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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a draft report titled "Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2019" for public review. The EPA seeks public comments to improve the quality of this report before it is finalized in April 2021, as well as for future reports. The public is encouraged to submit their comments by March 15, 2021, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or via email. The report outlines U.S. greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 to 2019, using methods consistent with international guidelines.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of the Draft Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks from 1990 to 2023 for public review. They are asking for feedback and suggestions to improve the quality of this inventory report, which will be finalized in April 2025. The report gives a detailed account of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by different sectors and aligns with global standards set by the IPCC and UNFCCC. Comments are welcomed until February 14, 2025, but will also be considered for future reports even if submitted later.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule stating that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from electric utility generating units (EGUs) significantly contribute to air pollution that endangers public health and welfare. This determination is based on a framework where EGUs, due to their large emissions, surpass the established 3-percent threshold of total U.S. GHG emissions. While other factors could also influence this decision, the major emissions from EGUs alone justify regulation. The rule does not expect to impact energy supply, costs, or emissions notably.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a notice on January 15, 2025, responding to two petitions for reconsideration regarding the "New Source Performance Standards for Greenhouse Gas Emissions" rules for fossil fuel-fired power plants. The EPA reviewed the requests but decided to deny or partially deny them, with detailed reasons provided in a decision document. This decision keeps the existing standards in place. Individuals or organizations wishing to challenge this decision must file in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit by March 17, 2025.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a final rule to repeal a previous requirement for State departments of transportation (State DOTs) and metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) to establish greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets and report their progress. This decision was made because the rule was seen as unnecessary and potentially burdensome, with no clear legal backing and minimal benefits. Notably, the courts had already blocked the rule, citing legal and regulatory issues. Repealing this requirement provides clarity and aligns with recent legal decisions, but it doesn't stop State DOTs and MPOs from voluntarily tracking their own CO2 emissions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a new information collection request to support its Construction Material Opportunities to Reduce Emissions (C-MORE) Program, which focuses on low embodied carbon construction materials. This initiative involves gathering data from state and local agencies, architectural firms, and other entities about the types and amounts of materials like concrete and steel they use, to help set thresholds for labeling products that have reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Public comments on the collection process can be submitted until February 18, 2025. The program aims to understand and potentially lower the emissions associated with construction materials through enhanced data analysis and reporting.