TIP Overview
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TIP Overview Darrel Harmon U.S. EPA
Purpose Provide a broad definition • Explain elements • Describe effect of TAR on CAA requirements • Explore relationship between FIPs and TIPs
Relationship Between TIPs and FIPs • Pros and cons of using FIPs and TIPs • FIPs don’t require TAS • FIP implementation can be delegated • FIPs developed by EPA, but in consultation with the tribes so don’t require as many tribal resources
Relationship Between TIPs and FIPs (cont.) • Pros and cons of using FIPs and TIPs (cont.) • TIPs encourage tribes to be seen as the regulatory authority • Allows for tribal decision making to address local concerns. • Allow for tribal implementation with federal backup when needed (gorilla in the closet)
What is a TIP? • A plan • A control strategy • A timetable for results
A TIP Is a Plan • Defines, assesses problems/ concerns • Lays out way to address problems/concerns • Provides schedule and way to measure progress
A TIP Is a Control Strategy • Applies pollution controls to sources of concern • Stationary • Mobile • Area • Provides for compliance & enforcement
A TIP Is a Timetable for Results • Air quality improvement • Air quality maintenance
Why Write A TIP? • Manage air quality • Level the economic playing field • Assert sovereignty
TIP Authority under the CAA/TAR • TAR identifies TIP as “appropriate” • TAR provides for authority • Within exterior boundaries of reservation • Over other areas of jurisdiction • TAR assures flexibility
Differentiating TIPs from SIPs • Voluntary vs. mandatory • Flexible
Relationship between TIPs and FIPs • FIP = Federal plan • Direct implementation • Absence of state or tribal action • Different kinds of FIPs • Source-specific • General • TAR approach for FIPs • FIPs can become TIPs