Graphic Packaging: EGLE opens proposed air permit and consent order for public comment
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Air Quality Division will host an online information session and public hearing on October 5, 2023, to talk with the public about a proposed permit and a proposed consent order related to Graphic Packaging International, LLC (GPI) in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Background Information:
The Air Permit and Enforcement Summary includes an overview of a proposed permit modification and consent order for GPI. GPI is requesting changes to existing air permit PTI No. 133-19A for their paperboard machine including adding a continuous emission monitoring system (CEMS) to several boilers; modifying the oxides of nitrogen emission limits to align with the CEMS system, removing old equipment, and correcting the capacity of fuel burning equipment.
The proposed consent order is to address emission limits and equipment installation violations and contains a compliance plan, a monetary penalty, and additional fines for potential future violations.
EGLE is seeking public input on both the proposed air permit and the consent order. Comments can be submitted at any time during the comment period ending on October 16, 2023. Submit comments by:
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Email: EGLE-AQD-PTIPublicComments@Michigan.gov
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Voicemail: 517-284-0900
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In writing to: Permit Section Manager, EGLE, AQD, P.O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7760
- Attending the virtual public meeting and hearing.
Meeting Details:
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Join online via computer: pre-register any time or join on at 6 p.m. October 5 at: https://bit.ly/45mAhYe
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Call in to the meeting: 636-651-3142 and use conference code 374288.
Agenda:
Welcome & Short Presentations
- EGLE air permitting and enforcement process.
- Proposed air permit and Consent Order details.
- Question and answer.
- Public hearing to take official comments.
Where can I learn more?
Other information, like the Technical Fact Sheet, the proposed permit conditions, the Enforcement Summary Report, and the proposed Consent Order can be found at: Michigan.gov/EGLEAirPublicNotice choose “Applications Open for Comment”.
Information and updates about inspections, enforcement, and permits may be found at: Michigan.gov/EGLEGraphicPackaging.
How can I reach EGLE with complaints or requests?
Air Quality Division - File an online complaint or call the Pollution Emergency Alert System at 800-292-4706.
Send meeting accommodation requests to: Jenifer Dixon, DixonJ2@Michigan.gov or 616-581-0044.
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