At the recent Community Reference Group meeting, Akzo Nobel, the paint manufacturer based in Sunshine North, presented significant advancements in their odour and noise mitigation efforts.
For odour control, independent air quality consultant Cam McNaughton shared updates on the latest modelling of the site’s odour profile.
The analysis revealed that current measures, including the installation of a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) and other actions, have resulted in a remarkable 74 per cent reduction in site-wide odour emissions compared to historical levels. Future measures, such as the closure of the resin plant and the deployment of a concentrator wheel, are anticipated to bring emissions within the target range, achieving an impressive 89 per cent decrease from historic levels.
Regarding the odour concentrator wheel, a permanent solution for treating odorous compounds from the paint plant, plans are complete, and a meeting with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is scheduled for the review of the application.
On the noise front, progress has been made with a noise wall, although construction delays have occurred. A surveyor’s site visit has taken place, and construction is expected to commence in the coming weeks.
Independent acoustic consultant Guy Baxendale provided an update on noise modelling, indicating improvements in noise emissions since the program began in 2021. The company is committed to addressing community concerns and keeping residents informed about further developments.
