Should Nova Chemicals Increase Polyethylene Production in St. Clair Township?
Official title: Nova Chemicals Corporation - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Nova Chemicals wants to boost production at its polyethylene plant near Sarnia from 40 to 45 tonnes per hour. That's a 12.5% increase. The facility releases hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter into the air. Ontario is asking whether this expansion should be approved.
Why This Matters
Live near Sarnia or St. Clair Township? This plant already releases pollutants into the air you breathe. More production could mean more emissions. If you're concerned about air quality in Chemical Valley, this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Nova Chemicals could produce 12.5% more polyethylene at this facility. The air emissions permit would be amended to allow higher output. New conditions might be added to control increased pollutant releases.
Key Issues
- Should the production limit increase from 40 to 45 tonnes per hour?
- What are the air quality impacts of increased hydrocarbon and nitrogen oxide emissions?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what's being requested.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1362 in your message.
- You can also mail your comments to Client Services and Permissions Branch, 135 St Clair Ave West, 1st Floor, Toronto, ON M4V 1P5.