Gina N Falaschi

Gina N Falaschi

October 06, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

PADEP's RACT III Rule Requires Action From Major Sources of NOx and VOCs

The Pennsylvania Environmental Quality Board (EQB) will soon publish amendments to the Department of Environmental Protection's (PADEP) regulations in 25 Pa. Code Chapters 121 and 129 for all major stationary sources of nitrogen oxides (NOx) or volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, commonly known as the RACT III rule.

By Gina N. Falaschi and Christina M. Puhnaty

7 minute read

July 21, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

High Court Narrows EPA's Authority to Regulate Greenhouse Gas Emissions Under Section 111(d) of the Clean Air Act

The majority found that the term "best system of emission reduction" does not include a regulatory scheme that requires shifting power generation from coal to natural gas and renewable or other zero-emitting sources. While a narrow holding, this decision will impact the Biden administration's coming regulations regarding power plants and many future rulemakings as well.

By Gina N. Falaschi and Marley R. Kimelman

10 minute read

July 30, 2020 | The Legal Intelligencer

New Clean Transportation Initiatives Coming to Pennsylvania

The transportation sector is the nation's largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. To reduce these emissions, cleaner transportation initiatives are on the rise nationwide, with new state programs being announced almost daily. While California has always been in the forefront of these enterprises, other states, including Pennsylvania, are not far behind.

By Julie R. Domike and Gina N. Falaschi

7 minute read