The Air Quality Control Commission held a monthly meeting to discuss rebuttal testimony regarding air quality regulations. Key topics included associated gas provisions, specifically combustion control devices and methane emission calculation logic. The meeting also addressed requirements for Emission Control Device (ECD) monitoring, the feasibility of alternate parameter monitoring systems, and the alignment of regulatory language with Quad C standards, including new requirements for video surveillance to observe visible emissions.
Sep 17, 2026
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The meeting covered regulatory business, specifically the adoption of the Regulation 19 Lead Dust Hazard and Clearance Update. Commissioners discussed training provider flexibility, alignment with federal regulations, and the quality of remote training. Additionally, the commission commenced a rulemaking hearing for Regulation 7 regarding oil and gas operations impacted by EPA emission guidelines, which included formal disclosures of potential conflicts of interest by commissioners.
Sep 16, 2026·Board meeting
Air Quality Control Commission Monthly Meeting
The meeting featured a public hearing regarding the transition to electric lawn and garden equipment, highlighting its technical feasibility and benefits for air quality and public health. Discussion also covered proposed updates to regulation seven, specifically focusing on stricter standards for closed ventilation systems and combustion devices to manage methane emissions. Stakeholders urged the commission to integrate federal safeguards and maintain accountability for industries, emphasizing the disproportionate impact of air pollution on underserved communities and the necessity of environmental justice initiatives to mitigate health disparities.
Jul 15, 2026·Board meeting
Air Quality Control Commission Monthly Meeting
The meeting focused on continuing the hearing on regulation number 27. Key topics included a debate on the disclosure of long-term contracts, the withdrawal of the SCARF proposal, the role of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) in achieving greenhouse gas reductions, and proposals for handling reporting errors and under-reporting within the compliance framework. Representatives from the Colorado Chamber of Commerce advocated against mandating the disclosure of preliminary, long-term contract data, citing confidentiality and transparency concerns.
