Sulphur Dioxide Management Project
While coal mined in Anglesea has a high quality heat value when compared to other brown coals used to produce electricity in Victoria, it contains a higher level of sulphur (around 3%).
This coal, when combusted, creates sulphur dioxide (SO2) and Alcoa Anglesea has been working with the EPA and members of the local community to understand and improve the management of SO2 emissions for several years.
The reason for this ongoing work is to improve the overall management of SO2 emissions from the power station and ensure compliance with State Environment Protection Policy (SEPP) and EPA guidelines.
As part of the commitments made in the 2006/07 Environment Improvement Plan, Alcoa Anglesea has thoroughly reviewed over 25 options for the improved management of SO2 emissions.
The project is the highest priority environmental initiative for the power station at present. Alcoa has also commissioned extensive environmental and health studies to ensure that our Anglesea operation is safe for both our employees and our neighbouring communities. Our values will not allow us to operate any other way.
Evaluating individual long-term options for improved SO2 management requires careful balancing of the expected environmental, social and economic implications for both the Anglesea community and Alcoa’s Anglesea and Point Henry operations.
In 2008, a reinvigorated consultation process has commenced to encourage interested community members to participate in this project and provide feedback on the options that Alcoa is investigating.
Regular updates on the project will also be provided on this page. Alcoa Anglesea's monthly environmental performance can be reviewed at Environment Reporting.
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Sulphur Dioxide Management Project:
Fact Sheet
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S02 Updates
Updates can be found in Alcoa Anglesea News - our community newsletter for Anglesea residents
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