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Emission Standards for Farm Equipment - Boilers

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Boilers (Steam Generating Units) are commonly used as a source of energy on farms. There are two types of air emission regulations for boilers.

  • New Source Performance Standards for Boilers limit sulfur dioxide, particulate matter, and nitrous oxides emissions from boilers built after certain dates.
  • National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers reduce toxic air pollutant emissions, including mercury and particle pollution.
    • Standards for major sources
    • Standards for area sources

Air Monitoring at Agricultural Operations

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    • National Air Emissions Monitoring Study
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    • Emission Standards for Farm Equipment - Boilers
    • Emission Standards for Farm Equipment - Engines
    • EPA USDA Agricultural Air Quality Memorandum of Understanding
    • EPA USDA Agricultural Equipment Statement of Principles
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Last updated on May 6, 2025
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