No. |
FAQ ID. |
Relevant Subpart |
Description |
Comment |
Rule References Needed? (Y/N) |
Time Sensitive? (Y/N) |
Reviewer |
Proposed Action |
Priority |
Rework |
Date Last Updated |
SAIC Approved |
EPA Approved |
200 |
e-GGRT (General) |
What are e-GGRT system requirements? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
201 |
e-GGRT (General) |
How do I turn on Javascript in my browser? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
|
|
|
202 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Will my browser back button work when using e-GGRT? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
203 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Will e-GGRT timeout due to inactivity? When does e-GGRT save? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
207 |
e-GGRT (General) |
I use both CAMD Business System (CBS) and e-GGRT. Which system should I use to update my user or facility profile? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
211 |
e-GGRT (General) |
I report emissions using ECMPS and CAMD Business System (CBS). Do I also have to submit reports using e-GGRT? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
212 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Do you expect that most current CDX users will become e-GGRT users? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
213 |
e-GGRT (General) |
If I complete user registration in e-GGRT, can I use my e-GGRT user ID and password to log in to CDX? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
218 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Does facility data have to be entered manually or can you upload the data using files? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
229 |
e-GGRT (General) |
What is e-GGRT? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
231 |
e-GGRT (General) |
When will EPA offer training on e-GGRT? |
The URL provided shows no plans for future training. Does EPA plan to provide training in future reporting years? |
N |
N |
Matt |
EPA Review |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
232 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Will EPA provide the opportunity to review e-GGRT, provide input and beta test? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
233 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Do I have to use e-GGRT to report to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP)? Are there any source categories that will not use e-GGRT? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
234 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Will e-GGRT and the XML Reporting Schema v1.0 account for reporting requirements proposed or promulgated for reporting year 2011? |
Update when new version of the XML Reporting Schema is released. |
N |
Y |
Matt |
Draft Revision |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
236 |
e-GGRT (General) |
During what hours is telephone support available? Will hours be extended during busy times? |
Limit this response to hours of operation only? The remainder of the response addresssing rule-related questions duplicates FAQ238 and probably needs updating. |
N |
N |
Matt |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
237 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Do Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) reporters have to submit Monitoring Plans? |
Add reference to 98.3(g)(5) |
Y |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
238 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Where should I submit rule related questions on Part 98? |
Email address needs to be updated to ghgreporting@epa.gov |
N |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
239 |
e-GGRT (General) |
How do I contact the e-GGRT Help Desk? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
255 |
e-GGRT (General) |
What is XML? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
268 |
e-GGRT (General) |
The ten minute inactivity timeout in e-GGRT makes me nervous. Can I save as I go? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
303 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Have any of the equations under the GHG reporting rule been revised, or have any new equations been added since the rule was finalized in 2009? |
It looks like EPA issued final rule revisions for subparts I and W on 9/27/2011 that affect calculation methods including equations. EPA is likely to revise equations in the future, so this FAQ must be updated continually if references to specific rule revision actions are to be listed. |
N |
Y |
Matt |
EPA Review |
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
304 |
e-GGRT (General) |
When asked in e-GGRT if a unit has a CEMS, is it specifically referring to a CO2 CEMS? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
305 |
e-GGRT (General) |
Does the information from the Reporting Forms populate e-GRRT fields or are they just uploaded files? If automatically populated, are these values available for review before submitting the report? |
OK |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
306 |
e-GGRT (General) |
When will the reporting tools for subparts I, L, T, W, DD, FF, II, QQ, SS, TT, and UU be available? |
Update to include due date for Track 2 reports in 2012. |
N |
Y |
Matt |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
312 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Will the data I submit in e-GGRT be treated as CBI? |
Citation may need to be updated: "(76 FR 30782, published May 26, 2011)." |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
313 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Can I mark my data as CBI in e-GGRT? |
Citation may need to be updated: "(76 FR 30782, published May 26, 2011)." |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
314 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Can I designate data as CBI in my XML file? |
Citation may need to be updated: "(76 FR 30782, published May 26, 2011)." |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
315 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
EPA has said that data submitted during the testing period will not be treated as confidential. Is there a risk that data submitted during testing will be made publicly available? |
No updates needed |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
316 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
The interim final rule published in December 2010 deferred reporting of inputs until August 31, 2011, but the 2011 reporting deadline is now September 30, 2011. How is this handled in e-GGRT? |
Questions may be obsolete since the deferred dates are now set as of August 2011. This should be removed or edited. Relevant questions can be answered w/ FAQ 317. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Withdraw |
- |
|
|
|
|
|
317 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Are inputs to emission equations being collected in e-GGRT? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
318 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Should reporters include calculation inputs when they upload XML files? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
319 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Are reporters required to use the calculation spreadsheets provided by EPA or may they use their own spreadsheets? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
320 |
e-GGRT Confidential Business Information (CBI) |
Should reporters using the calculation spreadsheets submit them to EPA? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
185 |
e-GGRT Facility Registration |
Can additional Agents be added to e-GGRT after Jan 30, 2011? |
The question needs to be updated. |
N |
Y |
Nvart |
Edit/Quick Fix |
1 |
|
11/9/2011 |
|
|
|
186 |
e-GGRT Facility Registration |
Some of us are consultants who will be populating e-GGRT on behalf of our clients. Can you explain which role we should be assigned in e-GGRT? |
Question does not refer to rule but the answer does.:"It is up to the facility to consult The Rule, Part 98.4 (specifically 98.4(a) and 98.4(b) as well as 98.4(j)) to determine the appropriate DR, ADR and Agent." No change is necessary. |
Y |
N |
Nvart |
Edit/Quick Fix |
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
187 |
Facility Registration |
Is the technical person who prepares the information for signature the "Agent" in your terminology? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
188 |
Facility Registration |
Some reporters may have the Designated Representative (DR) and (ADR) at the plant, but a corporate employee will coordinate all the reporting. Can one employee be set up as an Agent for all plants? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
189 |
Facility Registration |
Can Agents be removed at anytime? |
May want to add the following to "Yes" answer to this question: To remove one or more Agents, select the Agent(s) you wish to remove and click REMOVE. If you remove one or more Agents, e-GGRT will require you to sign a revised Notice of Delegation. To cancel the changes, click CANCEL and you will be returned to the Facility Summary page.Added the above statement. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
190 |
Facility Registration |
Does an e-GGRT user have access to multiple facilities from one login if he or she is helping multiple clients? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
191 |
Facility Registration |
Can an Agent appoint another Agent? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
192 |
Facility Registration |
Can a contractor register for e-GGRT on behalf of a client? Or should it only be an employee? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
193 |
Facility Registration |
Is there a limit to the number of Agents or Alternate Designated Representatives (ADR) for any one company? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
194 |
Facility Registration |
I am a technical professional who will be preparing the report for my plant manager to certify. Should we both go through the process for setting up a user profile? Can I be set up as a user even though I will not certify the submission? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
195 |
Facility Registration |
Must the Designated Representative (DR) and Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) appoint the same Agents? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
196 |
Facility Registration |
Is it possible for an Agent to prepare annual greenhouse gas (GHG) reports as well as submit reports? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
197 |
Facility Registration |
Do Agents need to be set up by the Designated Representative (DR) and Alternate Designated Representative (ADR)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
198 |
Facility Registration |
Does the person setting up have access to our facility data in e-GGRT? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
199 |
Facility Registration |
What address information should be entered for suppliers reporting at the company level? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
214 |
Facility Registration |
Does the Designated Representative (DR) have to be a vice president? Can an environmental manager prepare reports? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
215 |
Facility Registration |
Can the Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) create a user profile before a Designated Representative (DR)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
216 |
Facility Registration |
How does a consultant enter data for a client who is the Designated Representative (DR)? What does a consultant do on the DR and Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) screen, since the consultant is neither the DR nor authorized to appoint the DR. |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
217 |
Facility Registration |
Can a company designate more than one Alternate Designated Representative (ADR)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
219 |
Facility Registration |
So, if I understand correctly, I can register and appoint myself as the Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) and my boss as the Designated Representative (DR), but I will not get an invitation to accept the appointment until he registers and accepts? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
220 |
Facility Registration |
What is the process for changing a Designated Representative (DR) or Alternate Designated Representative (ADR)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
221 |
Facility Registration |
Like the Electronic Signature Agreement, does the Certificate of Representation need to be printed out, signed and mailed to EPA? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
222 |
Facility Registration |
Does a Designated Representative (DR) need to grant or appoint a consultant access to their facility? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
223 |
Facility Registration |
Can an ADR be appointed after Jan 30, 2011? |
The question only needs to be updated. |
N |
Y |
Nvart |
Edit/Quick Fix |
1 |
|
11/9/2011 |
|
|
|
224 |
Facility Registration |
For the Environmental Mgr to become the Designated Representative (DR) does he or she need a formal letter from the facility owners? Does that letter need be submitted with the signature page? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
225 |
Facility Registration |
Can an e-GRRT user enter in (but not sign, submit) all facility greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions without being a Designated Representative (DR), Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) or Agent? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
226 |
Facility Registration |
The Designated Representative (DR) may appoint one Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) at each facility or supplier. If my operation is both a facility and a supplier can the DR be two different people, one for the facility and one for the supplier? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
227 |
Facility Registration |
What is the difference between a Designated Representative (DR) and Alternate Designated Representative (ADR), and an Agent? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
228 |
Facility Registration |
What events require the Designated Representative (DR) or Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) to resubmit a Certificate of Representation for the facilities they represent? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
251 |
Facility Registration |
What if I can't find my facility or supplier on the e-GGRT facility search page? Will e-GRRT provide the ability to add a new facility? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
252 |
Facility Registration |
Does the facility registration process need to be completed in one session like the user registration process? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
253 |
Facility Registration |
Will suppliers of fossil fuels (such as natural gas local distribution companies) follow the same procedure to set up a companywide Certificate of Registration? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
254 |
Facility Registration |
Our operation includes a supplier under one subpart and a facility under another. Do they have to have the same Designated Representative (DR)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
267 |
Facility Registration |
If there is a change in owner or operator, does e-GGRT need to be updated within 90 days? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
270 |
Facility Registration |
Where can I find the Certificate of Representation to file? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
271 |
Facility Registration |
If a Designated Representative's (DR) or Alternate Designated Representative's (ADR) password expires, will their Agents still be able to access and work in e-GGRT? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
272 |
Facility Registration |
Must a large company with multiple facilities in different states have one Designated Representative (DR) for all facilities, or can each facility have its own DR? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
273 |
Facility Registration |
Is there any way to be the Agent for all facilities at a company and fill out only one Notice of Delegation? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
274 |
Facility Registration |
If you want someone to be able to prepare an electronic report but not submit, what role should they have? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
275 |
Facility Registration |
If the Designated Representative (DR) or Alternate Designated Representative (ADR) changes at a facility but no Agents change, must the DR or ADR submit new a Notice of Delegation for each Agent? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
283 |
Facility Registration |
What address information should be entered for facilities with no street or mailing address? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
285 |
Facility Registration |
I am required to report as both a facility and a supplier under Part 98? How will e-GGRT handle registration and reporting for my facility? |
No updates needed. |
Y |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
|
|
|
293 |
Sandbox Testing |
Can I submit my annual GHG report during the Sandbox testing? |
There will be a Track 2 sandbox in the late spring (poss. May) so sandbox FAQs may be useful but I would think think they should be retired or archived until they can be reviewed under the specific context of the actual Track 2 sandbox process. |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
294 |
Sandbox Testing |
Will data entered during Sandbox testing be saved by EPA? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
295 |
Sandbox Testing |
Will data I enter during Sandbox testing be subject to public information disclosure requests? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
296 |
Sandbox Testing |
Should I enter my actual emissions information during Sandbox testing? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
297 |
Sandbox Testing |
If I note a problem with e-GGRT during Sandbox testing what should I do? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
298 |
Sandbox Testing |
I notice that there are no webinars scheduled for several subparts for which I will be reporting. Does this mean that I'll be unable to test these subparts during Sandbox testing? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
EPA Review |
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
300 |
Sandbox Testing |
Is the e-GGRT Sandbox testing different than the beta testing of e-GGRT? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
301 |
Sandbox Testing |
Does the Sandbox testing period just give the user an early look at how e-GGRT will work? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
302 |
Sandbox Testing |
Are there specific tasks that the Sandbox users must complete during their testing period? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
367 |
Sandbox Testing |
When will the Data Reporting tab be available to start entering data? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
368 |
Sandbox Testing |
Is there a way to develop the data input needed for reporting during the Sandbox testing, save it, and then use it when performing the actual emission reporting? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
369 |
Sandbox Testing |
Do you have to be associated with a registered facility to perform the Sandbox testing or can you enter data into a fictional facility? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
370 |
Sandbox Testing |
Is there a deadline for signing up for Sandbox testing? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
371 |
Sandbox Testing |
During Sandbox testing, do we create our own facility or do we use the facility provided by EPA? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
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|
x 11/21/2011 |
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|
372 |
Sandbox Testing |
Will everyone be able to be in the Sandbox facility at the same time? And will we see each other's entries? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
373 |
Sandbox Testing |
Does my existing user name and password get me into the Sandbox? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
374 |
Sandbox Testing |
How do we train our "leadership" to sign and submit if this capability is disabled in the Sandbox? Will there be printed or PDF instructions with screen shots and flow diagrams for these steps? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Edit/Quick Fix |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
375 |
Sandbox Testing |
In the Sandbox, will I be able to test both the XML upload capability and the web forms on my one test facility? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
376 |
Sandbox Testing |
Since the Sandbox only allows for one facility is there a simple way to clear all entered data and start over to test different types of facilities? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
377 |
Sandbox Testing |
During the Sandbox testing, will we be able to create any number of units or groups with different subparts? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
378 |
Sandbox Testing |
In the Sandbox, can we submit more than once for a facility? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
379 |
Sandbox Testing |
Can we test web forms using our facility, and at a later date repeat the test using a different data set? Or, do we have only one chance to test with data? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
380 |
Sandbox Testing |
This Sandbox testing doesn't cover Subpart LL and MM, correct? I haven't gone through the website in detail yet - are there any webinars or Sandbox testing opportunities for entering data for Subparts LL or MM? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
381 |
Sandbox Testing |
When the report bug or problem link is clicked, will it keep the page we're on open? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
382 |
Sandbox Testing |
Will there only be any additional testing opportunities after the June Sandbox testing period and before the first reporting deadline on September 30, 2011? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Draft Revision |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
383 |
Sandbox Testing |
Is there a chance that any of the calculation spreadsheets will be revised between the Sandbox testing and when e- GGRT is available for actual reporting? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
384 |
Sandbox Testing |
Will all subparts be available during the Sandbox testing? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Draft Revision |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
385 |
Sandbox Testing |
Might the XML schema change as a result of Sandbox testing? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
386 |
Sandbox Testing |
My XML report generation tool will not be ready until late in the year. Can I access the Sandbox at that time? |
Updates could be needed for track 2 subparts |
N |
N |
Matt |
Draft Revision |
3 |
|
|
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|
|
204 |
User Registration |
I am a CAMD Business System (CBS) user. What information will be imported to e-GGRT during user registration? |
No. All facilities, whether they are CAMD (old or new) or non-CAMD, are registered the same. CAMD facility information is no longer exported into e-GGRT. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
11/9/2011 |
|
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|
205 |
User Registration |
Are the Certificates of Representation still required to be submitted by Jan 30, 2011 (for reporting year 2010), if EPA has the current Designated Representative (DR) registered in CAMD Business System (Part 75 CAIR)? |
Needs to be made generic, remove the date. |
N |
Y |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
11/16/2011 |
|
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206 |
User Registration |
If someone has both a CAMD Business System user account and a CDX account which one do they use to log in to e-GGRT? |
May want to reword it. Added "You can however, use your CDX user name and password to login to eGRRT." |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
11/9/2011 |
|
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|
208 |
User Registration |
I am the Designated Representative (DR) in CAMD Business System (CBS). Do I need to be the first user to log in to e-GGRT for my facility or can someone else log in first? |
No longer relevant, stopped importing CAMD facility data into eGRRT. Need to delete. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
|
|
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|
209 |
User Registration |
Is it mandatory to link the CAMD Business System Designated Representative (DR) user account with the e-GGRT DR user account? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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210 |
User Registration |
Why can't I find my CAMD Business System (CBS) facility in the facility search page? |
May want to delete the question. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Withdraw |
- |
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240 |
User Registration |
The address shown for the Electronic Signature Agreement submission looks like a street address. Can we send the Electronic Signature Agreement by via regular mail, certified mail or other express mail? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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241 |
User Registration |
Similar to Toxics Release Inventory (TRI), does only the certifier need to complete the Electronic Signature Agreement or do all users and Agents? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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242 |
User Registration |
Will it be possible to get a copy of the e-GGRT Terms and Conditions so I can review them in advance? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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243 |
User Registration |
If a single individual will be entering information for multiple facilities, can a single Electronic Signature Agreement be submitted to cover all facilities or will multiple Electronic Signature Agreements need to be submitted? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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245 |
User Registration |
If I've already submitted an Electronic Signature Agreement for my CDX account, do I have to submit another one for e-GGRT? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
246 |
User Registration |
If I've submitted an Electronic Signature Agreement for my CAMD Business System account, will that work for e-GGRT? |
This is how the ESA linkage is performed the FAQ is correct, no need for change. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
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247 |
User Registration |
To what address do I send the Electronic Signature Agreement? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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248 |
User Registration |
My Electronic Signature Agreement is lost. How do I print a new copy and mail it in? |
May want to reword it to make it clear.Updated the question and the answer as follows: |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
11/15/2011 |
|
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249 |
User Registration |
Why would EPA reject an Electronic Signature Agreement? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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256 |
User Registration |
Do Agents have a different login and password from the Designated Representative (DR)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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257 |
User Registration |
What happens if you do not complete user registration in one session? Can you start again later? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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258 |
User Registration |
Does e-GGRT allow an international address in the user profile? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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259 |
User Registration |
Is there a mechanism to support multiple companies from a single email address? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
260 |
User Registration |
How often do I need to change my e-GGRT password? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
261 |
User Registration |
I forgot my e-GGRT user name. How do I retrieve it? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
262 |
User Registration |
I lost my password. How can I get it reset? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
263 |
User Registration |
How do I reset my expired password? |
Need to be updated, add instructions how to reset. Added instructions for resetting password. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
11/9/2011 |
|
|
|
264 |
User Registration |
How do I unlock my e-GGRT account? |
No updates needed. |
|
|
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
265 |
User Registration |
During user registration, I already provided a secret question and answer. Why do I also need challenge questions and answers? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
269 |
User Registration |
If I submit data only once a year, why does the password expire every 90 days? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
277 |
User Registration |
Can you log in to e-GGRT with your ECMPS user name and password? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Nvart |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
1 |
A |
What is the action being taken? |
Fixed tenses. |
Y |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
2 |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
2 |
A |
What is the purpose of the rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
|
3 |
A |
What is the effective date of the rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
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5 |
A |
Who will have to report under the final rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
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x 11/21/2011 |
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7 |
A |
Which greenhouse gases (GHGs) are covered under the rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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9 |
A |
Are mobile sources included in this rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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10 |
A |
What is the definition of a "facility"? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
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11 |
A |
Will EPA collect data at the unit-, facility-, or corporate-wide level? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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12 |
A |
Will EPA accept emissions information from facilities that do not have to report under the mandatory reporting rule? Basically can reporters provide voluntary information to EPA following MRR protocols? In turn would EPA keep this info and share it with the states? |
Revise to make explicit EPA's policy with respect to reporting by facilities/suppliers that do not meet threshold. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
3 |
|
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13 |
A |
Can you please describe what constitutes a facility? For example, if a hospital has four buildings, does the rulemaking pertain to the four buildings as a composite, or to each individually? What if the four separate buildings are connected by above-ground or below-ground walkways/tunnels? What if an industrial campus has several different businesses on its property? Each business calculates their own? And if one of the businesses has several buildings, are they treated as a composite or individually? Additionally, the same would apply for a University that has buildings on one campus, or as in many urban settings, the buildings are located in various addresses in a city. |
The response assumes that the properties for the two companies in the industrial park example are contiguous. This may not be the case. Should be updated to include other instances. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
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14 |
A |
What is the estimated cost to implement this rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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15 |
A |
What impact does this rule have on small businesses? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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16 |
A |
Did EPA engage stakeholders in the development of the rule? |
No updates needed, unless EPA wants to include new stakeholder engagement in 2012 reporting. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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17 |
A |
Was my comment submitted during the public comment period addressed? |
May need to be updated to include new comments to reporters documentation and rule signing dates. |
Y |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
|
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18 |
A |
Is this rule a cap and trade regulation? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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20 |
A |
Does the rule apply to U.S. Territories? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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21 |
A |
How did EPA develop the general threshold of 25,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (mtCO2e) per year? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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22 |
A |
How much is 25,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent (mtCO2e)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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23 |
A |
Are there some sectors where all facilities have to report regardless of whether they meet the 25,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (mtCO2e) annual threshold? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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25 |
A |
Will all direct emitters of greenhouse gases (GHGs) be included in the rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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26 |
A |
Is there a simple way for facilities with stationary fuel combustion units to determine if they will be required to report? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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27 |
A |
Will individual home owners be required to report under this rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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28 |
A |
Will individual car or truck owners be required to report? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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29 |
A |
Will owners of commercial buildings be required to report? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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30 |
A |
Will federal, state, or local facilities have to report emissions? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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31 |
A |
Are terrestrial carbon sequestration ("sinks") and offsets projects included in this rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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32 |
A |
Why are both downstream and upstream reporting required? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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33 |
A |
Will there be double-reporting of emissions under this rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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35 |
A |
How is the reporting of ethanol production and or biogenic emissions being handled in the rule? |
No updates needed unless EPA wants to update information about the following "At this time, the Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gases Rule does not require emissions from onsite industrial landfills and wastewater treatment to be reported (see Question 1)." |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
2 |
|
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36 |
A |
The Applicability Tool says I need to report, but I don't think the tool is right. Please confirm. |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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37 |
A |
Is applicability based on actual emissions or potential emissions? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
|
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42 |
A |
How will emissions data be verified? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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43 |
A |
Will EPA provide training and guidance for reporters? |
May need to update based on new webinars/training for 2012 reporters: "Finally, EPA will be hosting a number of webinars and attending meetings to provide information to reporters about the final requirements." |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
EPA Review |
2 |
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45 |
A |
If facility intends to obtain fuel usage data from utility bills, but its utility bills reflect fuel usage through middle of the month, how does EPA recommend a facility estimate fuel use for the calendar year? Is it acceptable to pro-rate fuel use? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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50 |
A |
When are reporters required to complete their GHG Monitoring Plan? |
Monitoring Plan dates may need to be updated to include 2012 Reporters. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Draft Revision |
2 |
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51 |
A |
What representative of a reporting facility is in charge of reporting? For example, is it the operator or facility owner? What if a contractor operates a facility owned by someone else? Lastly, can a third partybe hired to report on behalf of the reporting facility? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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53 |
A |
Does this final rule preempt states from regulating or requiring reporting of greenhouse gases (GHGs)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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54 |
A |
Will data collection be delegated to state agencies? |
"EPA carefully considered the issue of state delegation, particularly in light of the leadership and experience of several states in developing greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting and reduction programs, and also in the context of the pressing need for a nationwide reporting program and the strong emphasis placed in the vast majority of the rule comments for EPA to ensure that data collection begins on January 1, 2010 and that data are reported early in 2011. " May want to update dates since reporting was in late 2011. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Edit/Quick Fix |
2 |
|
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56 |
A |
How is this reporting rule different from the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks report (Inventory)? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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57 |
A |
Will this rule negate the need for the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks in the future? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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58 |
A |
Would this rule need to be addressed in Title V operating permits? |
Only needs updates if the following has been changed: "Currently, the Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gases Rule requirements do not have to be incorporated into a facility's Title V permit." |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
EPA Review |
1 |
|
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59 |
A |
How could the passing of the Waxman-Markey Bill affect this regulation? |
Waxman-Markey never became law. Delete or make question more generic. (The existing response would be appropriate for many questions on legislation before Congress.) |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Withdraw |
- |
|
|
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60 |
A |
How will the GHG Reporting Rule fit in or be harmonized with state and local reporting obligations for criteria pollutants, toxics, and state-specific GHG reporting requirements? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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61 |
A |
How will data be efficiently shared among existing state greenhouse gas (GHG) programs and this new federal reporting program? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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62 |
A |
Where can I find more detailed information on the rule? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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110 |
A |
If two entities share a Title V permit would that preclude them from reporting separately even if there is no common ownership or control? |
No updates needed unless EPA wants to update its ruling on Title V permits. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
EPA Review |
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
126 |
A |
If a campus is divided by several blocks of property not owned by the entity – can that area be defined as a facility by itself? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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127 |
A |
If a campus is divided by a non-owned body of water (e.g., a river), does that create two distinct facilities? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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129 |
A |
I leased space within my definition of "facility", if I do not track fuel use for that space, do I have to include it in my report? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
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x 11/21/2011 |
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130 |
A |
I have space which I own, but lease to a third party within my "facility" and the tenant pays the utilities, do I have to include that building space? |
No updates needed. |
N |
N |
Caitlin |
Post |
- |
|
|
x 11/21/2011 |
|
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Some entities may choose to report all greenhouse emissions for ease of data management, even if some sources do not meet the definition of "facility" and exceed the threshold. If cap and trade rules on greenhouse gas emissions are promulgated in the future and GHG Reporting Rule data is used to establish a cap and trade system, could you speculate whether entities would be able to restate their emissions? |
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Provide one or two specific examples of what would be acceptable to EPA under §98.3(g)(5)(i)(B), "Explanation of processes and methods used to collect the necessary data for the GHG calculations". |
No updates needed. |
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In the event fuel volume is based on third-party fuel billing meters that meet the exemption in 98.3(i)4, what are the record keeping requirements? |
No updates needed. |
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How did EPA use input from stakeholders in the development of the proposed rule amendments? |
No updates needed. |
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Section 98.4(b) states the designated representative shall be an individual selected by an agreement binding on the owner or operator of the facility. What constitutes the "agreement"? |
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For subparts that were published on June 12, 2010, which are magnesium production (subpart T), underground coal mines (subpart FF), industrial wastewater treatment (subpart II) and industrial landfills (subpart TT), when is the Certificate of Representation (COR) due? |
No updates needed unless these dates have changed: "Subparts T, FF, II, and TT facilities must submit their first GHG report to EPA on March 31, 2012 for 2011 emissions. They must submit their COR no later than 1/31/2012." |
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When are the requests for use of Best Available Monitoring Methods (BAMM) for subparts T, FF, II, and TT due? |
No updates needed unless these dates have changed:"For subparts that were published on June 28, 2010, which are magnesium production (subpart T), underground coal mines (subpart FF), industrial wastewater treatment (subpart II) and industrial landfills (subpart TT), the BAMM request is due October 12, 2010. The use of BAMM will not be approved beyond December 31, 2011. Note: The rule does not automatically authorize use of BAMM for the first quarter of 2011 for subparts T, FF, II, and TT." |
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For subparts T, FF, II, and TT, is the use of Best Available Monitoring Methods (BAMM) automatically allowed for the first quarter of 2011 (January 1, 2011 to March 31, 2011)? |
No updates needed unless these dates have changed:"No, the use of BAMM is not automatically allowed for the first quarter of 2011 for subparts T, FF, II, and TT. Facilities must submit a request to use BAMM by October 12, 2010. The use of BAMM will not be approved beyond December 31, 2011. |
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My facility has completed its use of best available monitoring methods (BAMM) and is now fully following the methods in the final rule. Do and I need to notify EPA of this change? |
No updates needed. |
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The definition of "owner" and "operator" under 98.6 refers to a "person." Is a person only a single individual? |
No updates needed. |
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What does EPA mean by the term "sequential or simultaneous" in the definition of co-generation? |
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Does the roll-up calculator distinguish between direct emitters and suppliers? |
No updates needed. |
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Who must submit requests and one-time reports to EPA under Part 98? |
No updates needed. |
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There are currently no CEMS available at my facility. Is there a provision to allow calculations of Tier 1, 2 or 3 if the cost of purchasing and installing CEMS will be seriously detrimental to the company? |
Change "CEMS are" to "CEMS is" in 2nd sentence of response. Delete 2nd paragraph, which is applicable to RY2010 only. |
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Should pilot gas be included in greenhouse gas calculations? |
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Where does no. 2 diesel fuel fit into Table C-1 and C-2? |
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Where the heat input capacity of a combustion unit is less than 250 mm Btu per hour input capacity and the unit is not subject to Tier 3 or 4 per Subpart Y of Part 98, and where there might be more than one fuel type fed to...? |
Change "mm Btu" to "mmBtu" in question. |
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40 CFR §98.33(a)(3)(iii) indicates that "For units that combust municipal solid waste (MSW) and that produce steam, use Equation C-2c of this section". However, Table C-1... |
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Does fuel use for comfort heating and hot water heaters need to be reported? |
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Would fuels combusted in a test stand be considered as stationary fuel combustion when the articles being tested are mobile sources (aircraft, rocket, missile, spacecraft)? |
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For CAIR-affected units that monitor SO2 and NOX emissions and Heat Input using the provisions of Part 75 Appendix D & E, but are not required to report CO2 mass emissions, may Part 75 Appendix G be used for CO2 reporting under Part 98? |
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For a unit that currently uses gas monitors for other pollutants, but does not have a flow monitor, is it necessary to install and certify a flow monitor by March 31, 2010...? |
Reword question and response to make it applicable to RY2011. Can be deleted for RY2012. |
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If a non-Acid Rain unit combusts coal or other solid fossil fuel and has gas monitors installed but does not have a stack flow monitor, is installation and certification of a stack flow monitor required? |
Retain 1st sentence of response only (and include citation for flow monitor requirement). |
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If a unit that combusts only fossil fuels has a CEMS for CO2 and uses Tier 4, must CO2 be reported by fuel type? |
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For a unit that combusts fossil and biomass fuels that has a CEMS for CO2 and uses Tier 4, must CO2 be reported by fuel type? |
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For a group of units that combusts only pipeline quality natural gas, may a shared fuel flow meter on a common pipe or gas supplier billing meter data be used to determine the CO2 mass emissions for the group of units? |
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For a unit that has an O2 monitor and doesn't meet the conditions required to use Tier 4, but elects to use Tier 4, what are the monitoring requirements? |
Spell out acronym (RATA)? (RATA = relative accuracy test audit.) |
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For a source that has CEMS for other pollutants, but not for CO2 mass measurement, and is required to use Tier 4, when must the monitors be installed and certified? |
Delete or revise to make applicable for new facility, i.e., how soon after beginning of operations must CEMS be installed and certified and CO2 data recorded and reported to EPA? |
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If the HHV is known as part of a general energy management system, but not sampled on a routine basis, may Tier 1 be used? |
Address requirement for units >250 mmBtu/hr. |
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If a combustion unit is greater than 250 mmBtu per hour, combusts a biomass fuel listed in Table C-1, and receives HHV data at the required frequency in §98.34(a), may Tier 1 be used per 40 CFR 98.33(b)(1)(iii)? |
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For a non-Acid Rain combustion turbine rated over 250 mmBtu per hour that only burns diesel oil and pipeline natural gas, is it acceptable to use Tier 2... |
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For diesel fuel (e.g., No. 1 or No. 2 fuel oil) shipments that are received 1 or 2 times a year, is it sufficient to sample the fuel carbon content upon receipt of each shipment for Tier 3? |
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For a unit that is not required to use Tier 4 (CEMS monitoring), which tier is required if you receive HHV with some coal shipments, but not every coal shipment? |
Consider adding discussion of missing data procedures for fuel lots for which no HHV is obtained? |
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Is the use of Subpart C tiers required after 2010 and is it acceptable to use the best available monitoring provisions under Subpart A beyond 2010? |
Delete unless there are exceptions to prohibition on using BAMM after RY2010 (i.e., for Track 2 facilities) |
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Does Tier 3 have to be used if a unit is less than or equal to 250 mmBtu per hour, but has a continuous gas chromatograph to determine carbon content? |
Add rule reference |
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What Tier, if any, must be used for a fuel not listed in Table C-1 that is less than 10% of the heat input of a combustion unit? |
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If a combustion unit with a heat input capacity less than 250 mmBtu per hour burns both natural gas and a liquid fuel, and the quantities are known... |
Add rule reference |
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Do facilities that are required to use the Tier 4 calculation methodology in subpart C have to apply for an extension under 98.3(d)(2) if they cannot get the appropriate equipment in place by March 31, 2010? |
Delete. Revised FAQ 78 will cover this issue for RY2011 and beyond. |
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Does EPA accept thermal flow meters for measuring volumetric flow rate under 98.34? |
Add rule reference |
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Are orifice, venturi, and nozzle flow meters required to have temperature, and total pressure transmitters located on the flowmeters? |
Add rule reference |
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For a unit that operates continuously with infrequent outages and will not be able to meet the April 1, 2010 deadline for the initial calibration of a Tier 3 fuel flow meter, does the facility have to request an extension from EPA? |
Delete? |
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What should facilities do if the calibration error for fuel flow meters that exceeds the 5.0% performance specification? |
Revise for RY2011 and beyond to remove reference to BAMM. Add rule reference. |
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For Tier 3, if the equipment in place on January 1, 2010 is unable to measure carbon content and molecular weight of the fuel on a daily basis, must that equipment be replaced? |
Update question and response to make it applicable to RY2011 and beyond. |
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If a facility has a billing meter for natural gas distributed to the combustion units throughout the facility, and if these combustion units also have their own meters, is there an obligation... |
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Is there a recurring fuel flow meter calibration requirement for Tier 1 and Tier 2 units? |
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Does the calibration exemption for fuel billing meters still apply for common pipe reporting option? |
Add rule reference |
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Can I use more than 1 Tier Method for my facility? |
Add rule reference |
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I have a natural gas emergency generator and a boiler in a building within the facility but no means to separate the usage out – how do I account for that, since the e-gen is not included? |
Add rule references |
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I have natural gas meter records for a building that uses natural gas for heating and cooking – but no separate meters – how do we account for that? |
Add rule reference |
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I do not have a fuel meters at a building on the source, but know how much fuel is delivered. This is not the actual amount used, since my inventory at the beginning of the year may be different than the end – should I use the delivered amount? |
Edit question ("I do not have a fuel meters on the source at a building on the source...") and add rule reference. |
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Please explain what High Heat Value (HHV) testing is and how a school's EH&S personnel would know if this is occurring? |
Response doesn't really address the question. Revise one or the other. |
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Would a boiler (or other combustion unit) that is mounted on a trailer or movable platform, that is used to provide temporary services while facility equipment is serviced, upgraded, or replaced, and where such equipment remains at the facility... |
Add rule reference for exclusion of portable equipment (40 CFR 98.30(b)(1)). |
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Would the following be considered stationary or portable sources, assuming their location falls within the definition of facility? |
Reformat. Add rule reference. |
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Many facilities use mass or volumetric flow meters to measure gaseous streams. Please confirm whether it is acceptable to use a mass flow meter to determine the volumetric flow rate of gaseous streams under Subpart C or the GHG Reporting Rule. |
Add rule reference |
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With respect to coal or fuel oil, the rule requires analysis of at least one representative sample from each lot. Does EPA have any additional guidance on what constitutes a "lot?" |
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If coal comes from the same source, how many deliveries must be analyzed to have a representative sample? |
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How do you report a unit in e-GGRT that uses Tier 2 or 3 for part of the year and CEMS for the remainder of the year? |
Add rule references |
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How do you report in e-GGRT a fuel that changed calculation methodology from Tier 1 to Tier 2 for a given configuration during the middle of the year? |
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To what precision should emission values for CO2, N2O, and CH4 be reported in e-GGRT? |
Add rule reference |
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If I am only reporting subpart C emissions for the 2010 reporting year, am I allowed to use the subpart C abbreviated reporting module? |
Delete |
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If a facility is eligible to use the subpart C abbreviated reporting form, is it required to or may it use the full subpart C reporting form? |
Delete |
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What are biogenic emissions? |
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What are non-biogenic emissions? |
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If multiple subparts apply to our sources such as subparts A, C, and D, are we reporting data under all three subparts? |
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For Tier 4 configurations, if there is no missing data, do you still have to report total operating hours in the reporting year and zeros for hours in which substitute data was use? |
Correction: "if there are no missing data..." |
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Is a blend of natural gas and biogas a unique fuel type that must be added? |
Add rule reference |
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If a natural gas common pipe is connected to a series of small combustion units and a subpart D unit, how should emissions be reported? |
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Am I required to report emissions for emergency generators? |
Add rule reference for emergency generator definition (40 CFR 98.6). |
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Is there a limit on the number of units or fuel types listed for an aggregation of units configuration? |
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Can you change configuration types from year to year? |
Add rule references? |
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Is there any flexibility in deciding what configuration type I can use for a unit or group of units? |
Add rule references to aggregation of units and common pipe configurations? |
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Am I required to enter emissions for each fuel type? |
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If a facility is permitted to burn fuel of a certain type, is it required to identify that fuel type in e-GGRT? |
Question could be clarified to indicate that we are talking about fuels that are permitted but not actually used by the facility in the reporting year. |
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For Tier 3, if I have multiple combustion sources using a single fuel type, should I enter this as an aggregation of units? |
Add rule references |
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Will e-GGRT import any data from Electronic Data Reports (EDRs) or CAMD? |
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Will a subpart D unit that co-fires biogas have to set up both Subpart D and C modules to calculate the biogenic CO2 per 98.33? |
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Are CAIR units part of Subpart D reporting? |
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Are processes with scrubbers that decompose F-GHGs required to submit the one-time report required by §98.126i, even though they have no combustion control device and do not technically emit "PICs" from the scrubber vent ? |
Delete. Date for submission of one time report (6/30/2011) has passed. |
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On March 18, 2011, EPA extended the deadline for reporting 2010 GHG data from March 31, 2011 to September 30, 2011. Does this extension also apply to the one-time reports that are due on March 31, 2011, and that are required under subpart O at §98.156(e)? If not, then how and where should these reports be submitted? |
Delete. Date for submission of one time report (3/31/2011) has passed. |
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Does subpart P require me to account for ammonia emitted as an air emission? |
No updates needed. |
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For petroleum refineries, which subpart should be followed for flare calculations? Section 98.252(a) says to use Subpart C. However, section 98.253(b) specifies a method for flares. |
No updates needed. |
N |
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Are you required to submit information for all of the "facility-level emissions" categories within Subpart Y, even if no emissions exist for some categories? |
Only needs updates if EPA decided that certain facilities do not need to report in all of the unit and facility-level sections in Y. |
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Caitlin |
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For storage tank emissions reported in Subpart Y, do you enter aggregate emissions or emissions on a tank-by-tank basis? |
No updates needed. |
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Caitlin |
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The definition of the source category for Pulp and Paper is relatively broad to include a range of pulp and paper manufacturing activities. If a facility falls under the definition of 98.270 (a) but does not contain emission units specified in 98.270(b) for which greenhouse gas emissions must be reported, is such a facility subject Subpart AA? |
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For subpart AA in e-GGRT, on the screen to enter CO2 emissions from makeup chemicals, why are there two boxes to check? |
Suggest editorial revisions; language in first sentence is awkward. |
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For subpart AA in e-GGRT, can a reporter add multiple instances of makeup chemical use? |
Mass quantity of makeup chemicals/year is specified in calculation in 98.273(d). |
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Is a paper making company required to report GHG emissions under Subpart AA if the only source of emissions is on -site combustion? |
Reference to the units required in 98.270(b) might be added. |
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Do small, non-gassy mines need to report MSHA samples quarterly even though they are not specifically required to? |
OK. (May be subject to future rule change.) |
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The landfill industry uses a portable meter that uses an IR method to determine methane and carbon dioxide concentrations. Has the EPA determined if these units are acceptable and comply with the accuracy required by the rule?The landfill industry uses a portable meter that uses an IR method to determine methane and carbon dioxide concentrations. Has the EPA determined if these units are acceptable and comply with the accuracy required by the rule? |
98.644(b)(6) should be referenced |
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When does moisture content need to be corrected for in Equation HH-4? |
Reference to 98.343(b)(1) is required. This question is ok, and direct. However, moisture content came up quite a bit during the last cycle--we may want to add more FAQs |
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What models are acceptable for performing the calculations in subpart HH? |
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How should inert wastes be accounted for in Equation HH-1? |
Could be more broadly rewritten to incorporate Q359. |
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The methods listed in section 98.344 are not applicable to my monitor, how should I calibrate? |
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What is the definition of facility as it relates to landfills and landfill gas to electric (LFGTE) plants? |
This should be updated in the event that this guidance from EPA has changed (Marty hinted that it might be; I do not know if additional guidance was issued). References to the facility definitions in subpart A should be included |
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We do not have any records or receipts for the waste quantities that were placed in our landfill before 2000, how do we estimate historic waste quantities before that year? |
Could be rewritten to actually specify the methods included in 98.343(a)(3). |
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If an MSW landfill has a dedicated area which receives waste other than MSW, may this area be excluded from the rule requirements? |
Should reference facility requirements in Subpart A. Can be expanded to discuss how the calculations are applied when different types of waste exist (see JIRA 15335) |
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If an MSW landfill is later remediated as a hazardous waste landfill, does it need to comply with the rule? |
Could include reference to applicability requirements in 98.340. |
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If I use a flame ionization detector (FID) or an infrared (IR) monitor, am I required to determine an annual non-methane organic correction factor? |
Needs to be cross-referenced or (preferably) combined with Q98. |
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Do landfills have to report the biogenic CO2 that is included in LFG emissions and the CO2 that is emitted from flares? |
Refer to 98.342 (CO2 not included in gases to report) and 98.30(a)(4) (exclusion of flares from Subpart C). |
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How does EPA define "at least weekly" in the monitoring requirements? |
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If all of our landfill gas gets piped offsite to another facility, what do we need to report? |
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Can an alternate oxidation factor, other than 10% be used in the calculations? |
Can this be rewritten to tell the user why an alternate oxidation factor cannot be used? Also, rule reference required. |
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Do passive flares count as "gas collection systems" under the provision below? Do the landfills with these systems have to collect data weekly? |
Delete the part of the question asking about "weekly"--it's not relevant. Could be expanded w additional detail (several JIRA tickets on this) on passive flares (there was some confusion for users as to if their systems were passive or not).l |
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Does EPA's definition of treatment equipment include moisture knockout and blower systems? Is it acceptable to EPA for the flow meter to be placed after the moisture knockout and blower or is it required to be placed before these items? |
Rule reference is 98.343(b), however, this is an interpretation of the language. |
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Are annubars or v-cone flowmeters acceptable for compliance with the rule requirements? |
98.344(c) is the only necessary citation. Note on calibration is unnecessary, as it's specified in same rule reference. |
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Is weekly monitoring of both gas flow and methane concentration allowed? |
Rephase into a more general question about acceptable monitoring periods; combine with 112 above. This answer is also slightly confusing--it answers "no," then states that it is allowed if continuous monitoring is not in place. |
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The applicability tool refers to a 350,000 waste-in-place threshold. Is reporting required if the total waste-in-place is less than 350,000 tons? |
Could refer to applicability sections in rule. |
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Can a landfill ever stop reporting under the rule? |
Include rule citation |
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My site has a gas collection system, which equations do I need to calculate to determine my methane generation and GHG emissions? |
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Are scales required for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills? |
Should reference 98.343(a)(3) |
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Must every container or vehicle be weighed coming in and going out of the landfill? |
Should reference 98.343(a)(3)(i) |
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Does EPA accept thermal flow meters for measuring volumetric flow rate of LFGs? |
Combine into a more general question on acceptable flowmeters with Q119. |
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What additional considerations are necessary when using a mass flow meter for landfill gas? |
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What is meant by manufacturer of gas collection system? |
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What if two methods are used to estimate waste disposal quantities in a single year? How does a reporter indicate that in e-GGRT? |
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The questions on reporting where gas is destroyed seem to consider only 2 options - either entirely on-site or entirely off-site. What if some gas is sent off-site and the rest is consumed on-site? |
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What if I have more than one landfill or more than one cell at my facility, one is closed, one is open, and each has different waste content? |
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Have any of the equations been revised, or have any new equations been added since Subpart HH was finalized in 2009? |
Should be updated to refer to the most recent rule--also there's a typo for the October 2010 rule. |
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What are definitions of wet and dry gas in subpart HH? |
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If a LFG flow meter malfunctions and is out for service for a week or two, are we required to have a backup meter or can we use the estimating missing data provisions of 98.345 to estimate the gas volumes during the period that the meter was not in place? |
Could be made more general with respect to missing data procedures |
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Do the emission formulas differ from those used in LandGEM? |
Needs to more directly answer the question as to how the model and equation HH-1 are similar. Could be combined with Q102 above. |
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Do we have to use the quantity of waste disposed of for every year since 1960 to calculate the modeled CH4 generation rate? |
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How far back in the past do we answer questions about the facility? How do we handle unknown information when the site was owned by someone prior? |
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A site has 3 cells. Cells 1 and 2 have active LFG collection systems and cell 3 does not, how do we proceed? |
Add specific reference to 98.343(c)(3)(ii) |
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Did you say if we have an MSW with other parts we don't have to count those parts towards our methane generation if they were another type of landfill? (i.e., a C & D portion)? I assume I heard that wrong. |
Combine w Q107--dealing with landfills that have portions that do not contain MSW. |
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If the landfill accepts only incinerator ash (inert) and does not generate gas, should we consider reporting the quantities of ash? |
Could be combined with Q103 |
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How do you address a landfill which may have portions of lined area and others that are not lined for the same landfill? |
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I am required to provide the values of Eq. HH-5 - HH-8. How are the depth waste data used? |
Expand to include more detail on how was depth informs CE (in several JIRA tickets) |
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How do we account for highly variable designs i.e. pre and post Subtitle D, with variable depths and different cover cross-sections? |
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Within e-GGRT, how would a landfill handle multiple destruction devices including a portion of the gas sent off-site for destruction? Is there a way to add multiple on-site destruction devices for a gas system? |
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How does the restriction attached to EPA's Appropriation Bill for 2010 impact Subpart JJ (Manure Management Systems) in the final Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gases Rule that was published in the Federal Register on October 30, 2009? |
Delete and combine with Q184--this is the same issue. |
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Can facilities with manure management systems report under the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program? |
Rephrase the question and answer--the question is not so much "can" these facilities report, but whether they will be able to with the current system & appropriations. Suggest that the answer include a link to the Subpart JJ page on the EPA website (http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/emissions/subpart/jj.html), as this has information on both 2010, 2011 appropriations. Will need to be updated with any additional appropriations acts. |
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Under subpart LL, are coal-to-liquids facilities required to report on coal-based products that are solid products (such as coke), or is reporting limited to liquid products? |
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A third party measures the quantity of a petroleum product I receive with equipment that is not located on my site. Am I allowed to use that data to report quantity in my annual GHG report? Who is responsible for retaining the associated records? Who is responsible for the accuracy of that measurement? |
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What is an industry standard practice, and when can one be used? How should I report an industry standard practice? Is "third party verification" or "delivery record" an industry standard practice? |
Add reference to §98.7 |
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The quantity of petroleum product that I import is determined by a third party gauger who is approved by Customs & Border Protection (CBP). How should I comply with the quantity determination requirements in §98.393(a)? |
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If my refinery sells a fuel product to a pipeline company that is measured by a custody transfer meter that is owned and operated solely by the customer, can I define this meter as a "fuel gas billing meter" as in subpart A §98.3 \(i) (4), which says: "Fuel billing meters are exempted from the calibration requirements of this section, provided that the fuel supplier and any unit combusting the fuel do not have any common owners and are not owned by subsidiaries or affiliates of the same company." |
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Am I required to report under subpart MM even though my refinery does not input any crude oil? |
Add reference to §98.2(a)(4), Table A-5 |
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Does the rule cover imports into and exports from all U.S. possessions, including Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories? |
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Does the rule require reporting for import shipments into a specified U.S. territory from another U.S. location, and export shipments from a specified U.S. territory to another U.S. location? |
Add reference to §98.6 (Definitions) |
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If my refinery produces a product, feedstock or blendstock stream that is not listed in Table MM-1, how should I comply with the subpart MM reporting requirements? Am I required to use Calculation Method 2 to develop my own emission factor? |
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Can a product-specific factor developed at one facility be used at another facility for the same type of product? |
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What is meant by "otherwise used on site" for the subpart MM equations using feedstock quantities? |
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How do I account for intermediate stocks that are traded between different refineries. For example, if I send gasoil to another location, do I account for it or do I only report finished products? |
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What biomass activities are included in Equation MM-3, and in what cases should I subtract biomass out of equation MM-8? |
Add reference to §98.393 |
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If a refinery imports and exports petroleum products, should these products be reported both at the facility level under §98.396(a) as well as at the corporate level under §98.396(b) and (c)? |
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If a natural gas supplier has companies it owns in different states, can the supplier report all of the companies together or should they be separated by state or company name? |
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The rule states that LDCs need to report under subpart NN if they delivered more than 460,000 Mscf in 2010. How should an LDC determine if it "delivered" more than 460,000 Mscf in 2010? Does this include quantities delivered to other LDCs and/or large end-users? What about natural gas placed into/removed from storage? |
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Are importers of HFCs required to obtain EPA approval before importing the HFCs into the U.S.? |
The first sentence is the only one that directly answers question; Where does it say that you shouldn't report CFCs/HCFCs? Citation needed for applicability sections, if those are really determined to apply to this question. |
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How does one handle the calculation of blends such as R-410A? Do we calculate on the basis of the components, e.g., HFC-125 and HFC-32? |
OK. Cannot be sourced to rule; is based on industry knowledge of this category. |
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On March 18, 2011, EPA extended the deadline for reporting 2010 GHG data from March 31, 2011 to September 30, 2011. Does this extension also apply to the one-time reports that are due on March 31, 2011, and that are required under subpart OO at §98.416(b), (e), and (f)? If not, then how and where should these reports be submitted? |
Revised to make applicable to future reporters (those who are required to report w/in 60 days of commencing destruction). The March 31 deadline no longer applies |
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Does the information from the Reporting Forms populate e-GRRT fields or are they just uploaded files? If automatically populated, are these values available for review before submitting the report? |
Suggest this be made more general to the spreadsheet Reporting Forms. |
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How do I calculate addition to the "net supply"? |
Need to source area in the spreadsheet and rule that applies. Combine w/ FAQ 365. |
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Why do net additions of GHGs have to be added manually when they already exist in the uploaded |
Combine with 364 above. |
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Can we upload multiple copies of the same file if we have more than 10 processes? How will eGGRT know that the second copy is a report for processes 11-20 and not just an overwrite of the report filed for processes 1-10? For more than 10 production processes and multiple forms, can we just fill out Part 2 of the additional forms (process information, not facility information)? |
OK. Not necessary to reference rule, this is a usage question |
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How do I report imports and exports of refrigerant blends that contain both HCFCs and HFCs? |
Doesn't seem to directly answer the question--discusses reporting requirements for these gases, but not specifically reporting requirements for the blends. More detailed rule references are required. |
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To measure the composition of the CO2 stream, am I limited to the two methods listed in 40 CFR part 98.424(b)(2)? |
Correct rule reference: 40 CFR part 98(a)(4) should be 40 CFR part 98.426(a)(4). |
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