EPAProposed Rule
Review of New Source Performance Standards for Stationary Combustion Turbines and Stationary Gas Turbines; Reopening of Comment Period
EnvironmentEnergy
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Summary
The EPA is reviewing and reopening public comment on pollution standards for gas turbines used in power plants and industrial facilities. The agency wants to hear from the public again about whether current rules for controlling harmful emissions from these turbines are working well or need to be changed.
Key Points
- 1This rule covers pollution controls for gas turbines that generate electricity and power industrial operations across the country
- 2The EPA is reopening the public comment period, giving people and businesses another chance to submit their views on whether the current emission standards are effective
- 3Gas turbines release nitrogen oxides and other pollutants that contribute to smog and breathing problems, so these standards help protect air quality
- 4Power plants, manufacturers, and environmental groups can all provide input on whether rules should be stricter, less strict, or stay the same
- 5The final decision could affect operating costs for energy companies and influence how clean the air is in communities near power plants
Key Dates
Published
March 25, 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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