Implementation of the Mercury Thermostat Collection Program Plan
Summary
SCH Number
2022090519
Public Agency
California Department of Toxic Substances Control
(DTSC)
Document Title
Implementation of the Mercury Thermostat Collection Program Plan
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/27/2022
Document Description
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) approves of the implementation of the Mercury Thermostat Collection Program Plan. On January 1, 2006, the State of California banned the sale of new mercury-added thermostats due to public health and safety concerns. California’s Mercury Thermostat Collection Act of 2021 requires a manufacturer, or group of manufacturers, to contract with a qualified third party to develop and implement a program that includes the collection, handling, and arrangement for appropriate management for out of service mercury-added thermostats.
Contact Information
Name
Taylor Grose
Agency Name
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Job Title
Hazardous Substances Engineer
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Regions
Statewide
Other Location Info
Statewide
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Categorical Exemption: [CCR Title 14 Sec. 15308]
Reasons for Exemption
DTSC has determined none of the exceptions to the categorical exemptions apply to this project, as described in Public Resources Code Section 21084(c), (d), and (e), and 14 CCR Section 15300.2. The Mercury Thermostat Collection Program Plan is consistent with the actions taken by regulatory agency, to assure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, or protection of the environment.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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