Energy & environment · 06/10/2010

California Requests EPA Approval for Perchloroethylene Air Emission Standards for Dry Cleaning Facilities

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve California's stricter air emission standards for perchloroethylene from dry cleaning and water-repellent operations, replacing the existing national standards, as part of the Clean Air Act (CAA) under section 112(l). The public has an opportunity to comment on this proposal before a final decision is made.