Advanced Resource Recovery Centre - More questions answered
Supplied by Gold Coast City Council
Q. Will the operations be 24-hours?
A. Operational timings will vary depending on the specific facilities. We anticipate they will be similar to existing facilities of the same kind. The residual waste to energy facility is likely to operate overnight however any potential noise or lighting impacts will be identified in feasibility studies and mitigated in the planning phase. Noise and vibration regulations are very strict to ensure there are no impacts to surrounding properties. These studies and details will be made available to the public for feedback.
Q. What will the workforce numbers be for construction and operational stages?
A. We anticipate the ARRC will create up to 2,000 jobs across the construction phase and approximately 170 fulltime jobs once operational. It is also expected to attract new businesses to the area, creating further employment and economic growth.
Q. Will it affect waterways?
A. The statutory and regulatory requirements for the ARRC facilities are stringent. Feasibility studies currently being conducted include river water quality monitoring, ground water and surface water impact assessments. These assessments will ensure planning decisions are made to protect the environment. We are committed to implementing the best outcomes for our community and environment.
Q. Will the organics facility process food organics?
A. Yes, we are planning for food organics recycling capabilities in our new facility. We don't yet know what capacity it will initially be able to service but we are planning for the future.
Q. The Netherlands has been using waste to generate electricity for years and emissions are very low. I hope we are talking to their engineers and scientists.
A. There are a number of countries where advanced tech waste to energy facilities are successfully used and we are indeed researching them to find the best outcome for the Gold Coast.
Q. The waste to energy facility is the best part of this plan, perhaps it should have the options to increase in size over time. Will other councils in the area be able to use part or the entire facility as an income stream to City of Gold Coast?
A. There is an opportunity for the ARRC residual waste to energy facility to service other Local Government Areas. This would provide economic benefits to Gold Coast ratepayers. This option is being invesitgated as part of feasibility studies and those details will be shared with the community for feedback in early 2025.
Have a question? Email us at arrc@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
