US EPA Grants Waivers for California’s ACC II and Omnibus Regulations
Despite the US EPA’s recent approval of the ACC II and Omnibus waivers, the state’s clean air future remains uncertain under the incoming federal administration.
Updates
Bill to Delay New Jersey ACT Implementation Advances
The bill would delay implementation of the state’s Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) regulation two years until January 1, 2027.
CARB Releases Second 15-Day Changes to Proposed ACT Amendments
These modifications arose from discussions at the October 24 CARB Board meeting. Public comment can be submitted through December 6, 2024.
CARB Overwhelmingly Approves LCFS Changes
After more than 12 hours of debate, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved amendments to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) on a 12 to 2 vote.
CARB to Vote on LCFS Amendments; CRTA Responds to Second 15-Day Change Proposal
This Friday’s vote will conclude a multi-year process on how to utilize the Low Carbon Fuel Standard program to accelerate transportation decarbonization.
CARB Opens 15-Day Comment Period for LCFS, ACT
Comments are due for both regulations before the end of October.
CRTA Responds to CARB’s “15-Day Changes” to LCFS Proposed Amendment
CRTA offered comments that express general support for CARB’s efforts to preserve and enhance the program’s stringency, but also raised concerns about additional dairy biomethane limitations.
New CADD Database Reveals No Correlation Between Digester Use and Dairy Growth Rates
The CADD database is a comprehensive tool to better track dairy operations. It is sourced from publicly available data and covers nearly every dairy farm in California.
U.S. EPA to Consider Request for California ACF Waiver
From TRC Companies | US EPA is soliciting feedback from stakeholder on California’s ACF waiver request.
CARB, CDFA Deny Petition to Regulate Dairies
Their 23-page letter reveals the effectiveness of dairy digesters in meeting California’s ambitious climate goals.
CARB Set to Vote on LCFS Amendments
The board will consider approval of the proposed Low Carbon Fuel Standard amendments on Friday, November 8, 2024 at their Riverside, CA Office.
CARB’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard is Working
To date, the LCFS has displayed 25 billion gallons of petroleum with renewable fuels.