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Many small businesses may not fully understand environmental regulations and may not have the resources to hire an environmental specialist. We provide free support, education, outreach and advocacy to help small businesses achieve and maintain compliance with environmental regulations. To qualify for assistance as a small business, the business must have fewer than 100 employees.
We can answer your questions about environmental compliance issues. We provide multimedia compliance assistance with an emphasis on air emission reporting and permitting requirements.
Have a question? Email us at cdphe_apcd_sbap@state.co.us.
Guidance and assistance
- Emission Reporting and Permit Application (video guidance).
- Video guidance on how to calculate emissions and fill out application forms.
- Guidance for different types of businesses A to Z.
- Permitting and compliance guidance for specific business types.
- Ozone nonattainment area implications for businesses.
- How to submit an environmental justice summary, modeling (APCD-Form 114), and APEN.
Industry specific projects
- Building Performance Standards and Environmental Standards for Appliances: Applicability and Requirements by industry.
- Greening the cannabis industry.
- Information and resources for the cannabis industry to become more eco-friendly.
- Optimizing data storage facilities.
- Sustainable breweries assistance.
- Information and resources for making craft breweries more environmentally conscious.
Resources
- OAQPS Email Listserv.
- Sign up for the EPA's Office Of Air Quality Planning and Standards email list to receive national updates for Small Businesses.
- ENERGY STAR Industrial Assistance Network.
- The ENERGY STAR program introduces the ENERGY STAR Industrial Assistance Network, a free program aiding small and medium-sized manufacturers. This initiative offers manufacturers local energy management support, monthly training, and connections with others in the industry. Joining the program provides access to expertise, opportunities for improving energy efficiency, and potential recognition from ENERGY STAR. Training starts in June 2024. Manufacturers interested in registering should email R8EnergyNetwork@energystar.gov.
- Compliance Advisory Panel.
- Program information.
- Functions and procedures.
- Upcoming meetings.
- Meeting minutes.
- Small-business ombudsman.
- Information.
- Resources.
- Contact information.
- Small-business services.
- Eligibility.
- List of services provided.
- Resources for new businesses.
- The Small Business Development Network and Business Assistance Center provide resources for people looking to start a new business.
- National Small Business Environmental Assistance Programs.
- Partners.