Środowisko i energia · 21/07/2023

EPA Removes Emergency Affirmative Defense Provisions From Title V Operating Permit Programs and Federal Operating Permit Program

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is removing the 'emergency' affirmative defense provisions from the EPA's title V operating permit program regulations, as they are inconsistent with the EPA's interpretation of the Clean Air Act, following prior court decisions. This change aims to harmonize the EPA's treatment of affirmative defenses across different CAA programs.