In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Andy Kriha and Liz Craddock sit down for a conversation about hot topics in nuclear waste. This jampacked episode covers updates involving the Hobbs Act, Nuclear Waste Policy Act (NWPA), ultra vires exception and Atomic Energy Act, plus a comprehensive preview of what to expect in the nuclear waste space following the 2024 elections.

In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Halley Townsend, Eddie Jauregui and Alexander Holtan explore the intricate world of voluntary carbon markets and the effects of the first federal action against fraud within these markets. They discuss the emerging regulatory focus toward ensuring the integrity of carbon offsets, as highlighted by the enforcement action spearheaded by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). In the case, the CFTC, SEC and DOJ accused a carbon project developer and its top executives of generating millions of false carbon offsets. The episode delves into the details of the case, the broader implications for the carbon market's regulatory landscape and strategic considerations for companies in compliance and self-reporting in the face of potential fraud.

In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Andy Kriha and Halley Townsend explore the topic of the non-delegation doctrine, specifically in the context of the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) non-compete rule, which is currently being challenged in a Texas district court. In addition to providing top-level takeaways on the non-delegation doctrine in general, the speakers share why this matters for energy and environmental projects, with a particular emphasis on the FTC's Green Guides.

In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Alex Holtan and Andy Kriha shine a light on all things carbon markets, both voluntary and compliance. The speakers refer to this episode as a "state and federal carbon markets lightning round," giving listeners a high-level overview of the latest updates involving regulations, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), cap and trade programs, linkage and more.

In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Andy Kriha and Susan Lafferty delve into state low carbon fuel standards, with a detailed look at California's ongoing rulemaking and New Mexico's new legislation. They explore how these developments signify broader trends toward stricter carbon reduction goals across the United States, reflecting the evolving legal and regulatory approaches to climate change.

In episode 3 of "An Energized Exchange," Senior Policy Advisor Elizabeth Noll and Energy attorney Nic Martell unpack the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) transmission planning and permitting final rules. Order No. 1920 creates a more specific transmission planning process, requiring transmission providers to develop 20-year plans that recognize future needs while collaborating with stakeholders and state entities. Ms. Noll and Mr. Martell also discuss Order No. 1977, which establishes a backstop siting authority. Listen now to discover how these rules will impact the future of transmission.

In this episode of our "An Energized Exchange" podcast series by our Energy & Natural Resources Industry Sector Group, attorneys Andy Kriha and Susan Lafferty delve into the intricacies of ongoing litigation surrounding small refinery exemptions. The speakers shed light on the significant uncertainty this topic brings to the market for Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) and its potential impact on the overall functioning of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program.

In the first episode of our Energy & Natural Resources team's "An Energized Exchange" podcast series, attorneys Andy Kriha and Susan Lafferty sit down for a conversation on all things related to the federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) – past, present and future. Major topics discussed include the biogas regulatory reform rule, cellulosic waiver petitions, electricity RINs (eRINs) and more. What does the RFS program look like in the year ahead? Listen to this episode to find out.