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CAMS prioritizes the Health and Safety of all stakeholders and is dedicated to environmental protection. We believe in the core value of sustained Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Excellence. Our safety philosophy emphasizes that “ALL INCIDENTS CAN BE PREVENTED” and demands accountability from every team member. We are committed to being responsible stewards of the … Continue reading "CAMS EHS Policy"
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Proposed New Rule: MACT YYYY
Posted on Categories eSPARC NewsThe National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Rule, effective from March 5, 2004, was introduced by the EPA to regulate pollutants emitted by stationary combustion turbines, specifically targeting Hazardous Air Pollutants like formaldehyde. This rule, found under 40 CFR 63 Subpart YYYY, set emission limits for eight turbine categories. Notably, it set a formaldehyde … Continue reading "Proposed New Rule: MACT YYYY"
New for CIP Standard for Low Impact Facilities
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By Kyle Tobias, NERC CIP and Cyber Security Officer On March 16, FERC issued a new Order approving NERC CIP-003-9. The revision to the standard adds new responsibilities for CIP low impact sites and is scheduled to take effect on 4/1/2026. At the site level, you will need to formally have methods to know when vendors are remotely accessing your systems and the ability … Continue reading "New for CIP Standard for Low Impact Facilities "
The eSPARC office has moved!
Posted on Categories eSPARC NewsWe are excited about this new chapter that we are about to embark upon.
45Q Carbon Storage Tax Credit Regulations Proposed
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On May 28, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) issued a long-awaited proposal governing how companies can claim federal tax credits for carbon oxides, including carbon dioxide (“CO2”), storage under section 45Q of the federal tax code. The proposed rule impacts those who physically or contractually ensure the capture and disposal of qualified carbon oxide, … Continue reading "45Q Carbon Storage Tax Credit Regulations Proposed"
Permits by Rule Supplemental Table for Texas Title V Permits
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Texas Title V permits will now incorporate permit by rule (PBR) requirements. Beginning August 1, 2020, all site operating permit (SOP) and general operating permit (GOP) applications for initial and renewal projects, and significant revisions more than two years from renewal will be required to include the new Permits by Rule Supplemental Table (Form OP-PBRSUP). … Continue reading "Permits by Rule Supplemental Table for Texas Title V Permits"
Proposed Changes to NSPS OOOO and OOOOa
Posted on Categories eSPARC NewsOn August 28, 2019, the EPA published proposed rule changes affecting NSPS OOOO and OOOOa oil and gas regulations and have entered a sixty-day public comment period. The EPA has developed two proposals, one they describe as “primary” and the other as “alternative”. The primary proposal seeks to accomplish two things. First, to remove the … Continue reading "Proposed Changes to NSPS OOOO and OOOOa"
TCEQ introduces new tools and policies to process New Source Review applications more efficiently
Posted on Categories eSPARC NewsNew Direct Assistance Guidance The workbooks listed below are now available on New Source Review Application Tools. NSR Application Workbook This workbook contains data currently submitted through the PI-1, Table 1(a), and Table 30 for New Source Review Permit Applications. It also guides the applicant through Best Available Control Technology, monitoring, and impacts summary requirements. Note: … Continue reading "TCEQ introduces new tools and policies to process New Source Review applications more efficiently"
TCEQ announces new round of grants to help make Stationary sources cleaner
Posted on Categories eSPARC NewsOn September 28, 2018, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) announced that up to $3.6 million in grants are available for projects that reduce air pollutants from facilities and other stationary sources in Texas. Eligible individuals or businesses must own and operate, or intend to build, own, and operate, stationary sources in Texas. Following … Continue reading "TCEQ announces new round of grants to help make Stationary sources cleaner"
Proposed Revisions to AP-42 Chapter 7, Section 7.1 – Organic Liquid Storage Tanks
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Section 7.1 of AP-42 presents emissions estimating methodologies for storage tanks of various types and operating conditions. The current version of Section 7.1 (dated November 2016) includes emissions estimating methodologies for routine emissions from fixed roof tanks and floating roof tanks. These equations were developed to estimate average annual losses for storage tanks. In September … Continue reading "Proposed Revisions to AP-42 Chapter 7, Section 7.1 – Organic Liquid Storage Tanks"