Biogas Facility Expansion - Stanton Bros. in Middlesex Centre
Official title: Stanton Bros. Limited - Environmental Compliance Approval (waste)
Stanton Bros. wants to expand their biogas plant near London, Ontario. They're asking to process more organic waste—up from 60,000 to 80,000 cubic metres per year. The facility turns food scraps and farm waste into renewable natural gas and soil products.
Why This Matters
Live near Twelve Mile Road in Middlesex Centre? This expansion means more truck traffic and potentially more odours. On the flip side, it diverts organic waste from landfills and produces renewable energy for Ontario's gas grid.
What Could Change
If approved, Stanton Bros. could accept a third more organic waste annually. Four new receiving pits would be added to handle the increased volume. The biogas produced would be upgraded and injected into the natural gas pipeline.
Key Issues
- Should the facility be allowed to increase annual waste processing from 60,000 to 80,000 cubic metres?
- Are the proposed four new receiving pits adequate for managing increased waste volumes?
- What environmental safeguards should be required for the expanded operation?
How to Participate
- Visit this consultation page to read the full proposal details and submit your comments through the Environmental Registry of Ontario.
- For questions or to request supporting materials, contact enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.