Topic: Laws and regulations
This report introduces the concept of Sustainable First Mover Initiatives (SFMIs)33333. These are $1.5^{\circ}C$ Paris Agreement-aligned efforts designed to transition the shipping sector away from fossil fuels toward electrofuels (such as e-hydrogen, e-ammonia, and e-methanol)44444. The resource focuses on the role of ports as critical hubs for this transition, especially in the Global South, ensuring that decarbonization provides social, economic, and environmental co-benefits to local communities555555555.
This resource, managed by the EPA Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Relations (OCIR), serves as the primary gateway for state, local, and tribal officials to navigate federal environmental resources, funding, and collaboration frameworks
Website for the London Low Ultra Emission Zone. Includes information on the rationale and design of the program, as well as information on compliance, enforcement, and coverage. Also provides access to reports on impact of the program on emissions and air quality.
Example of an ordinance regulating the construction and expansion of facilities that create air pollution. Provides information on the process, requirements and regulations, and zoning requirements.
This is the text of the Linn County Iowa air quality ordinances. It provides extensive language on control of air pollution sources through rules and permits.
Model ordinance developed to help Michigan cities, townships, and counties regulate outdoor burning.
Website providing access to tools and resources related to programs that reduce emissions from trucks and buses in California. Includes information about regulations, zero-emission trucks, and infrastructure.
Web page providing links to a number of different resources related to reducing wood smoke emissions, including examples of incentive programs and a model wood smoke ordinance.
This website provides information about California’s regulations to reduce light duty vehicle emissions. It includes links to regulatory programs for Low Emission and Zero Emission Vehicles, electric vehicle and hydrogen infrastructure, and information on advanced clean cars.
Primary website for access to California’s programs to reduce emissions from cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Provides links to major programs, fact sheets and research.