Should Nova Chemicals Increase Polyethylene Production in Sarnia?
Official title: Nova Chemicals Corporation - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Nova Chemicals wants to boost production at its Sarnia-area polyethylene plant 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 to approve this change to their environmental permit.
Why This Matters
Live near Sarnia's Chemical Valley? This decision affects the air you breathe. The plant already releases hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides. More production could mean more emissions. If you have concerns about air quality in the area, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
If approved, Nova Chemicals could produce 45 tonnes of polyethylene per hour instead of 40. The ministry may add new conditions to control emissions. Air monitoring requirements could change. The permit amendment would be legally binding.
Key Issues
- Should the production limit increase from 40 to 45 tonnes per hour?
- What are the air quality impacts of increased emissions?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Note the ERO number 025-1362 for your submission.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with the ERO number 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.
Submit Your Input
Tips for Your Submission
- Include the ERO number 025-1362 in your email or letter