Trump administration plans to revoke California’s emissions standards authority
The move would undercut CARB’s ability to set its own limits.
EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency is an independent agency of the U.S. government that coordinates programs that aim to reduce pollution and protect the environment.
EPA proposes “residual risk review” for US boatbuilders
The agency has determined any new rules for boatbuilders will be just “minor adjustments.”
EPA to work with marine businesses on environmental initiatives
Its Smart Sectors New England program will consult regional marine trades when developing environmental policies.
Lawsuit prompts EPA to question boatbuilders on emissions
The EPA contacted nine boatbuilders that operate in several locations as a result of the lawsuit.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce decries cost of EPA mandates
The report says states are forced to implement more federal environmental programs with less money from federal sources.
EPA seeks comment on antifouling paint test method
The EPA released what the NMMA said is an important testing method that could benefit boaters and marinas.
EPA seeks no-discharge zone on St. Lawrence River
Boats are allowed to dump their toilets into the St. Lawrence River, but that’s about to change.
EPA delays ban on HFC blowing agents
The EPA agreed to delay a ban on HFC-134a — a blowing agent utilized in the application of marine flotation foam.
Keeping pace with the EPA
Software tracks environmental compliance, letting a marina operator focus on the business end
Foam Supplies expands in anticipation of EPA mandate
Foam Supplies Inc. said it is adding more than 50,000 square feet of ecomate production and warehousing capacity.
EPA agrees to ethanol mandate deadines
The EPA recently settled an oil industry lawsuit and agreed to set the ethanol blending mandates for this year and last year by Nov. 30.