A company that plans on releasing emissions into the air has several considerations to account for prior to starting the application process
. The amount of emissions will determine the type of permit being applied for. The type of emissions of the actual composition of the gases must be specific, and the emissions must have a monitoring system for real time data of the gases being released. An Environmental Consultant can guide your company through the process the application process and beyond.
The amount of emissions will play a factor in the application process. The company needs to know the volume of gases that will be released. Each environmental permit has a limit of the total amount of gas to be released; therefore the volume must be known prior to the application.
The type of gases being released must also be part of the application process. Different types of gases have widely different effects on the surrounding area. Some gases can cause damage with a smaller volume, so the gases being released must be identified.
The facility must implement a solution to provide real time measuring data to ensure that the permit is not exceeded or there is not an overabundance of any one type of gas, causing a health and safety risk.
An Environmental Consultant can help your company with each step of the process. The Environmental Consultant can also recommend solutions to improve the facility that aligns with the goals of the company. This creates an invaluable expert that your company can rely on for their expertise and experience of working through the different challenges of applying for an air permit.
Air Permits are among the most popular permits applied for and can have a resounding effect on the surrounding community. Any number of gases that are high in concentration can cause a ripple effect to the surrounding areas affecting plants, wildlife, and surrounding towns. The Air Permit process ensures the area around the facility remains a healthy environment. This includes preparations needed prior to the application, the actual application, and maintaining requirements beyond the approval of the permit. Each step is critical to get right and the company will have a valuable resource to help with each step of the way. The EPA can levy costly fines or bring production to a halt if the wrong conditions are met. Click here to contact an Environmental Consultant to work with your company through the permit process.