Multi-Sector Air Pollutants Regulations

Marginal note:Pre-existing boilers and heaters — classification

• 12 (1) A pre-existing boiler or heater is classified — in accordance with its classification NO_x emission intensity determined in accordance with subsection 34(1) or 35(1) or redetermined in accordance with subsection 36(1) or 37(1) — as follows:

  • (a) class 80, if its classification NO_x emission intensity is determined to be at least 80 g/GJ;

  • (b) class 70, if its classification NO_x emission intensity is determined to be at least 70 g/GJ and less than 80 g/GJ; and

  • (c) class 40, in any other case.

• Marginal note:Before classification — deemed class 80

  (2) A pre-existing boiler or heater — other than a redesigned boiler or heater referred to in subsection 10(2) — that is not classified under subsection (1) is deemed to be class 80 and to have a classification NO_x emission intensity of 80 g/GJ.