EPA Tweaks New Mexico Coal Plant's Air Permit Objections
Published Date: 6/20/2025
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Summary
The EPA reviewed a request to challenge an air pollution permit for Harvest Four Corners in New Mexico and decided to agree with some concerns but not all. This means the company must fix certain issues to keep their permit, helping protect local air quality. Changes take effect soon, so the company and community should stay tuned for updates.
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Facility Must Fix Permit Issues
The EPA Administrator signed an order dated May 30, 2025 that granted in part and denied in part a petition challenging the Clean Air Act Title V operating permit issued to Harvest Four Corners, LLC for the 32-9 Central Delivery Point in San Juan County, New Mexico. As a result, the company must correct certain identified issues to keep its operating permit.
Local Air Quality Protection Strengthened
The EPA partially granted a petition on October 21, 2024 and issued an order on May 30, 2025 that requires fixes to the Harvest Four Corners permit, which the EPA says will help protect local air quality near the 32-9 Central Delivery Point in San Juan County, New Mexico. The company and local community should monitor upcoming changes that take effect following the order.
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