Topics Related to Air Quality

State Accepting Public Comments on Modified Air Quality Permit for International Paper – Riegelwood Mill

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ)is now accepting public comments on a draft Title V air quality permit modification for International Paper – Riegelwood Mill in Columbus County. The modification is expected to significantly reduce emissions of air pollution, particularly volatile organic compounds and sulfur dioxide.Public comments will be accepted until Feb. 3.

DEQ Strengthens Air Quality Permits for 2 Duke Energy Facilities that will Reduce Overall Emissions

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is issuing permit modifications to two Duke Energy facilities for the replacement of their coal units with gas turbines, after substantially strengthening the permits based on public feedback.

EPA Comment Period for International Paper – Riegelwood Mill

December 20, 2024 - February 3, 2025, All day
International Paper – Riegelwood Mill has applied to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Air Quality (DAQ), Permitting Section, to make modifications to the facility located at 865 John L. Riegel Road, Riegelwood in Columbus County. The proposed modification revises a previously established BACT for CO for the No. 5 Power Boiler (ID No. ES-PB5), in addition to shutting down a number of permitted emission sources as part of the Mill Reconfiguration Project as described in Air Permit Application No. 2400036.24B. 

Public Comment Period: Preliminary Determination of Air Quality Permit Application for International Paper – Riegelwood Mill

December 20, 2024 - February 3, 2025, All day
Public Notice Of Preliminary Determination Regarding Approval Of An Application Submitted Under The Regulations For The Prevention Of Significant Deterioration And Title V Procedures

EPA Comment Period for SCS Sanford - Plant 13

December 20, 2024 - February 3, 2025, All day
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to:SCS Sanford - Plant 13917 J R Industrial DriveSanford, NC 27332Lee CountyApplication ID: 5300131.24A, Permit No.: 09136T14This facility applied for an Air Quality Title V Operation Permit which meets the requirements specified in 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q.0500.EPA comment period begins on December 20, 2024 and will run through February 3, 2025.

Public Comment Period: Intent to Issue an Air Quality Permit to SCS Sanford - Plant 13

December 20, 2024 - January 19, 2025, All day
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to:SCS Sanford - Plant 13917 J R Industrial DriveSanford, NC 27332Lee CountyApplication ID: 5300131.24A, Permit No.: 09136T14This facility applied for an Air Quality Title V Operation Permit which meets the requirements specified in 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q.0500.

EPA Comment Period for Cumberland Co - Ann Street Landfill

December 20, 2024 - February 3, 2025, All day
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to:Cumberland Co - Ann Street Landfill698 Ann StreetFayetteville, NC 28301Cumberland CountyApplication ID: 2600161.21A, Permit No.: 08846T11This facility applied for an Air Quality Title V Operation Permit which meets the requirements specified in 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q.0500.EPA comment period begins on December 20, 2024 and will run through February 3, 2025.

UPDATE: Public Comment Period: Intent to Issue an Air Quality Permit to Cumberland Co - Ann Street Landfill

December 20, 2024 - February 4, 2025, All day
UPDATE: This public comment period has been extended, and public comments will now be accepted through Feb. 4, 2025. Comments can now also be made via voicemail by calling 919-707-8726 and leaving a message.The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to:Cumberland Co - Ann Street Landfill698 Ann StreetFayetteville, NC 28301Cumberland CountyApplication ID: 2600161.21A, Permit No.: 08846T11

EPA Comment Period for Saft America Inc.

December 20, 2024 - February 3, 2025, All day
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to:Saft America Inc.313 Crescent StreetValdese, NC 28690Burke CountyApplication ID: 1200076.23A, Permit No.: 04595T18This facility applied for an Air Quality Title V Operation Permit which meets the requirements specified in 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q.0500.EPA comment period begins on December 20, 2024 and will run through February 3, 2025.

Public Comment Period: Intent to Issue an Air Quality Permit to Saft America Inc.

December 20, 2024 - January 19, 2025, All day
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to:Saft America Inc.313 Crescent StreetValdese, NC 28690Burke CountyApplication ID: 1200076.23A, Permit No.: 04595T18This facility applied for an Air Quality Title V Operation Permit which meets the requirements specified in 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q.0500.