### Question
How does the law define emerging technology?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 16131*, **emerging technology** is defined as:

> a technology that is not certified or verified by the Administrator or the California Air Resources Board but for which an approvable application and test plan has been submitted for verification to the Administrator or the California Air Resources Board

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16131*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER VII-VEHICLES AND FUELS > Part F-Diesel Emissions Reduction**

