Overview
The DES Air Resources Division regulates certain sources of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) pursuant to Env-A 1200. Prior to June 1, 2011, DES regulated VOCs pursuant to Env-A 1204. Chapter Env-A 1200 incorporates recommendations contained in the USEPA Control Techniques Guidelines (CTGs) in order to reduce ozone in non-attainment areas. The CTGs provide recommended control options for various categories of sources of VOCs based on reasonably available control technology (RACT).
Publications
- Controlling VOC Emissions from Industrial Sources in NH
(DES Fact Sheet ARD-21) - VOC RACT Applicability Table
Rules/Regulatory
Related Programs
Training
Resources/Links
FAQs (Complete List)
- Why did DES change the VOC RACT rules and add new source categories?
- What are the nine source categories the control techniques for which were incorporated into the VOC RACT rules?
- When will the new VOC RACT standards take effect?
Contact Us
- Technical questions:
Barbara Dorfschmidt, Senior State Permit Engineer
NHDES Permitting & Environmental Health
29 Hazen Drive; PO Box 95
Concord, NH 03302-0095
(603) 271-6796
(603) 271-1381 (fax)
barbara.dorfschmidt@des.nh.gov - Rule questions:
Barbara Hoffman, SIP Development Manager
SIP Planning and Rulemaking
29 Hazen Drive; PO Box 95
Concord, NH 03302-0095
(603) 271-7874
barbara.hoffman@des.nh.gov
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