Adopted rule
Administrative Order No. DEQ-18-2024
Filed and effective: Nov. 21, 2024
See Oregon Bulletin, December 2024
Rulemaking contact: Nicole Singh, 503-869-2119
The Environmental Quality Commission adopted rules to establish the Climate Protection Program 2024 in Oregon, as part of OAR Chapter 340, Division 273. The EQC also adopted corresponding rule amendments to chapter 340, Divisions 12, 215, 216, 253 and 272.
- Climate Protection Program 2024, Division 273
- Enforcement Procedure and Civil Penalties, Division 12
- Air Contaminant Discharge Program, Division 216
- Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, Division 215
- Oregon Clean Fuels Program, Division 253
- Third-Party Verification, Division 272
The Climate Protection Program set an enforceable declining cap on greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels used throughout Oregon, including diesel, gasoline, and natural gas. The program is designed to reduce these emissions by 50% by 2035 and 90% by 2050.
In addition to significantly reducing climate pollution, the program:
- Supports reductions in other types of air pollution.
- Improves public health in Oregon communities, particularly environmental justice communities most impacted by pollution and climate change.
- Prioritizes equity by promoting benefits and alleviating burdens for these communities including communities of color, tribal communities, rural communities, and communities experiencing lower incomes.
- Provides regulated parties with compliance flexibility options to manage their costs.
- Supports a strong economy.
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In convening this committee, DEQ selected a committee that was large enough to provide diverse perspectives and represent affected parties and stakeholders, while allowing opportunity for members to engage. Advisory committee members reviewed proposed rules and provide feedback on potential fiscal, economic, and racial equity impacts.
Recordings of advisory committee meetings are available upon request at CPP.2024@deq.oregon.gov.
Meeting 2: May 14, 2024
Meeting 1: April 2, 2024
Below are some of the materials developed for the CPP 2021 rulemaking along with additional reports. More information on regulated entities under the Climate Protection Program prior to the program's invalidation can be found on the Climate Protection Program website. More information on the Climate 2023 rulemaking can be found Climate 2023 rulemaking website.