🌫️EPA Proposes Ozone Standards Failure for San Joaquin Valley
Finding of Failure To Attain the 1997 8-Hour Ozone Standards; California; San Joaquin Valley
Summary
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to determine that the San Joaquin Valley, California area failed to attain the 1997 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standard by its June 15, 2024 "Extreme" area attainment date. This proposed determination is based on quality-assured and certified ambient air quality monitoring data from 2021 through 2023.
Agencies
- Environmental Protection Agency
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The content discusses the EPA's proposal regarding the failure of the San Joaquin Valley to meet ozone standards, triggering compliance obligations under the Clean Air Act, including nonattainment contingency measures and potential fees for businesses. This affects companies operating in the region, particularly those involved in industries that contribute to ozone emissions.