AQS Environmental Regulations & Policy 3

Question 1

Which CAA section establishes the operating permit program requiring large sources to obtain comprehensive Title V permits?

Accepted Answer

Section 502

Answer

CAA Section 502 established the Title V operating permit program, requiring major sources to obtain permits that consolidate all applicable air quality requirements.

Question 2

An area classified as 'marginal' for ozone nonattainment must attain the standard within how many years of designation?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

Marginal ozone nonattainment areas have 3 years from designation to attain the NAAQS, the shortest timeline of all ozone classifications.

Question 3

Which document categorizes industrial emission unit types and assigns applicable NSPS or NESHAP requirements for permitting purposes?

Accepted Answer

Code of Federal Regulations Part 60 subpart index

Answer

40 CFR Part 60's subpart index organizes NSPS by source category, and permit writers reference these subparts to assign applicable standards.

Question 4

Which legal doctrine allows EPA to regulate an air pollutant if it 'may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health or welfare,' as affirmed in Massachusetts v. EPA (2007)?

Accepted Answer

Endangerment Finding

Answer

The Supreme Court in Massachusetts v. EPA confirmed that EPA must make an Endangerment Finding under CAA Section 202(a) before regulating GHGs from motor vehicles.

Question 5

Which CAA program specifically addresses interstate transport of air pollution affecting downwind states' ability to attain NAAQS?

Accepted Answer

Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR)

Answer

CSAPR (also called the Transport Rule) requires upwind states to reduce power plant emissions of SO2 and NOx that significantly contribute to downwind NAAQS nonattainment.

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AQS Environmental Regulations & Policy 3