South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) has revised its proposed amendments to its residential space and water heater rules (Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121), addressing public concerns about consumer choice and economic impacts. The updated approach provides the option for homeowners to select either natural gas or zero-emission space and water heaters while still achieving significant air quality benefits. The proposed rules apply to new residential natural gas space and water heaters, aiming to reduce smogforming emissions by six tons per day—one of the most substantial reductions in the agency’s history. In response to community feedback, South Coast AQMD expanded outreach efforts, engaging municipalities, advisory groups, councils of governments, businesses, and community organizations. Supporting this transition, the South Coast AQMD Governing Board has approved the Go Zero pilot incentive program, allocating $21 million in funding to encourage residents and small businesses to adopt zero-NOx emission heating appliances. This initiative promotes cleaner air and healthier communities across the region. For more information, please visit http://www.aqmd.gov/home/rules-compliance/%20residential-and-commercial-building-appliances