Alabama: Approval of State Coal Combustion Residuals Permit Program
EPA proposes to approve Alabama's partial Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) permit program under RCRA, shifting CCR permitting authority from EPA to Alabama.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA) space on July 30, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Coal combustion residuals facilities (power generators, manufacturers) in Alabama that manage CCR units (e.g., landfills, surface impoundments). should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the excerpt; comment period on the proposal is open (check Federal Register for exact date).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Alabama would assume primary permitting authority for CCR units, replacing direct EPA oversight. Facilities must comply with state program requirements once approved.
Who it affects
Coal combustion residuals facilities (power generators, manufacturers) in Alabama that manage CCR units (e.g., landfills, surface impoundments).
What you must do
Review Alabama's proposed CCR permit program requirements and prepare to submit permit applications to the state instead of EPA.
Deadline
Not specified in the excerpt; comment period on the proposal is open (check Federal Register for exact date).
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