Air Plan Approval; GA; Removal of Nonattainment Area New Source Review
What happened
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved changes to Georgia's State Implementation Plan (SIP), submitted by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) on June 27, 2024. These changes remove requirements for nonattainment new source review (NNSR) and related permitting, and also remove provisions for emission reduction credits (ERCs). These actions were taken because no areas in Georgia are currently designated as not meeting National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), and the policy was signed by Donald Trump.
Why it matters
The removal of these permitting requirements means that new industrial facilities or significant modifications in Georgia will no longer face specific nonattainment-related reviews, which could simplify the process for new projects. It reflects the current status of Georgia meeting federal clean air standards across the state. This change is intended to streamline regulations for businesses operating in or looking to move to Georgia.
Who it affects
- ›Businesses planning new facilities in Georgia
- ›Businesses modifying existing facilities in Georgia
- ›Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD)
- ›U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- ›Residents breathing Georgia's air
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