The EPA published final rules for Economic Incentive Programs on April 7, 1994. These rules are intended to stimulate the adoption of incentive-based programs that will assist States in meeting air quality management goals through flexible approaches.
Sources generate emission reduction credits by reducing volatile organic compounds.
High sources can use these credits as offsets and as an alternative means of compliance. This function includes the review, evaluation, and approval of economic incentive programs submitted by States in Region 6. TX 75202-2733 EPA Headquarters Home pages 1. State Web Sites 1.