🌫️EPA Proposes Utah Air Plan Approval for PM2.5 Standards
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve, through parallel processing, a State Implementation Plan (SIP) submission from the State of Utah with revisions to Utah Administrative Code (UAC), Utah State SIP, and the best available control measures/ best available control technologies (BACM/BACT) determinations for five facilities found in the Salt Lake City, Utah nonattainment area (NAA) for the 2006 24-hour fine particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter less than or equal to a nominal 2.5 microns (PM<INF>2.5</INF>) National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) (State of Utah draft dated May 20, 2025). The EPA is taking this action pursuant to the Clean Air Act (CAA or the Act).
Learn More⚒️Petition for Modification
This notice is a summary of a petition for modification submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by Canyon Fuel Company, LLC.
Learn More🎿USDA Seeks Input on Brian Head Resort Expansion Environmental Impact
The USDA Forest Service is preparing an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Brian Head Resort Expansion. Brian Head Resort Recreation 1, LLC (BHR) has submitted a proposal to the Dixie National Forest (DNF) to pursue approval of projects identified within BHR's 2023 Master Development Plan (MDP). The DNF is considering this proposal and is initiating the preparation of an EIS to analyze and disclose the potential environmental effects of the proposed projects (proposed action). The Planning Administrative Reviews & Litigation System number is 65965.
Learn More🌍Notice of Scoping Period for the Wild Trail Project Public Comments
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has opened a scoping period for public comments on the environmental issues related to the proposed Wild Trail Project by Northwest Pipeline, LLC in Daggett County, Utah. Stakeholders are invited to provide input on potential environmental impacts, alternatives, and mitigation measures for the project to aid in the regulatory review process.
Learn More⛏️Invitation to Participate in Coal Exploration License Application in Utah
Pursuant to the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as amended by the Federal Coal Leasing Amendments Act of 1976, and the Department of the Interior's regulations, all interested, qualified parties are hereby invited to participate with Canyon Fuel Company, LLC, on a pro rata cost-sharing basis, in the Muddy Creek Canyon program for the exploration of coal deposits owned by the United States of America in Sanpete County, Utah.
Learn More🚧Final Agency Actions on Major Transportation Project in Utah
The FHWA, on behalf of the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), is issuing this notice to announce actions taken by UDOT and other Federal agencies that are final agency actions. These actions relate to the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) which proposes reconstruction of the diamond interchange at Interstate 15 (I-15) at Santaquin Main Street, ramp improvements, widening I-15 to three lanes in both directions from MP 238 to 250, widening and modifications on Main Street between 400 East and 900 East, and the construction of multi-use paths in Utah and Juab Counties, Utah.
Learn More🏗️Environmental Review Schedule for Magnum Gas Storage Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces the environmental assessment process for Magnum Gas Storage, LLC's 2025 Amendment Project. The project involves modifying and expanding natural gas storage facilities in Utah, requiring federal authorizations and a structured comment period from stakeholders. The document details key dates and procedures for public engagement and review.
Learn More⚡Application Accepted for PacifiCorp Hydroelectric License Extension
The Department of Energy announced the acceptance of an application from PacifiCorp for an extension of the Pioneer Hydroelectric Project license. The request is under review by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and aims to manage the transition to a conduit exemption while keeping the project operational during the process. Comments and motions to intervene are solicited from the public.
Learn More⚡FERC Notice on Environmental Review for Magnum Gas Storage Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has announced a scoping period for the Magnum Gas Storage, LLC 2025 Amendment Project, seeking public comments on potential environmental impacts. The notice highlights the scoping process, land requirements, and opportunities for public participation and compliance under the National Environmental Policy Act.
Learn More🌫️Proposed EPA Regulations Impacting Utah Air Quality Standards
Pursuant to the Federal Clean Air Act (CAA or the Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a portion of a Utah State Implementation Plan (SIP) submission addressing interstate transport for the 2008 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS). The "interstate transport" provision requires that each state's SIP contain adequate provisions to prohibit emissions from within the state from significantly contributing to nonattainment or interfering with maintenance of the NAAQS in other states. In this action, EPA is only addressing the requirement prohibiting interference with maintenance, referred to as "prong 2," for the 2008 ozone NAAQS.
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