MECP Cumulative Effects Interactive Map

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The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has updated the ministry’s website to post the Cumulative Effects Assessment in Air Approvals interactive map. 

The Cumulative Effects Assessment in Air Approvals Policy decision was posted to the Environmental Registry in April, 2018 and came into effect on October 1, 2018. This policy strengthens and clarifies the consideration of cumulative effects when making decisions related to environmental compliance approvals and indicates when additional measures may be needed beyond current regulatory requirements.

Included in the policy was a commitment to publish an interactive map in order to help businesses see where the cumulative effects policy applies, which will inform any environmental compliance approval within these areas.

Ontario is taking action to reduce air pollutants and ensure cleaner air for future generations. Publishing an interactive map is part of our Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan commitments to protect Ontario’s air by , ensuring we have strong environmental standards that are protective of human health and the environment, and taking action to enforce local air quality standards.

Call for Nominations | A&WMA Ontario Section Board of Directors

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It is that time of year where we are calling for member nominations to participate on the 2019 Ontario Section Board of Directors! We have a great team on the Board working hard to grow our membership.  We have a lot of plans for more conferences, workshops, breakfasts and newsletters in 2019 and beyond. We are looking for energetic individuals eager to advance the mandate of the A&WMA and make 2019 an exceptional year for all members!  The position consists of volunteering 2 or 3 hours a month and it is a great opportunity for you to give back to your Environmental Profession, with passion.

 A number of Board positions are now up for election, plus informal Committee work.

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Newsflash - New regulation to help reduce sulphur dioxide emissions from Ontario petroleum facilities

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The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks is proposing a new regulation to ensure technological changes to reduce sulphur dioxide emissions from Ontario petroleum facilities are made in a timely manner. The regulation pertains to how flaring events are managed and strengthen accountability through reporting, monitoring and environmental penalties.

The proposal details and supporting materials are available at:  https://ero.ontario.ca/notice/013-4126

The comment period is open until December 15, 2018.

Upcoming A&WMA Webinar November 8, 2018: Trends in On-Road Transportation Energy and Emissions

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A&WMA Webinar
Trends in On-Road Transportation Energy and Emissions
Follow-up to the 2018 Critical Review
Thursday, November 8, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET
Members: $99, Non-members: $149

For more information or to register:

https://www.awma.org/content.asp?admin=Y&contentid=453

In the 48th Annual Critical Review presented at the Hartford Annual Conference and Exhibit, Dr. H. Christopher Frey covered the major advances in engine design, control technologies, and fuels that have made it possible to reduce emissions and fuel use despite sustained growth in miles travelled. A distinguished panel provided viewpoints ranging from health, industry, monitoring, and the environment.

This webinar will review and expand upon this important topic and provide updates from Dr. Frey and four expert panelists. Learn from this diverse group as they further review and explore vehicle energy usage and emissions that affect us all. 

 Presenters: 

  •  Dr. H. Christopher Frey, Distinguished Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, North Carolina State University

  • Dr. Alberto Ayala, Deputy Executive Officer, California Air Resources Board

  • Susan Collet, Executive Engineer, Toyota

  • Rashid Shaikh, Director of Science, Health Effects Institute

  • Eric Stevenson, Director of Meteorology and Measurement, Bay Area Air Quality Management District

 Moderator: Sam Altshuler, Principal, Sam L. Altshuler Consulting

Ontario ECA (Air) Update: Ministry's Phasing in of Schedule 3 for All Facilities Starts February 1st, 2019

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Phase-in of Schedule 3 Standards

Schedule 3 standards will apply to all facilities as of February 1st, 2020, and the Reg346 model will no longer be an approved dispersion model under O.Reg.419/05.

However, as of February 1st, 2019, all ECA applications must already include ESDM reports showing compliance with Schedule 3 standards and using SCREEN3, AERMOD, or other non-regulatory model with Ministry s7(1) approval (except Reg346).

Applications will be returned if Reg346 is used, or if AERMOD or SCREEN3 are used to demonstrate compliance with a Schedule 2 standard.

 If you have questions, you can contact the Client Services and Permissions Branch by phone at: 416-314-8001 or 1‑800-461-6290; or by e-mail at: enviropermissions@ontario.ca.