Like many other
food production facilities, distilleries have the potential to produce
regulated emissions, whether through its boilers, grain dryers, aging
warehouses, or other processes, and may have to comply with federal and state
air permitting requirements. While not all distilleries will require EPA
permits, those facilities large enough to qualify will face a complicated and
arduous process of securing and renewing their EPA Title V permit per the Clean
Air Act. This course details environmental safety considerations, what
emissions requirements exist for distilleries at the federal and state levels,
what distilleries must do to remain in compliance, and what considerations you
should keep in mind when addressing these issues.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand the patchwork of federal and state permitting and emissions
regulations and how they apply to distilleries
2. Identify environmental risks associated with different aspects of the
distilled spirits operations, with a focus on manufacturing activities
3. Determine your
organization's responsibilities under federal EPA regions and state air
pollution control jurisdictions
4. Gain the tools to be able to analyze your facility’s emission points and
quantities to determine your emission requirements and evaluate future facility
expansion plans for EPA permitting purposes
5. Get tips and guidance from experts on navigating complex compliance
issues
Presenter:
Leslie Ritts
Attorney
Ritts Law Group,
PLLC