EPAFinal Rule
Final Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Moderate Attainment Plan Elements for the Cleveland Area for the 2015 Ozone Standard
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Summary
The EPA approved Ohio's plan to reduce air pollution in the Cleveland area to meet federal clean air standards for ozone, a harmful gas that forms from vehicle emissions and industrial pollution. This plan requires the state to take specific steps to improve air quality and protect residents' health, particularly children and people with lung problems.
Key Points
- 1Ohio must reduce ozone-forming pollution from cars, factories, and other sources in the Cleveland region to meet 2015 federal air quality standards
- 2The plan includes requirements for businesses and municipalities to cut emissions through cleaner practices and technologies over the next several years
- 3Residents in the Cleveland area may experience improved air quality, which reduces risks of asthma, lung disease, and other respiratory health problems
- 4The EPA's approval means Ohio can receive federal highway funding and avoid penalties for not meeting clean air goals
- 5Businesses operating in the region may need to invest in pollution-reduction equipment or modify operations to comply with the new requirements
Key Dates
Published
July 8, 2025
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