EPAFinal Rule
Federal Plan for Existing Landfills: North Carolina and Forsyth County; Delegation of Authority
Environment
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Summary
The EPA is establishing a federal plan to control harmful air emissions from existing landfills in North Carolina and Forsyth County, and giving state authorities the power to enforce these rules. This protects local air quality and public health by requiring landfills to reduce methane and other pollutants that contribute to smog and climate change.
Key Points
- 1The EPA created a federal air quality plan specifically for landfills in North Carolina and Forsyth County that weren't meeting national air standards
- 2The state of North Carolina and Forsyth County officials now have the authority to enforce these new air pollution rules at landfills in their area
- 3Landfills must install equipment and use practices to capture and reduce methane gas and other harmful emissions that damage air quality
- 4This regulation applies to existing landfills (not new ones) that are significant sources of air pollution in the region
- 5The goal is to bring the region into compliance with federal clean air standards and protect residents from breathing polluted air
Key Dates
Published
November 26, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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