EPA v. GREEN MOUNTAIN POWER CORP.

Case summary

On July 22, 2021, EPA reached a settlement of alleged Clean Air Act violations with Green Mountain Power Corporation, a power company located in Vergennes, Vermont. EPA found that two diesel generators operated by Green Mountain Power lacked proper monitoring equipment and that Green Mountain Power had not submitted required reports and plans. Engines such as those operated by Green Mountain Power emit hazardous air pollutants. This action addresses the National Compliance Initiative for creating cleaner air for communities by reducing excess emissions of harmful pollutants. Vergennes, Vermont is not located in an area with that triggers any EJ indicators on EJ Screen at the 80% percentile. It is not otherwise identified as an area with environmental justice concerns. Vermont was notified of EPA's investigation and findings and has supported EPA's lead role in this action. Green Mountain Power has taken steps to address the violations cited by EPA and will pay a penalty of $28,800.

Defendants (1)

• Green Mountain Power CorporationNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• GREEN MOUNTAIN POWER CORPORATION (UNIT #9 VERGENNES)

  MECHANIC STREET, VERGENNES, VT, 05491

  Registry ID: 110040632508

Statutes cited

• CAA 112 — Hazardous Air Pollutants

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• GREEN MOUNTAIN POWER CORP.entered 2021-07-22

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $28,800

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2021-07-22Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2021-07-22Final Order Issued
• 2021-07-29Enforcement Action Data Entered