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News Release
November 30, 2006
PROVINCE SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT ON INNOVATIVE NEW “ENERGY FROM
WASTE” PROPOSALS
TORONTO - The McGuinty government is seeking public input
on two proposals to use waste to generate energy in Durham Region, Environment
Minister Laurel Broten announced today.
“This government welcomes innovative solutions for managing waste,” said Minister
Broten. “I encourage the public to learn more about new waste technologies and
to comment on the proposals posted today.”
Dongara Pellet Factory Inc. and Arbour Power propose to team up to process
non-recyclable municipal waste, turning it into pellets which would then be
used as an alternative fuel source.
The ministry will carefully review and consider all comments received before
making a decision on the proposals. If granted approval, Dongara and Arbour
Power would be subject to the ministry’s strict standards for air, waste and
wastewater emissions.
Earlier this year the ministry gave approval to Plasco Trail Road Inc. of Ottawa
to construct and operate a pilot plasma gasification facility to power electricity
generators. Alternative proposals such as these support new waste management
technologies and energy production that will keep more waste out of landfill
and put it to beneficial use.
The proposals have been posted on the Environmental Registry for a comment
period of 45 days. The postings can be viewed at http://www.ene.gov.on.ca/envregistry/028766er.htm.
For further information:
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Anne O’Hagan, (416) 325-5809
Ministry of the Environment |
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Contact information for the general public:
416-325-4000 or 1-800-565-4923/ www.ene.gov.on.ca |
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