This part establishes the Virginia component of the CO₂ Budget Trading Program, which is designed to reduce anthropogenic emissions of CO₂, a greenhouse gas, from CO₂ budget sources in a manner that is protective of human health and the environment and is economically efficient.

Statutory Authority

§§ 10.1-1308 and 10.1-1322.3 of the Code of Virginia; §§ 108, 109, 110, and 302 of the Clean Air Act; 40 CFR Part 51.

Historical Notes

Former 9VAC5-140-6010, reinstated 9VAC5-140-7010, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 20, eff. April 24, 2026.