Archive for category: EPA

“Nudging” versus “Coercion” – Balancing Environmental Protection with Liberty and Freedom

Brent Fewell, March 23, 2019, Conservative Conservationism, EPA, Free-Market Environmentalism, Species Protection, The Environment and Politics, Water Issues, Andy McCarthy, Big Data, Big Government, Cass Sunstein, conservative, environmental, F.A. Hayek, freedom, John Stuart Mills, Jonah Goldberg, liberty, Next Generation Compliance, NRO, Nudge Theory, Russell Kirk, 0

The recent controversy over the U.S. Government’s increased proclivity to secretly paw through the electronic communications and telephone records of Americans has...

What’s in an agency logo . . .

Brent Fewell, November 15, 2018, EPA, DOJ, ENRD, 0

The public likely didn’t notice the fact DOJ’s environment and natural resources division (ENRD) logo got a fancy makeover. ...

EPA Chief encourages employees to elevate public health and environmental concerns . . .

Brent Fewell, October 5, 2018, EPA, Andrew Wheeler, elevating concerns, environmental protection, governance, public health, transparency, 0

This week, EPA’s Acting Administrator, Andrew Wheeler, issued the following letter to all EPA employees. This is a very...

EPA Remains Very Relevant – More Incentives Less Bureaucracy

Brent Fewell, March 19, 2017, EPA, bureaucratization of environmentalism, clean air, clean water, conservative environmentalism, EPA Budget Cuts, incentives, Scott Pruitt, 0

The Best of Intentions: Incentive, not bureaucracy, is the key to environmental protection. The American Conservative By BRENT FEWELL...

President Trump Issues E.O., Readying to Rescind Clean Water Rule

Brent Fewell, March 1, 2017, EPA, 0

This week, President Trump issued an Executive Order that signals the beginning process for rescinding the Obama EPA’s rule...

An Agency Drunk on Power Needs Detox, Not a Death Sentence by a Million Cuts

Brent Fewell, January 23, 2017, EPA, 0

It’s no secret that the Heritage Foundation has been a dominant force in shaping the Trump Administration’s incoming team...

Promoting Sustainability Through Improved EPA Incentives and Regulatory Outcomes

Brent Fewell, September 28, 2015, EPA, Beth Termini, command-and-control, Culture, George Wyeth, incentives, sustainability, traditional regulations, 0

In a recent law review article titled Regulating for Sustainability, George Wyeth and Beth Termini argue that EPA should...

In Need of No EPA or a Different EPA?

Brent Fewell, February 15, 2015, EPA, Chief Justice Brandeis, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, cooperative federalism, Cuyahoga River, environmental protection, Jonathan Adler, Josh Gelertner, NRO, 0

Over at National Review, Josh Gelernter argues that we should consider abolishing the U.S. EPA – “Fixing the EPA...

After Many Years EPA Finalizes Waters of the U.S. Rule

Brent Fewell, January 16, 2015, EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, Clean Water Act, jurisdictional water, Ken Kopocis, waters of the U.S., wetlands, WOTUS, 0

For those interested in the real life implications of this rulemaking, my friend, Mike Rolband, one of the top...

Does EPA Science Require Greater Transparency?

Brent Fewell, November 22, 2014, EPA, Affordable Care Act, CASAC, Chairman Chris Stewart, climate change, Congressman Chris Gibson, Democracy and Political Ignorance, HR 1422, Ilya Somin, Jonathan Turley, Lawrence Kogan, Rise of the Fourth Branch of Government, SAB, science integrity, Scientific Advisory Board, 0

The “lack of transparency is a huge political advantage . . . Look, I wish Mark was right that...

Is it time to consider the human and social capital of regulations?

Brent Fewell, September 22, 2014, EPA, Adam Finkel, benefit-cost analysis, Cary Coglianese, Christopher Carrigan, David Schoenbrod, Does Regulation Kill Jobs, ELI, environmental economics, environmental regulation, green jobs, Tracy Mehan, 0

One more book I’ve added to my growing “must read” wish list, “Does Regulation Kill Jobs?” available at Univ....

A thoughtful and able leader departs EPA – thank you, Bob Perciasepe

Brent Fewell, July 17, 2014, EPA, Bob Perciasepe, 2

I was saddened to learn this week of the announcement regarding Bob Perciasepe’s resignation from the EPA. Since 2009,...

EPA and Wage Garnishment – Fair Criticism or Not

Brent Fewell, July 15, 2014, EPA, debt collection improvement act, delinquent nontax debt, environmental protection, fines and penalties, Jonathan Turley, U.S. Department of Treasury, wage garnishment, 1

EPA once again finds itself in the news this past week, this time for adopting a direct final rule that...

“Our House”

Mike Linder, June 25, 2014, EPA, cooperative conservation, E-Enterprise, ECOS, environmental federalism, federal overreach, federal oversight, States, 0

I am about to embark on what can be a gut-wrenching, relationship-straining, roller coaster ride of an experience. My...

EPA and a Culture in Need of Change

Brent Fewell, May 8, 2014, EPA, Assistant Inspector General Patrick Sullivan, Bob Perciasepe, Congressman Issa, Culture, John Beale, Jonathan Turley, OIG, Rise of the Fourth Branch of Government, 0

Esteemed law professor, Jonathan Turley, has warned and sounded the alarm in recent months about the growth of the...

Honoring One of America’s Great Conservation Leaders – Bill Reilly

Tracy Mehan, April 25, 2014, EPA, Bill Reilly, Bush Administration, Center for Environmental Policy, conservation, conservation leadership, Dan Fiorino, George H.W. Bush, Hank Habicht, Performance Track, Senator Bob Graham, The New Environmental Regulation, Tracy Mehan, 0

This past week, April 24th, I was privileged to introduce former EPA Administrator William K. Reilly at the Center...

Environmental Regulation in Small Towns

Mike Linder, March 26, 2014, EPA, Agriculture, community, environmental regulations, Lincoln, Nebraska, Omaha, small town living, 0

There is an interesting and important demographic shift taking place in my state. And, it isn’t only my state...

The Power to Tax (and Permit) is the Power to Destroy

Brent Fewell, March 26, 2014, EPA, ephemeral stream, intermittent stream, jurisdiction, Rapanos, Sackett family, SCOTUS, waters of the U.S., 6

Yesterday, the EPA issued the long-awaited draft rule on “Waters of the U.S.” – you can find all 300+...

In Defense of the EPA, but not the Indefensible

Brent Fewell, March 14, 2014, EPA, Bob Perciasepe, CIA, Covert Agent, Culture, Gina McArthy, John Beale, 0

Admittedly, I’ve been reluctant to talk openly about it. Not because it didn’t warrant discussion, but because of the...

Summoning Courage for Radical Change

Brent Fewell, March 2, 2014, EPA, Alexandra Cousteau, bureaucracy, environmental stewardship, Joe Whitworth, John Muir, Micheal Shellenberger, restoration, Ted Nordhaus, The Death of Environmentlism, The Freshwater Trust, water quality, 0

This week I had the pleasure of spending some quality time in Portland, Oregon, with the awesome people from...

An Introduction

Rick Otis, January 23, 2014, EPA, environment, environmental, environmental protection, environmental stewardship, environmentalism, free-market environmentalism, GOP, next generation, performace track, 0

Well, you’ve heard from several of my compatriots here at Conservefewell. I thought it time I introduced myself. You...

Is EPA Really Essential?

Brent Fewell, January 9, 2014, EPA, bureaucracy, bureaucritization of environmentalism, CEI, Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., conservation, David Schoenbrod, environment, environmentalism, freedom, incentives, Jonathan Adler, liberty, Marlow Lewis Jr., motives, NRDC, Peter Lehner, private property rights, regulatory agency, society, Tracy Mehan, 0

“Just abolish EPA.” I heard it again this week from a friend, when discussing the agency’s renewed focus on...

Two Veteran Lawyers Nominated for Key Environmental Posts

Brent Fewell, December 21, 2013, EPA, Air Office, climate change, Confirmation Hearing, DOJ, ENRD, Environmental Enforcement, Janet McCabe, John Cruden, Nomination, President Obama, 0

This week, President Obama nominated two veteran environmental professionals, Janet McCabe and John Cruden, to head key positions at...

Kudos to EPA for Supporting Market-Based Approaches to a Cleaner Environment

Brent Fewell, December 3, 2013, EPA, clean water, Clean Water Act, collaboration, environmental benefits, eutrophication, farmers, Gina McCarthy, market-based approach, nonpoint source runoff, ranchers, Tom Vilsack, USDA, water quality trading, 3

Today, the U.S. EPA, in partnership with the USDA, reaffirmed its commitment to water quality trading. Link to the...

Water Might be Undervalued, But It Ain’t Overrated

Brent Fewell, November 5, 2013, EPA, Water Issues, Agriculture, economy, energy production, Importance of Water to U.S. Economy, Nancy Stoner, Value of Water, 0

Linking to a new EPA report hot off the press titled, Importance of Water to the U.S. Economy, which...

Health of Our Nation’s Streams – “B+” or “D-“

Brent Fewell, October 25, 2013, EPA, Water Issues, Agriculture, Chesapeake Bay, Cuyahoga River, ecological health, Gulf of Mexico, nation's streams, nutrients, rivers, sewage treatment plants, USGS, water impairments, water quality, waters of the U.S., 0

We’ve come a long way in the U.S. since our rivers used to catch on fire. Here’s a picture of...

New High-Tech Imaging Protecting the Planet and Saving Lives

Brent Fewell, October 24, 2013, Climate Change, Energy and Resource Extraction, EPA, air pollution, dangerous gas leaks, enforcement, environmental protection, fugitive emissions, high-tech photo imaging, LDAR, oil and gas industry, Rebellion Photonics, 0

A revolutionary new technology is not only helping to protect the environment, but is now being used to save...

EPA Decision Will Effect the Future of Gulf of Mexico

Brent Fewell, September 25, 2013, EPA, Water Issues, 1

By Brent Fewell For water junkies like me, or those who care about environmental restoration, you might be interested...

EPA Goes Big with Air and Water Proposals

EPA Goes Big with Air and Water Proposals

Brent Fewell, September 21, 2013, Climate Change, EPA, Water Issues, air quality, climate change, ECOS, Gina McCarthy, jurisdiction, Lek Kadeli, Nancy Stoner, proposed rule, Rapanos, SAB, significant nexus, Supreme Court, wetlands, 0

By Brent Fewell Toward the waning hours of every administration the pace of regulating at EPA picks up –...

EPA Scores Big Victory in Chesapeake Bay Decision

EPA Scores Big Victory in Chesapeake Bay Decision

Brent Fewell, September 16, 2013, EPA, Water Issues, Chesapeake Bay, conservation, Judge Rambo, TMDL litigation, 2

Last Friday, the U.S. EPA scored a big victory against industry opponents who challenged the Agency’s authority and efforts to...

To EPA’s New Administrator – Don’t Forget About the Water

Brent Fewell, July 24, 2013, EPA, Free-Market Environmentalism, Water Issues, Clean Water Act, Federal Advisory Committees, Gina McCarthy, Ken Kopocis, market-based approaches, nonpoint source pollution, water pollution, water quality trading, 0

As many of you who read this blog know, I talk a lot about the water problems that still plague...

EPA’s Assault on State Sovereignty

Brent Fewell, July 23, 2013, EPA, The Environment and Politics, 2

Is the title of a stinging new report by the American Legislative Exchange Council. For those who are unfamiliar with...

Conservation 2.0 - regulations alone won't fix a broken earth

Conservation 2.0 – regulations alone won’t fix a broken earth

Brent Fewell, July 19, 2013, Conservative Conservationism, EPA, Free-Market Environmentalism, Species Protection, Water Issues, American Farmland Trust, Andrew McElwaine, Ben Grumbles, Brent Fults, Brooks Smith, Chesapeake Bay Nutrient Land Trust, Dave Paylor, Dave White, Ellen Gilinsky, EPRI, Freshwater Trust, Iowa Soybean Association, Jessica Fox, Joe Whiworth, Peter Hughes, Red Barn Trading, Roger Wolf, USDA, water, water quality trading, Willamette Partnership, 7

By Brent Fewell I spent some quality time this week in the wonderful city of Cincinnati, home of the...

China – A Growing Threat to the Earth

Brent Fewell, June 19, 2013, Climate Change, Conservative Conservationism, Energy and Resource Extraction, EPA, Free-Market Environmentalism, Species Protection, The Environment and Politics, Water Issues, China, conservation, conservative, Craig Simons, Diane Rehm, environmentalism, NPR, pollution, Russell Kirk, The Devouring Dragon, 1

Listened to a sobering interview yesterday on NPR’s Diane Rehm Show, with Craig Simons, author of the new book, The Devouring Dragon, which...

EPA Announces Formation of Technical Working Group to Review Ocean Acidification

EPA Announces Formation of Technical Working Group to Review Ocean Acidification

Brent Fewell, May 31, 2013, Climate Change, EPA, Species Protection, Water Issues, Amena Saiyid, carbon emissions, Center for Biological Integrity, global warming, John Reis, Nancy Stoner, ocean acidification, water quality criteria, Woods Hole, 0

By Brent Fewell As first reported by Amena Saiyid over at BNA, EPA announced this week that it plans to establish a...

EPA's Jackson Joins Apple

EPA’s Jackson Joins Apple

Brent Fewell, May 30, 2013, EPA, Apple, EPA Administrator, Gina McCarthy, Lisa Jackson, 0

By Brent Fewell Outgoing EPA Administrator, Lisa Jackson, will be joining Apple as an Environmental Advisor, according to Apple’s...

Happy, Healthy Bugs Means Healthy Waters: continued strides to restore America's waters

Happy, Healthy Bugs Means Healthy Waters: continued strides to restore America’s waters

Brent Fewell, May 29, 2013, EPA, Species Protection, Water Issues, algal blooms, Duke University, Ken Reckhow, macroinvertebrates, nature, Nicholas School of the Environment, numeric criteria, nutrients, regulations, States, TMDL, water quality, water quality standards, 0

By Brent Fewell The following may be a wee bit granular for some of my readers, but hear me...

Sue-Settle-and-Circumvent the American Public

Sue-Settle-and-Circumvent the American Public

Brent Fewell, May 23, 2013, EPA, APA, environmental regulations, Jillian Melchior, NRO, sue-and-settle, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 0

By Brent Fewell Posting below an NRO article in its entirety by Jillian Melchior, a Fellow over at the Franklin...

An Intriguing But Not-So-Bizarre Tale Involving EPA

Brent Fewell, May 8, 2013, Climate Change, Energy and Resource Extraction, EPA, Water Issues, climate change, conservation, environmentalism, Gina McCarthy, Haida Salmon Project, ocean fertilizing, Russ George, Tracy Mehan, 0

A couple of months back I posted about a promising geoengineering development here, Save the Planet – plant a...

The Face of Conservation is Changing - Cheers to Today's New Leaders

The Face of Conservation is Changing – Cheers to Today’s New Leaders

Brent Fewell, April 23, 2013, Conservative Conservationism, EPA, Free-Market Environmentalism, Species Protection, The Environment and Politics, Water Issues, Ben Grumbles, Freshwater Trust, Joanie Mahoney, Joe Whitworth, Kim Marotta, Matt Millea, MillerCoors, Onodaga County, Save the Rain, U.S. Water Alliance, William Reilly, 0

By Brent Fewell The pros and cons of living in Washington DC are receiving all sorts of invitations to political...

Gina McCarthy - A Serious Contender

Gina McCarthy – A Serious Contender

Brent Fewell, March 6, 2013, Climate Change, EPA, climate change, Gina McCarthy, Roger Martella, 0

By Brent Fewell POTUS’ nominee for EPA, Gina McCarthy, is a rare breed in DC – no doubt she’s a...

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