FACT: The proposal confirms…

FACT: The proposal confirms that 6 gases, which will severely affect the air quality, are to be emitted to the local environment from this processing system, The HCTP EA evaluated over 25 noxious gases; there are concerns that some noxious gases may have been missed in this assessment. A December 2019 emission model released for the proposed plant showed the following emission estimates:

nitrogen oxides (NOx) - up to 35% of ministry limit
sulphur dioxide (SO2) - up to 69% of ministry limit
particulate matter (PM) - up to 21% of ministry limit
carbon dioxide (CO2) - up to 301% of ministry limit
methane (CH4) - up to 40% of ministry limit
total reduced sulfur (TRS) - up to 71% of ministry limit
It should also be noted that besides the emissions that far exceed the allowable limit, all 6 of these pollutant emission rates are considered 'significant' according to ministry guidelines.