Air Emissions Permit Renewal for CM Greenfield Power Plant - St. Clair Township
Official title: CM Greenfield Power Corp. - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
A natural gas power plant near Courtright, Ontario wants to renew its air emissions permit and add new equipment. The facility releases nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and other pollutants from its turbines and generators. They're also adding an abrasive blasting unit and updating three combustion turbines.
Why This Matters
Live near Courtright or St. Clair Township? This power plant's emissions could affect your local air quality. The facility releases nitrogen oxides and particulate matter—pollutants linked to respiratory issues. If you're concerned about industrial emissions in your community, this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, CM Greenfield Power Corp. can continue operating and add an abrasive blasting unit to their facility. The updated permit would set new limits on emissions from their three upgraded combustion turbines. The approval comes with an expiry date, requiring future renewal.
Key Issues
- Should the air emissions permit be renewed with the proposed modifications?
- Are the emission limits adequate to protect local air quality?
- What are the impacts of adding an abrasive blasting unit?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Note that some supporting materials may only be available in person.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry of Ontario before the deadline. You can also email enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.