EPA PLAN FOR 45-DAY CLEAN DIESEL EXTENSION DRAWS MUTED REACTION

Environmentalists and industry groups relying on upcoming clean fuel sulfur requirements are offering a reserved reaction to EPA's plan to allow diesel fuel distributors additional time to meet an upcoming deadline for clean diesel fuel, suggesting that the extension may not have a major effect unless EPA further delays the rule. One environmentalist says the move would not likely spark significant objections by environmental groups as long as it is not a prelude to an additional relaxation of the requirement...