Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Source-Specific Non-CTG RACT and SIP Strengthening for Ohio
What happened
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Ohio's State Implementation Plan (SIP) revisions, signed by Donald Trump. This action addresses major source volatile organic compound (VOC) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) control requirements for the Cleveland, OH Moderate nonattainment area and Cincinnati maintenance area for the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard. The EPA also rescinded a specific VOC RACT rule for Formica Corporation, effective June 26, 2026.
Why it matters
This policy aims to improve air quality in parts of Ohio by limiting industrial emissions of volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides. It sets specific pollution control technologies for several major industrial facilities, which could lead to cleaner air for residents in affected areas.
Who it affects
- ›PPG Industries Ohio, Inc. and other Cleveland-area facilities
- ›General Electric Aviation Evendale and Tyson Foods in Cincinnati
- ›Formica Corporation (rule rescinded)
- ›Residents in Cleveland and Cincinnati ozone areas
- ›The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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