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The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
‘EIA on Batu Arang incinerator project flawed'
Abdul Hanan (right) with JRTI and NGO members on their way to submit the 12,150 objection forms on the proposed WTE in Batu Arang to the DOE in Putrajaya. — Filepic THE environment impact assessment (EIA) for the proposed waste-to-energy (WTE) project in Batu Arang is flawed and lacking transparency, says a residents' group in Rawang, Selangor. Jaringan Rawang Tolak Insinerator (JRTI) spokesperson Abdul Hanan Abd Mokti, in a statement, said the EIA report excluded viable alternatives and ignored the health, environmental, geological and social concerns raised by the residents. Incineration, which would be included in the RM4.5bil project, was not the only available waste treatment technology, he added. 'There are other technologies such as anaerobic digestion, mechanical biological treatment and material recovery facilities that can also manage municipal waste efficiently. 'Yet, these alternatives have not been considered, narrowing the options to only mass incineration.' Abdul Hanan also claimed that the EIA report did not offer any meaningful alternatives to the current Batu Arang site. 'One of the parameters used to determine the Batu Arang's suitability is the site's distance from 'sensitive receptors'. 'However, the nearest populated area lies merely 500m away from the site. 'Within one to five kilometres from the site are Batu Arang, Kota Puteri and Bandar Tasik Puteri, with at least 11 schools and 12 places of worship. 'Hence, the statement that Batu Arang is the most suitable site does not stand up to scrutiny,' said Abdul Hanan. Previously, it was reported that the proposal to build the WTE plant, also known as Sultan Idris Shah Green Energy Park, was deemed to have met the EIA standards. The EIA report has covered the project's possible impact to water, air and solid waste, in line with the main assessment scopes set by the Department of Environment (DOE), according to reports. JRTI has submitted 12,150 objection forms in response to the report to the DOE in Putrajaya. Selayang MP William Leong had also criticised the EIA as being incomplete, claiming that it did not assess the scheduled waste component where the plant is expected to process up to 100 tonnes per day (tpd). 'This is deeply concerning as scheduled waste typically includes substances that are far more toxic and hazardous than municipal solid waste. 'Without a separate and comprehensive assessment specifically addressing the scheduled waste component, the EIA remains incomplete and inadequate as a basis for project approval,' he added. Leong also raised concerns about traffic congestion and infrastructure strain in the project's vicinity. 'The proposed WTE plant would handle 2,400 tpd of municipal solid waste and is expected to receive about 200 to 495 trucks per day. 'This substantial influx will place significant strain on local infrastructure, leading to traffic congestion and road deterioration. 'With no robust traffic mitigation plan provided in the EIA report, it raises serious concerns for the safety, health and well- being of residents living in close proximity to the project site,' he said. DOE has not responded to queries regarding the matter as at press time.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Will make AP a model state in waste processing: Naidu
Tirupati: ChiefMinister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday visited the Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) Plant at Thukivakam in Renigunta mandal and directed officials to develop it into a functional circular economy centre. During his visit, the Chief Minister inspected various units of the facility, reviewed the processes being carried out, and posed several queries to the officials on waste recycling and utilisation methods. Stressing on real-time recycling, Naidu asserted that Andhra Pradesh should emerge as a role model for the entire country in waste management practices. He instructed the officials to ensure that all collected waste is processed efficiently for recycling and reuse. He directed to expand the plant's operations to cover waste collected within a 40 to 50 km radius, including Tirupati city, and make optimal use of Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plants in the region. He also underlined the need to replicate similar models in Visakhapatnam and surrounding areas for effective waste management. The Chief Minister particularly directed that after extracting recyclable material from solid waste, the remaining should be diverted to WTE plants for energy production. He inquired about the treatment and utilisation of water processed at the facility and sought details on the quantity of vegetable waste collected from households and markets that is being converted into compost or fertilisers. He also suggested that the gas produced from waste should be supplied to hotels through a buyback model to maximise resource utilisation and generate revenue from waste by-products. The ISWM Plant at Thukivakam, managed by the Tirupati Municipal Corporation, is a comprehensive facility that integrates multiple waste management systems. It features a bio-methanation unit for organic waste, a construction and demolition (C-&D) waste processing facility, and a material recovery facility for dry waste. The plant is designed to convert waste into usable resources such as biogas, compost, and construction materials. Ministers Anagani Satya Prasad and P Narayana, Swachha Andhra Corporation Chairman K Pattabhi Ram, MLA B Sudhir Reddy, District Collector S Venkateswar, Tirupati Municipal Commissioner N Mourya, Municipal Administration Secretary Suresh Kumar, and others accompanied the Chief Minister during the visit.
The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Need for third Waste-to-Energy plant in Selangor, says Ng
A THIRD Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant may be necessary in Jeram if planned facilities cannot manage Selangor's waste volume, says State Government and Tourism Committee Chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim. Currently, two WTE plants in Jeram are about 80% completed and are expected to be operational next year. Two additional plants are planned in Tanjung Dua Belas, and an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is ongoing for a WTE project in Rawang. Ng said the state needs at least five to six WTE facilities to manage its projected daily waste output of 7,500 metric tonnes effectively. "This number could potentially rise to 10,000 metric tonnes in the future. Currently, the Jeram landfills handle 5,000 metric tonnes of waste per day and are nearing saturation. "The entire landfill site is approaching 202.3 hectares, and we need to use another 80.9 hectares to store the waste. "Such a method is not sustainable, and the WTE approach is touted as the optimal solution, not only for generating clean energy but also for drastically reducing the land required for waste disposal," he said to reporters after launching the New Village Rejuvenation Programme at Kampung Bagan Hailam, Selangor. The two WTE plants in Jeram are expected to handle 3,000 metric tonnes of waste daily, while the rest will still be directed to the landfill. Ng said unlike landfills, which demand substantial maintenance costs, WTE plants offer a more sustainable and economically viable alternative. "Even with WTE technology, a small percentage of waste, around 5%, cannot be incinerated. This material will still be directed to landfills," he said.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Amid objections, Standing Committee sends back Bawana waste-to-energy plant proposal for amendments
Even as the Union Environment Ministry gave an environmental clearance (EC) to a proposed Waste-to-Energy Plant (WTE) in Bawana last month, the proposal to set up the plant in Narela has been sent back to the Department of Environment Management Services (DEMS) of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Wednesday for a revisit. The decision was taken at the Standing Committee meeting on Wednesday amid staunch opposition against the project from the local residents. Following the decision by the Standing Committee at its second meeting since it was recently constituted, the item will be listed again for reconsideration after the DEMS makes amendments to the proposal, said officials. An official of the Delhi Environment department said, 'The MCD is authorised to take such an action. The role of our department is to grant NOCs.' The Centre's clearance to the project came on June 20 and was made public by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee earlier this month. The EC was granted based on standard and specific conditions applicable to thermal power projects, including compliance with the Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2006. The 15-acre plot where the proposed plant is to be developed was allotted by the civic body in February under a concession agreement, the Environment Clearance report stated. The 30-megawatt plant is to be developed under a public-private partnership with Jindal Urban Waste Management (Bawana) Limited in Sector 5 of the Bawana Industrial Area. However, residents have been protesting against the waste-to-energy plant facility to be set up at a cost of Rs 660 crore. They have expressed concerns over worsening of air quality, health risks, and handling of waste. But in the EC report in response to the concerns raised, the firm stated that an 'Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System will be installed in the plant to track pollution levels and ensure compliance with environmental regulations…' This is the fifth plant that is set to come up in the city. There are four other WTE plants in the city — Okhla, Ghazipur, Tehkhand and Narela. Meanwhile, the Standing Committee also passed a proposal for the collection and transportation of municipal solid waste under the Central Zone at the meeting. According to the proposal, the civic body has decided to prepare a fresh tender document for a short period of six months, till the main tender is finalised. The Committee has also cleared a proposal to set up a dung processing plant at the Ghazipur slaughterhouse. Chairperson Satya Sharma passed the proposal 'One Road – One Day.' 'Under the plan, one major road in each zone of the MCD will undergo a complete makeover every day. This will include road repair, cleaning and improvement of footpaths, repair of signage, restoration of streetlights, removal of illegal encroachments, pruning of trees, and beautification efforts,' Sharma said. An automated multilevel puzzle parking facility will be constructed at Bharat Darshan Park (Punjabi Bagh). Sharma also said that no meat shops will be operated within a 100-meter radius of schools and religious places. Shops running illegally or without valid licences will be sealed with immediate effect, he said. The members raised issues of waterlogging in the Capital, as well as cases of rising dog bites.
Barnama
7 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Johor Seeks Federal Funds For Housing, Flood Mitigation, Waste Management Projects
JOHOR BAHRU, July 16 (Bernama) -- The Johor state government has submitted funding applications to the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) for several key projects involving public housing, flood mitigation, and modern solid waste management. State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor said the requests were presented during an official meeting with KPKT secretary-general Datuk Wira M Noor Azman Taib in Putrajaya today. The top priority, he said, was securing funds for the phased rejuvenation of the Taman Ungku Tun Aminah (TUTA) flats, which are in need of long-term maintenance and upgrades. 'This initiative is vital to ensure that older low-cost housing remains safe, comfortable, and habitable for residents,' he said in a Facebook post. Mohd Jafni added that Johor is also seeking approval to develop 1,000 housing units under the Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB) programme, with the state government committing RM20,000 per unit as part of a cost-sharing initiative to help more people own homes. He said a special request was also made for funds to address flood-prone areas identified as high-risk zones across the state. He urged KPKT to approve phased interventions ahead of the monsoon season to protect vulnerable communities. Another proposal focused on the Waste-to-Energy (WTE) project in Bukit Payong, which is expected to become a major driver of sustainable solid waste management in Johor by incorporating green technology. 'All these proposals are part of a clear and focused effort to improve the quality of life for Johoreans and strengthen the state's infrastructure. 'These initiatives align with the broader vision of Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi under the 'MAJU JOHOR' agenda — to build a modern, resilient state that puts the people first in every policy and implementation,' he added.
