Posts Tagged ‘Environmental Protection Agency’

Federal Court Rules Against “Malicious” EPA Prosecution and Awards Louisiana Worker $1.67 Million

Federal Court Rules Against “Malicious” EPA Prosecution and Awards Louisiana Worker $1.67 Million

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana has ordered the federal government to pay $1.67 million to an employee of Canal Refinery, a Louisiana firm that processes used oil.

Commentary: Long-Term Costs of Renewable Initiatives in Louisiana Must be Carefully Weighed

Commentary: Long-Term Costs of Renewable Initiatives in Louisiana Must be Carefully Weighed

Local and State Efforts Now Underway in Louisiana to Test Viability of Renewable Energy

Time for Congress to Rein in the EPA

On December 7th, 2009, The Environmental Protection Agency announced that greenhouse gases “threaten the public health and welfare of the American people.” This ruling came from a 2007 Supreme Court decision in which it was determined that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases are pollutants under the Clean Air Act. The Court stated that the [...]

The Cap and Trade Illusion

The Obama administration intends on implementing a ‘Cap and Trade’ bill by May of 2010 in hopes of curbing the emission of harmful greenhouse gases and reducing pollution. Not only would the legislation fail to effectively reduce emissions it would cost American citizens billions in taxes. Here’s what you need to know about the ‘Cap [...]