Regulatory Alerts

On January 17, 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced the release of its draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) for utility-scale solar energy projects on public lands across the western region. Following a year-long engagement initiative, BLM crafted the draft PEIS to address solar development on public lands spanning 11 western states.

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: The State of Florida has been ordered to cease the administration of the State 404 program.

UPDATE: The EPA Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register, starting the 60 day clock for compliance. The Final Rule effective date is May 7, 2024.