Outdated Air Permits in New York | Buffalo News

It’s wild out here in New York—dozens of industrial facilities are still operating under air quality permits from the 90s and early 2000s, like driving with a license that expired before the internet. Over 700 “Air State Facilities” exist statewide, with 30 in Western New York, and 300 have pending renewals for 900 sites. Many haven’t been inspected in over a decade. Environmental groups warn outdated limits and lack of oversight mean communities could be breathing unsafe air. The DEC says they’re working to catch up, but often settle violations instead of forcing updates. This regulatory lag is a serious public health risk—and it’s time for more accountability. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ed90fc0d36fc8871