Air Emissions Permit Renewal for Gerdau Steel Mill in Cambridge
Official title: Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
A steel recycling plant in Cambridge, Ontario wants to renew its air emissions permit. The facility melts scrap metal to produce steel bars and shapes—up to 480,000 tonnes per year. Emissions include carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, nickel, and benzene.
Why This Matters
Live or work near Orion Place in Cambridge? This facility releases pollutants into the air you breathe. The permit sets limits on how much they can emit. If you have concerns about air quality in the area, now's your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Gerdau can continue operating with flexibility to modify their facility within set limits. The permit caps production at 480,000 tonnes annually and sets emission limits for pollutants like benzene and nickel. New conditions may be added based on public feedback.
Key Issues
- Should the air emissions permit be renewed for this steel facility?
- Are the current emission limits adequate to protect local air quality?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Note the ERO number 026-0011 for your submission.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 026-0011 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 026-0011 in your email or letter