7 Del. Admin. Code § 1144-3.0
Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 1, July 1, 2024
Section 1144-3.0 - EmissionsA generator shall not exceed the following standards (in pounds per megawatt-hour (lbs/MWh) of electricity output) under full load design conditions or at the load conditions specified by the applicable testing methods.
3.1 Emergency generator. 3.1.1 Existing emergency generator. The owner or operator of an existing emergency generator shall operate the generator in conformance with the generator manufacturer's instructions, such as following maintenance and operating requirements to help minimize emissions.3.1.2 New emergency generator. A new emergency generator shall meet the applicable emissions standards set by the US EPA for non-road engines ( 40 CFR 89, 90, 91, 92, 94, 1039, or 1048 July 1, 2004 Edition).3.2 Distributed generator. The following standards do not apply to distributed generators while operating to provide emergency electric power during an emergency. 3.2.1 Existing distributed generator. 3.2.1.1 Except as provided for in 3.2.1.2 of this regulation, an existing distributed generator shall meet the following emission standards: | Emission Standard |
| Pollutant | (lbs/MWh) |
| Nitrogen Oxides | 4.0 |
| Nonmethane Hydrocarbons | 1.9 |
| Particulate Matter (liquid-fueled reciprocating engines only) | 0.7 |
| Carbon Monoxide | 10.0 |
| Carbon Dioxide | 1,900 |
3.2.1.2 As an alternative to the owner of an existing distributed generator installed on commercial poultry producing premises, to generate electricity to those premises, the generator shall be exempt from the emission standards of 3.2.1.1 of this regulation if one of the following requirements are met: 3.2.1.2.1 the owner of such a generator is participating or is signed up to participate in a Department approved, emission control strategy cost-share program for generators offered by either the Kent Conservation District or the Sussex Conservation District; or3.2.1.2.2 the generator is gaseous fueled.3.2.2 New distributed generator. 3.2.2.1 Except as provided for in 3.2.2.2 of this regulation, a new distributed generator shall meet the following emission standards: | Emission Standards (lbs/MWh) |
| Installed On or | Installed On or | Installed On or |
| Pollutant | After January 1, 2008 | After January 1, 2008 | After January 1, 2012 |
| Nitrogen Oxides | 2.2 | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Nonmethane Hydrocarbons | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
| Particulate Matter (liquid-fueled reciprocating engines only) | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.07 |
| Carbon Monoxide | 10.0 | 10.0 | 2.0 |
| Carbon Dioxide | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,650 |
3.2.2.2 A new distributed generator that uses waste, landfill, or digester gases shall be exempt from the emission standards of 3.2.2.1 of this regulation and shall meet the following emission standards: | Emission Standards (lbs/MWh) |
| Pollutant | Installed on or After January 1, 2008 |
| Nitrogen Oxides | 2.2 |
| Nonmethane Hydrocarbons | 0.7 |
| Carbon Monoxide | 10.0 |
| Carbon Dioxide | 1,900 |
3.3 By January 11, 2010 the Department shall complete a review of the state of, and expected changes in, technology and emissions rates; as well as a review of generators operating within the State of Delaware, and their emissions. This review shall be used by the Department in considering whether these standards in this regulation should be amended, or new standards adopted, to ensure the continued improvement of the ambient air quality of the State of Delaware. Any amendment to these standards shall be in accordance with the requirements of 7 Del.C. Ch 60 and 29 Del.C. Ch 101. 01/11/2006
7 Del. Admin. Code § 1144-3.0