🌫️Proposed Air Quality Revisions in Maricopa County by EPA
Air Plan Revisions; Arizona; Maricopa County Air Quality Department; Particulate Matter; Incinerators, Burn-Off Ovens, and Crematories
Summary
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing an approval of revisions to the Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) portion of the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP). These revisions concern emissions of particulate matter from incinerators, burn-off ovens, and crematories. We are proposing to approve revisions to a local rule that regulates these emissions sources under the Clean Air Act (CAA or "Act"). We are taking comments on this proposal and plan to follow with a final action.
Agencies
- Environmental Protection Agency
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The document proposes revisions to emission regulations for incinerators and crematories, requiring compliance from affected businesses within Maricopa County. Failure to adhere to these new standards could result in regulatory penalties, impacting operational costs.