EPA v. GRIMMELL INDUSTRIES TOPSHAM

Case summary

On July 26, 2024, EPA settled a Clean Air Act (CAA) enforcement action with Grimmel Industries, Inc. (Grimmel), owner and operator of a scrap metal shredding facility in Topsham, Maine. EPA alleged that Grimmel failed to obtain an air emissions license that covered its shredder, meet Reasonably Available Control Technology requirements, and obtain and maintain a Title V operating permit. In accordance with the terms of the consent agreement and final order, Grimmel has applied for the necessary permit to address its alleged noncompliance. Grimmel's scrap metal shredding facility is located within the Ozone Transport Region. The required permit will limit the amount of volatile organic compounds that may be released into the air. In addition, Grimmel has agreed to pay a $42,613 penalty to settle this action. EPA will inform the State of Maine of this settlement.

Defendants (1)

• Grimmel Industries, Inc.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• GRIMMEL IND., INC.

  80 PEJEPSCOT VILLAGE, TOPSHAM, ME, 04086-6194

  Registry ID: 110021131639

Statutes cited

• CAA TITLE5 — Title V Permits
• CAA 110 — Implementation Plan for National Primary and Secondary Ambient Air Quality Standards

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• GRIMMELL INDUSTRIES TOPSHAMentered 2024-07-26

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $42,613

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2024-07-26Final Order Issued
• 2024-07-26Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2024-08-12Enforcement Action Data Entered