NJ A4034

Warehouses 100,000 square feet or larger that generate 500+ daily vehicle trips from non-zero-emission vehicles must obtain an air pollution control permit from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)

Regulated warehouses must demonstrate annual greenhouse gas emissions of no more than 100 tons, measured as carbon dioxide equivalent, including emissions from employee commutes and truck traffic

Warehouse owners may purchase carbon credits to offset emissions, provided DEP verifies the credits represent genuine carbon sequestration

Violations carry civil administrative penalties of up to $10,000 for first offense, $25,000 for second offense, and $50,000 for third and subsequent offenses

The permit requirement takes effect 18 months after enactment and applies to both existing and newly constructed warehouses meeting the threshold criteria