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Zero-Emission Cargo Handling Equipment
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is actively working towards zero-emission cargo handling equipment (CHE) as part of the overall goal to reduce statewide emissions. To aide in this goal, CARB’s Technology Assessment for CHE reviews current technologies, anticipates future innovations, and identifies ongoing obstacles in this zero-emission transition. For those managing equipment at ports or intermodal rail yards, this assessment is significant because it influences b

Derek Holmstead
6 days ago2 min read
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Renewable Natural Gas 101
Dates: November 11 - 12, 2025 Please join one of our Principals, Irra Core, and the EUCI ( Professional Development Courses,...

Irra Core
Sep 291 min read
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Reducing VOC Emissions from Storage Tanks and Weekly OGI Inspections
South Coast AQMD's Updated Rule 1178 Rule 1178 was established to further reduce VOC emissions from aboveground storage tanks located at...

Sebastien Banales
Jan 74 min read
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South Coast AQMD’s Push for Reducing VOC Leaks from Petroleum Facilities and Chemical Plants
Summary  In July 2024, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) published its Preliminary Draft Rule Language along with...

Sebastien Banales
Nov 14, 20244 min read
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Navigating the World of 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credits
The 45V credit aims to encourage the production of clean hydrogen through tax incentives.

Wesley Hovatter
Sep 13, 20242 min read
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Texas Air Permit Annual Reporting Requirements
New TCEQ annual reporting requirement for certain permit holders.

Connor McBride
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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Drinking water PFAS regulations expected to lead to new requirements for Stormwater and Wastewater Dischargers
The EPA has established maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for six PFAS in drinking water.

Mia Hill
Jun 10, 20243 min read
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Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Decarbonizing the Skies
Introduction As the aviation industry is facing mounting pressure to reduce carbon emissions, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has emerged...

Wesley Hovatter
May 24, 20242 min read
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Will the 45V Tax Credit Spur Clean Hydrogen Production?
To incentivize production of clean hydrogen, the IRA made available tax credits under Section 45V for producing clean hydrogen.

Irra Core
Feb 22, 20242 min read
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EPA Annual Emission Reporting Requirements (AERR)
The EPA is proposing changes to the existing Air Emissions Reporting Requirements (AERR). The proposed changes would require facility...

Ben Ellenberger
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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SB-253: Are you ready to report Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions?
The California Legislature has passed SB-253 and sent it to the governor, who is expected to sign it shortly. If it is signed into law,...

Ben Ellenberger
Sep 19, 20232 min read
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Transportation Refrigeration Units
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has updated the requirements for Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs). These new requirements...

Ben Ellenberger
Aug 1, 20232 min read
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Federal and State Regulation of GHGs
The federal Clean Air Act does not directly regulate CO2 or methane, two compounds that constitute 90% of GHG emissions to the atmosphere....

Ev Ashworth
Feb 27, 20233 min read
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South Coast AQMD RECLAIM Exit and New Source Review Changes
The South Coast AQMD is ending the NOx RECLAIM program, which will result in big changes to permitting requirements for new and modified...

Ben Ellenberger
Feb 10, 20232 min read
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The Black Gold Petroleum Industry is Going Blue
Hydrogen production and use has become increasingly more attractive in the industrial sector, especially in the face of a global push for...

Madison Crawford
Nov 29, 20222 min read
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California Air District Variance Process 101
Overview of Variance process in California by the local air pollution control districts.

Ev Ashworth
Oct 20, 20223 min read
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Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional (CII) Permit in SoCal
What you Need to Know: Big changes are coming for southern California businesses with more than 5 acres of impervious area. A new draft...

Elliott Ripley
Sep 7, 20223 min read
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California Stormwater Annual Report: 5 Tricks of the Trade
Under the California Industrial General Storm Water Permit (IGP or General Permit), annual reports are due in SMARTS on July 15. We’ve...

Elliott Ripley
Jul 11, 20223 min read
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Oregon One-Time On-Road Vehicle Reporting - Coming Head On!
Operators of on-road vehicles in Oregon with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 8,500 pounds that meet any of the following...

Bradley Ripa
Jun 14, 20221 min read
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Does Your Business Need a Wastewater Discharge Permit?
Will your local wastewater agency tell you if your business needs a wastewater permit or is subject to wastewater requirements? Don’t...

Christine Wong
Apr 1, 20223 min read
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