ECAP - Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet

Welcome to the Environmental Compliance Assistance Program

Our Mission:

To simplify environmental compliance in Kentucky by providing detailed air permitting assistance for small businesses, offering general regulatory guidance for large industries, delivering accessible education tools, and connecting members of the Commonwealth with expert guidance through our environmental helpline.

Latest News:

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ECAP RECAP: Intro to Stack Testing

Wednesday, June 17th: The ECAP team and members of the Kentucky Division for Air Quality will discuss source testing for air pollution emissions. Learn more about this event and register on our event page.

Semi-Annual Monitoring Reports Due SoonSemi-Annual Monitoring Reports (SAMR) are due to DAQ regional offices no later than July 30th. For more information and guidance on SAMR, check out ECAP's new "SAMR Guide" webpage.

Small Business Services

Learn more about what services ECAP has to offer qualifying small businesses as Kentucky's Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP).

Compliance FAQ's

Get answers to common compliance questions on ECAP's Frequently Asked Questions page.

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A Guide to Potential to Emit (PTE)

Learn about what PTE is, how it's calculated, and why facilities need it before starting an air permit application.

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A Guide to Air Permit Required Reporting

Air permits issued by the Kentucky Division for Air Quality stipulate that permit holders must submit Annual Compliance Certifications and Semi-Annual Monitoring Reports. Learn more about those requirements and reports here.