Air Emissions Permit for Chapleau Sawmill and Biomass Plant
Official title: GreenFirst Forest Products (QC) Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
A sawmill in Chapleau, Ontario wants to consolidate its air pollution permits. GreenFirst Forest Products operates a lumber mill and biomass power plant that releases pollutants including lead, dioxins, and particulate matter. The company is seeking approval to continue operations under updated permit conditions.
Why This Matters
Live near Chapleau? This sawmill releases pollutants including lead and dioxins into the air. The permit sets limits on what they can emit. If you're concerned about air quality in northern Ontario, this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, GreenFirst can continue operating its sawmill and biomass cogeneration plant under consolidated permit conditions. The permit will set production limits and emission controls. These conditions will have an expiry date requiring future renewal.
Key Issues
- Should the air emissions permit be consolidated for this sawmill and biomass plant?
- Are the emission controls adequate for pollutants like lead, dioxins, and particulate matter?
- What production limits should apply to the facility?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what emissions are involved.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1463 in your message.