Earthjustice

1987 Tahoe Regional Plan Updated But Environmentalists Displeased

After 25 years, the Tahoe Regional Plan, a land use plan for the Lake Tahoe region encompassing both Nevada and California prepared by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, has been updated and approved by a 12-1-1 vote, though not without controversy.

Dec 18, 2012 Tahoe Daily Tribune

Under Pressure, EPA Tightens Soot Standard

In what could be viewed as a classic environmentalist vs. business showdown, the EPA tightened by 20% the annual standard for soot over the objection of industry and some in Congress who fear it will dampen economic growth.

Dec 17, 2012 The Hill's Energy & Environment Blog

Supreme Court Rebuffs Natl. Assoc. of Home Builders

The U.S. Supreme Court turned down a request by the National Association of Home Builders to hear their lawsuit against the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District's use of the 'indirect source rule', better known as a 'smog fee'.

Oct 5, 2011 Mercury News