The EPA is moving forward in regulating Greenhouse Gas emissions and has published the reporting rule and its final rule to control greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from stationary sources. If you are a major source under the prevention of significant deterioration program or a major source under Title V you will be subject to this rule.
GHGs are gases that play a major role in global warming. EPA has designated six GHGs to account for in your permitting efforts. These GHGs are: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6). Companies currently planning to construct or modify any major source of GHGs should become familiar with the provisions of this rule. It is crucial for companies to determine their greenhouse gas emission baseline.