Alexandra Magill Bromer

Key Takeaways The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently published a proposed rule to redefine “begin actual construction” under the New Source Review (NSR) program. The proposed rule aims to accelerate project timelines by allowing work on non-pollutant-emitting components, such as foundations and building shells, before a final air permit is issued.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) issued a proposed rule (Proposed Rule) on May 11, 2023, that would adopt new greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for certain coal and natural gas-fired power plants. The Proposed Rule was published in the Federal Register on May 23, 2023.[1] The Proposed Rule is EPA’s latest effort to decarbonize the electric energy sector.