EPA Approval for New York Power Plant to Reduce Nitrogen Oxide Pollution
Official: Approval of Source-Specific Air Quality Implementation Plan; New York; Big Six Towers Inc.
Reading: The EPA approval requires the facility to implement Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) for nitrogen oxide emissions, strengthening pollution controls to meet federal ozone air quality standards.
The plan follows federal clean air laws and aims to meet ozone standards set in 2008 and 2015.
In clear language
The EPA is approving a plan for a power plant in New York to reduce nitrogen oxide pollution from its engines to meet federal air quality standards. This approval means the facility will use better pollution control technology to help protect air quality in the region. The plan follows federal clean air laws and aims to meet ozone standards set in 2008 and 2015.
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Who does this affect?
- Residents in Woodside, Queens, New York and nearby communities who breathe the air downwind of Big Six Towers Inc.
- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which must implement this approval
- Big Six Towers Inc. and similar industrial facilities required to upgrade their pollution controls
What can you do?
- Monitor local air quality reports for your neighborhood through AirNow.gov or your state environmental website
- Support advocacy for continued strict air quality standards in your community
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