Applicability

LAC 33:III.Chapter 6 establishes the means of enabling stationary sources to identify and preserve or acquire emission reductions for New Source Review (NSR) offsets.  The pollutants to which Chapter 6 applies are nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOC).

Eligibility

Major stationary sources are subject to the provisions of Chapter 6 for the purpose of utilizing emission reductions as offsets in accordance with LAC 33:III.504 and 510.  Minor stationary sources located in ozone nonattainment areas or Calcasieu Parish may submit ERC applications for purposes of banking.  Other sources located in EPA-designated ozone attainment areas may not participate in the emissions banking program.

Application and Reporting Forms
Emission Reduction Credits (ERC) Application Form
LAC 33:III.613.B Annual Report Forms

Guidance
Ozone Season NOx ERC vs. Non-Ozone Season NOx ERC

Inventory Comparison (updated May 2008)

2007 ERC Banking Data (documents dated 1/1/07 – 12/31/07)

[1] Ascension, East Baton Rouge, Iberville, Livingston, & West Baton Rouge Parishes
[2] Disclaimer: Posting of these documents does not imply future approval of any reduction as ERC or concurrence that reductions reflected in a previously approved ERC Certificate remain surplus.  This information is being provided solely to disseminate banking data consistent with LAC 33:III.619.A.  The department’s review and approval of an application for ERCs generally shall be conducted when a request is submitted to use the reductions as offsets.  Upon making a preliminary decision to approve any ERC, the department shall provide public notice of its decision.  The notice shall include the opportunity and time periods to submit written public comments concerning the application.