EPA EYES RULEMAKING TO CODIFY MEMO REJECTING IGCC IN AIR PERMITS

EPA is considering a rulemaking to codify its controversial decision not to require evaluation of integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC) technology as the "best available" emissions control technology for new coal-fired power plants, according to agency comments sent to a key lawmaker. EPA's decision, outlined in a letter to an industry consultant late last year, has already prompted a battle over permit considerations for new coal-fired facilities, with several environmental groups challenging EPA's decision in three separate petitions filed earlier...