Are You Ready for the 2021 Alberta CEMS Code Update?

  

Significant Changes to 2021 Alberta CEMS Code

Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) published a second draft of the 1998 Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) Code and hosted a webinar to provide information concerning the proposed revisions to the CEMS Code on October 13, 2020. A brochure summarizing the significant revisions to the CEMS code is available here. The revised Alberta CEMS code was finalized on April 7, 2021 and will take effect for the majority of the revisions on January 1, 2022.

Adjustments to the existing code will significantly impact the five key areas listed below.

  • Code Revisions Impacting Data Acquisition Systems (DAS)
  • Major Component Replacement and Recertification
  • Opacity Monitors
  • Flowing Test Gas
  • Annual CEMS and QAP Evaluation

For more detailed information on the changes and how they could impact your specific facility, claim your action plan today!

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The Alberta CEMS Code Goes into Effect January 1, 2022

VIM Technologies Complimentary Alberta CEMS Consultation

VIM Technologies is the leading air compliance software and services provider, and we’re ready to create an action plan to bring your organization current on the latest Alberta CEMS Code update.

Our state-of-the-art DAS is fully equipped to comply with the new monitoring, recordkeeping requirements.  In addition, VIM’s COMPAS group has over 125 years of combined CEMS and regulatory experience that can help with your Monitoring Plan, QA/QC Plan, Reporting & Regulatory SupportCEM Program AuditsRegulatory Training, and DAHS Tune-ups.

The January 1, 2022, compliance deadline is quickly approaching. Contact our team today and be fully prepared for the new code updates. 

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