprawling Freeport complex to make environmental costs and benefits part of every business decision. More »
Houston faces penalties over 1970s smog limits
The EPA concluded Tuesday that Houston has failed to meet 30-year-old limits on smog-forming pollution, a decision that could lead to hefty fines for as many as 300 oil refineries, chemical plants and other large industrial facilities. More »
Texas leads U.S. in greenhouse gas emissions
As the nation’s light switch and gas pump, Texas releases far more greenhouse gases into the air than any other state, according to federal data released Wednesday. More »
Cornyn holds out on bill to bring spill money to Gulf region
Texas Republican John Cornyn is the only holdout among Gulf Coast senators in support of two bills that would funnel a portion of the fines from last year’s Deepwater Horizon oil spill to ecological restoration. More »
Texas power plant gets first greenhouse gas permit from EPA
The EPA has given the go-ahead to expand a 37-year-old natural gas fired power plant in Llano County. More »
BP agrees to pay $50 million to settle state blast claims
In settling the case, BP did not acknowledge liability for 72 emissions the state alleged occurred during and after the 2005 Texas City refinery explosion that killed 15 workers. More »
Texas not satisfied with EPA changes to cross-state rule
The Environmental Protection Agency, facing intense opposition from some states and industry, on Thursday softened a new rule that requires aging power plants to sharply cut emissions that cause smog and soot in neighboring states. More »
EPA softens stance on cross-state air pollution rule
The Environmental Protection Agency, facing intense opposition from some states and industry, softened today a new rule that requires again power plants to sharply cut emissions that cause smog and soot in neighboring states. More »
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