WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Oct. 31, 2006, proposed air toxics standardsfor smaller emitting sources, called area sources, of gasoline distribution facilitiesthat would prevent the loss of gasoline into the air as it is delivered to gas stations.
The rule would limit air toxics emissions from area source gasoline distribution bulk terminals, bulk plants, pipeline facilities and gasoline dispensing facilities such as gas stations, convenience stores, rental and fleet gasoline tanks.
The standards [image-nocss] would prevent the escape of approximately 46,000 tons of emissions of volatile organic compounds per year, including 3,400 tons per year of the carcinogen benzene.
The standards would protect public health and save the industry $6 million a year after facilities add the required emissions controls.
The EPA will take comment on the proposal for 30 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register.
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