Air Quality State Implementation Plans; Approvals and Promulgations: South Carolina; Second Planning Period Regional Haze Plan
Summary
South Carolina has submitted a plan to the EPA explaining how it will improve air visibility in national parks and wilderness areas by reducing air pollution over the next several years. This regulation approves South Carolina's plan, which requires certain industries and power plants to cut their emissions to help clear up hazy skies in protected scenic areas.
Key Points
- 1South Carolina must reduce air pollution from sources like power plants and factories to improve visibility in national parks and wilderness areas
- 2The plan covers the second planning period for regional haze requirements, meaning it's the updated version of South Carolina's earlier pollution-reduction efforts
- 3The EPA has reviewed and approved South Carolina's plan as meeting federal air quality standards
- 4Industries and facilities in South Carolina will need to install pollution controls or limit their emissions to meet the requirements in this plan
- 5The goal is to make skies clearer in scenic areas so visitors can see farther and enjoy better views in national parks and protected lands
Impact Assessment
If you are an energy company or industrial manufacturer in South Carolina, this means you must reduce your air emissions according to the approved state plan to improve visibility in national parks and wilderness areas.
State-specific
Significant
Key Dates
December 30, 2025
Regulatory Connections
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.