Remediation of Soils Containing Dry Cleaning Fluids

Proponent:

Envirosoil Limited

Location:

Rocky Lake Quarry, Rocky Lake Drive, Waverley, Nova Scotia.

Class:

Project Status:

Approved with conditions.

Description

Envirosoil proposed to treat soils contaminated with dry cleaning fluids and related products. Treatment to be undertaken using an existing Low Temperature Thermal Desorption (LTTD) unit at the site. The equipment to be adjusted and modified to suit the particulars of the treatment required for perchloroethylene.

Minister's Decision

On June 6, 2003, the Minister of Environment and Labour released a decision (PDF: 15k) concerning this review. The Minister has decided to approve the undertaking in accordance with Section 13 (1)(b) of the Environmental Assessment Regulations, pursuant to Part IV of the Environment Act.

The undertaking has been approved subject to a number of conditions (PDF: 18k). The proponent is required to obtain all other necessary approvals, permits or authorizations before commencing work on the undertaking.

Opportunities for Public Input

Public comments regarding this project were accepted from May 13, 2003 to June 6, 2003. Comments submitted on Registration Document are available at the Environment and Labour Library.

Project Documents

Public Notice (PDF: 18k)
Registration Documents
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- Section 1.0 Introduction
  Section 2.0 Proponent Information
  Section 3.0 Project Description and Undertaking
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- Section 3.0 Project Description and Undertaking, Continued
  Section 4.0 Environmental Setting
  Section 5.0 Valued Environmental Components, Environmental Impact and Impact Mitigation
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- Section 6.0 Consultation
  Appendix A - Guide to PERC
  Appendix B - A Citizens Guide to Thermal Desorption
  Appendix C - Site Topographical Detail
  Appendix D - Site: Land Use Detail
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- Appendix E - Site: Overhead Photos
  Appendix F - Site: Various Photos: Envirosoil Site and Equipment
  Appendix G - Case Studies Similar in Nature
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- Appendix G - Case Studies Similar in Nature, continued
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  Download File 2 (PDF: 8.8mb)
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- Appendix G - Case Studies Similar in Nature, continued
  Appendix H - Atmospheric Conditions
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- Appendix I - Environmental Quality Guidelines
  Appendix J - Handout: Envirosoil & PERC
  Appendix K - Guidelines: Community Liaison Committee
  Appendix L - Existing Operating Permit
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- Appendix L - Existing Operating Permit, Continued
  Appendix M - Detailed Facilities Map
  Appendix N - Biodegredation of PERC
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- Appendix O - Map of Watercourses
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Minister's Decision (PDF: 15k)
Terms and Conditions of Approval (PDF: 18k)