EPA Approves Connecticut's Plan to Reduce Smog-Forming Emissions from a Natural Gas Compressor Station and Rubber Tire Factories
Official: Air Plan Approval; Connecticut; Plan for Inclusion of a Consent Order No. 8383-Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC and Negative Declaration for Rubber Tire Manufacturing Sources
Reading: EPA approval of Connecticut's SIP revision requiring RACT controls on a major VOC source strengthens federal ozone-attainment standards under the Clean Air Act.
Connecticut is part of a region that includes northern New Jersey, so this decision affects air quality across state lines.
In clear language
The EPA has approved Connecticut's plan to reduce harmful air pollution from a major natural gas compressor station in Cromwell and from rubber tire manufacturing facilities across the state. These facilities must use the best available pollution-control technology to meet federal clean-air standards for smog. Connecticut is part of a region that includes northern New Jersey, so this decision affects air quality across state lines.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Residents in Connecticut, northern New Jersey, and the New York metro area who breathe air affected by ozone (smog) pollution
- Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC and its Cromwell compressor station facility, which must now comply with stricter emission limits
- Rubber tire manufacturing companies operating in Connecticut
What can you do?
- Monitor local air quality forecasts and limit outdoor activities on high-ozone days, especially if you have asthma or respiratory issues
- Support or advocate for companies that use cleaner technologies and hold polluters accountable through community feedback
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- 2026-09-08: Rule becomes effective
No New Jersey official has a verified action on this policy yet.
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