Watch Judicial Consent 1994 Online: A Settlement Agreement for Clean Air Act Violations

The United States Department of Justice and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have recently announced a settlement agreement with several parties involved in violating the Clean Air Act's prohibition against the sale or manufacture of devices that bypass, defeat, or render inoperative emissions controls. This agreement aims to resolve the violations and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The parties involved in this settlement include Power Performance Enterprises, Inc., Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, Industrial Development Advantage of East Chicago, LLC (IDA), and PCS Nitrogen Fertilizer, L.P. These companies have agreed to take various measures to address their Clean Air Act violations and ensure that they comply with environmental regulations.

One of the key components of this settlement is the elimination of thousands of tons of air pollution from flares at Power Performance Enterprises' facilities. Chevron Phillips has also agreed to pay a $3.4 million civil penalty for its role in violating the Clean Air Act.

In addition, the companies involved have committed to providing financial assurance to ensure funding for cleanup and future oversight costs. They will also reimburse the EPA for past cleanup costs and cover the cost of state and federal oversight at their facilities.

This settlement is a significant step towards ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and reducing air pollution in the United States. It demonstrates the commitment of the Department of Justice, the EPA, and the companies involved to protecting the environment and promoting sustainability.

The agreement will also allow for continued cleanup and redevelopment of the USS Lead Superfund site in East Chicago, Indiana, which is a major step towards revitalizing this contaminated area.

Overall, this settlement highlights the importance of environmental regulations and the need for companies to comply with them. It also demonstrates the effectiveness of collaborative efforts between government agencies and private companies in promoting environmental protection and sustainability.

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