The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final permit under the Clean Air Act to Deseret Generation and Transmission Co-operative for operating the Bonanza Power Plant in Uintah County, Utah. The permit, which is valid for five years, was initially appealed by the Ute Indian Tribe, citing concerns over health and environmental impacts and possible non-compliance with coal combustion regulations. However, the Environmental Appeals Board denied the Tribe's appeals, and the permit took effect on December 17, 2024. The permit outlines enforceable conditions and is part of a program to control air pollution by ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Simple Explanation
The government said it's okay for a company to keep running a big power plant, even though some people were worried about pollution. They checked all the rules and decided the plant can keep going for five more years, but they have to follow special clean air rules.