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Scott Segal joins Taylor Stuart and Daniel Pope on the Bracewell Environmental Law Monitor to unpack the sweeping impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” on the US energy sector. From policy changes and the future of electric vehicles, to rising energy demand from AI and data centers, the conversation highlights why a diverse energy mix is essential to powering America’s future.

Scott Segal is co-chair of the firm’s Policy Resolution Group, the government relations and strategic communications section at Bracewell. He has more than two decades of experience across a broad range of policy and communications issues, with particular experience dealing with energy, the environment and natural resources. Other areas of experience range from healthcare to financial services to trade and manufacturing issues. 

Scott Segal

Partner

Scott Segal joins Taylor Stuart and Daniel Pope on the Bracewell Environmental Law Monitor to unpack the sweeping impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” on the US energy sector. From policy changes and the future of electric vehicles, to rising energy demand from AI and data centers, the conversation highlights why a diverse energy mix is essential to powering America’s future.

Energy, Permitting and Policy Shifts Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Dive into the latest episode of the Environmental Law Monitor where Taylor Stewart and Daniel Pope chat with Scott Segal on the significant impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on energy and environmental law. Discover expert insights on policy changes, market effects and future trends.

Bracewell Environmental Law Monitor

Hosted by Daniel Pope and Taylor Stuart, the Environmental Law Monitor is a place for thoughtful conversations ranging from the latest developments to perennial topics like litigation, enforcement and compliance assurance

Environmental Law Monitor

In the latest episode of The Environmental Law Monitor, Bracewell’s <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/anouk-nouet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anouk Nouet </a>joins <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/daniel-j-pope/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Daniel Pope</a> to delve into the complexities of criminal negligence in environmental law. Using United States v. Hanousek and a major oil spill in Alaska as a case study, they unpack the legal intricacies and the unexpected outcome for Edward Hanousek, the roadmaster of the White Pass and Yukon Railroad, offering valuable insights into responsibilities and liabilities in environmental management.

Anouk Nouet is an associate in Bracewell's Washington, DC office. She advises clients on litigation, enforcement and project development matters with a focus on complex environmental and natural resources law and policy. Anouk’s experience assisting clients rule rulemakings, permitting, litigation and government enforcement spans across a variety of federal agencies including the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and state authorities.

Anouk Nouet

Associate

Explore the intriguing case of United States vs. Hanousek with Daniel Pope and Anouk Nouet on the Environmental Law Monitor Podcast, as they delve into criminal negligence in environmental law.

An Environmental True Crime: Criminal Negligence Under the Clean Water Act

Dive into the intriguing case of United States vs Hanousek with Daniel Pope &amp; Anouk Nouet on the Environmental Law Monitor Podcast, exploring the complexities of environmental crimes and negligence.

In the latest episode of the Bracewell Environmental Law Monitor, <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/ann-d-navaro/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ann Navaro</a> joins hosts <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/daniel-j-pope/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Daniel</a><a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/daniel-j-pope/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pope</a> and <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/taylor-m-stuart/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taylor Stuart</a> to discuss the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County. They delve into the ruling’s clarifications on judicial deference and an agency’s obligations under NEPA. The trio also examine the potential impacts on infrastructure projects in light of this decision.

Ann is a partner in Bracewell’s Washington, DC office. She advises on and litigates under the federal laws and policies governing natural resources and the environment. After more than 25 years as a top litigator and policy adviser to the federal government, Ann brings exceptional insight and acumen to clients seeking to build infrastructure, produce valuable natural resources, or improve government policies and programs affecting their businesses.

Ann Navaro

Explore the monumental Supreme Court decision on NEPA in the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition vs. Eagle County case with experts Taylor Stuart, Daniel Pope, and Ann Navaro on the Environmental Law Monitor podcast. Gain insights on the future of environmental compliance and infrastructure development.

Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County: Understanding the Supreme Court’s Momentous Decision on NEPA

Discover the Supreme Court's pivotal decision on NEPA's future in the Environmental Law Monitor's latest episode, featuring experts Taylor Stuart, Daniel Pope, and Ann Navaro. Dive into the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition vs. Eagle County case and its profound implications for infrastructure projects.

On this episode of the Bracewell Environmental Law Monitor, <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/jeffrey-r-holmstead/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jeff Holmstead</a> joins <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/daniel-j-pope/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Daniel Pope</a> and <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/taylor-m-stuart/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taylor Stuart </a>to discuss greenhouse gas regulations, the controversial endangerment finding and the future of environmental policy under the second Trump administration. They delve into the origins of the endangerment finding for greenhouse gases and explore its implications and the potential impact of current administration efforts to reconsider it.

Jeff Holmstead, former assistant administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency for Air and Radiation, is one of the nation’s leading climate change lawyers as recognized by Chambers USA (2008-2024). He advises clients dealing with an increasingly complex regulatory, legal and public relations landscape, drawing on his experience in policy development, administrative and legislative advocacy, litigation and strategic communications.

Jeff Holmstead

Partner, Bracewell

Revisiting the Endangerment Finding: The Future of Greenhouse Gas Regulation

Dive into the future of environmental law with Jeff Homestead on the Environmental Law Monitor Podcast as we dissect the contentious debate over the Endangerment Finding and its massive implications for greenhouse gas regulation.

On this episode of the Environmental Law Monitor, <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/daniel-j-pope/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Daniel Pope</a> and <a href="https://www.bracewell.com/people/taylor-m-stuart/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taylor Stuart</a> discuss the shifting landscape under the new Trump administration, comparing regulatory actions and priorities with those of previous administration, and delve into the complexities of NEPA regulations, endangered species and the impact of political changes on environmental legal practice. They explore how these transitions will affect legal practitioners and the energy sector and speculate on what to expect in the coming months.

Explore the Environmental Law Monitor podcast with Daniel Pope and Taylor Stuart as they discuss environmental law, policy, NEPA regulations and the shift in administration's impact on energy and environmental legal practice. Stay updated on key legal trends and insights.

Navigating the Shifts in Environmental Policy and Law Under the Trump Administration

Navigating the Shifts in Environmental Policy and Law Under the New Administration

Dive into the latest on environmental law with Bracewell's Daniel Pope andTaylor Stuart. Unpack the Biden-Trump policy shifts, NEPA changes, and what's next for energy and legal fields. Click to listen.

On this episode of the Environmental Law Monitor, Daniel Pope, Taylor Stuart, Kevin Ewing and Ann Navaro discuss the shift in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulation and break down the recent decision in Marin Audubon Society v. the FAA. They discuss implications of the DC Circuit ruling for federal agencies and what it means for the future of environmental and natural resources law and policy.

Kevin Ewing helps clients with federal natural resources law and policy. He advises chiefly energy and infrastructure companies pursuing development projects, federal authorizations, or changes in agency policy, and in responding to federal enforcement and incident investigations.  Kevin’s work extends to many statutes, including the major pollution control statutes, NEPA, NHPA, the Natural Gas Act, the Pipeline Safety laws, and federal laws governing urban parks, such as LWCFA and UPARR.

Kevin Ewing

Bracewell's Taylor Stuart, Kevin Ewing, and Ann Navaro discuss discuss the shift in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulation and break down the recent decision in Marin Audubon Society vs. the FAA.

Unpacking the NEPA Ruling: Marin Audubon Society v. the FAA

A conversation with Scott Churbock of Montrose Environmental Group on emerging technologies and regulatory developments surrounding PFAS.

Scott Churbock is Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk and Regulatory Affairs at Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. Mr. Churbock brings 25 years of organizational management experience to the Company, with expertise in environmental compliance, sustainability, and occupational health and safety.  Mr. Churbock’s accomplishments include the implementation of ISO-based EHS management systems that led to multi-million dollar regulatory and loss prevention savings as well as injury reduction rates of more than 75% in his last two positions. Programs under his direction have received multiple leadership and excellence awards from the National Safety Council, representing top 5% performance in the industry. 

Scott Churbock

Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk and Regulatory Affairs, Montrose Environmental Group

Steven Cook advises clients on matters involving environmental and natural resources law and policy. Prior to joining Bracewell, Steven served as Deputy Assistant Administrator at the Office of Land and Emergency Management (OLEM) of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 

Steven Cook

Of Counsel

Explore the complex world of PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) on this episode of The Environmental Law Monitor. 

Getting Practical With PFAS: Navigating the Challenges of Forever Chemicals

Join Daniel Pope and Steven Cook on the Environmental Law Monitor as they dive into the complex world of PFAS with Scott Churbock of Montrose Environmental Group. Discover emerging technologies and regulatory developments surrounding "forever chemicals". 

Recent Episodes

SEASON 1

Energy, Permitting and Policy Shifts Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

An Environmental True Crime: Criminal Negligence Under the Clean Water Act

Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County: Understanding the Supreme Court’s Momentous Decision on NEPA

Revisiting the Endangerment Finding: The Future of Greenhouse Gas Regulation

Navigating the Shifts in Environmental Policy and Law Under the Trump Administration

Unpacking the NEPA Ruling: Marin Audubon Society v. the FAA

Getting Practical With PFAS: Navigating the Challenges of Forever Chemicals

About The Show

Environmental Law Monitor

Daniel J. Pope

Associate

Taylor M. Stuart

Associate