EPA Proposes Rescinding 2009 Endangerment Finding and Related Vehicle Standards
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently proposed to review and possibly reverse the 2009 Endangerment Finding decision under the Clean Air Act. This finding originally determined that new motor vehicles’ greenhouse gas emissions endangered public...
NYC’s Tier IV Engine Rule Is Now in Effect—Here’s What It Means for Your Business
At the beginning of 2025, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) began enforcing new Tier IV emission standards for stationary reciprocating compression ignition internal combustion engines. With the rule now in effect, NYC businesses that rely...
Preparing for the Upcoming NYC LL97 Compliance Reporting Deadline on May 1
In accordance with Local Law 97 (LL97) enacted by the City of New York, certain buildings within New York City (NYC) will need to report their compliance with greenhouse gas emission limitations by May 1, 2025. These buildings include single buildings in excess of...
DEC Proposal to Implement Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) released a draft regulation that will require facilities and emission sources to report their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The intention of this proposed Mandatory GHG Reporting Rule (6 NYCRR Part...
EPA’s New Rules for the Use of Carbon Tetrachloride
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized new rules (40 CFR Part 751 Subpart H: Carbon Tetrachloride) to protect workers from exposure to carbon tetrachloride (CTC), a chemical that is known to deplete the ozone layer and for its toxicity to human...
Tips for Preventing Illness in Cold Weather
As temperatures drop, we tend to spend more time indoors, which can lead to increased exposure to indoor air pollutants and higher risks of illness. Cold weather often brings a rise in seasonal flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory infections, making it essential to...
Why Convert to Electric Appliances?
A growing number of American homeowners are choosing electric appliances over traditional fossil fuel-powered options. According to a nationwide survey by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), the top reasons for this shift include: Increased...
Adopting A2L Refrigerants
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is restricting the use, production, and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) with high global warming potential (GWP) within the refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pump, fire protection, foam, and aerosol sectors. Even...
Grant Funding Available for Air Pollution Reduction
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has declared the availability of funding for grants to reduce air pollution. The grants are overall worth $3 million. The funding will be dedicated to air pollution mitigation programs specifically...
New York State’s Community Air Monitoring Initiative
Background New York State is working to improve air quality for millions of people, as poor air quality is associated with detrimental health effects. The state’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA or Climate Act) sets many ambitious goals to...