EPA Renews Brick Pollution Paperwork, Yawns Ensue
Published Date: 2/28/2025
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Summary
The EPA is asking to keep collecting info from brick and clay product makers to make sure pollution rules are followed. This update affects companies in that industry and asks for public feedback by early 2025. No big changes or costs are expected, just a smooth renewal to keep things running right.
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Brick and Clay Makers Keep Reporting
If you own or run a brick or structural clay products manufacturing business, the EPA has submitted a renewal to keep collecting the same pollution-control information under NESHAP (EPA ICR No. 2509.03, OMB Control No. 2030-0047). The ICR is currently approved through February 28, 2025, and the agency says no big changes or new costs are expected with this renewal.
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