Advanced Resource Recovery Centre Proposed for Stapylton
City of Gold Coast
If we continue at our current rate of sending waste to landfill, our city will run out of landfill space within the next decade.We have completed a pre-feasibility study for an Advanced Resource Recovery Centre (ARRC). It will service our city’s growing waste management and energy needs.
Project details
The ARRC will be in a dedicated precinct and use innovative technology. The focus will be on resource recovery and reuse. It will also convert residual waste materials into energy while minimising the environmental impact. Converting waste to energy will help divert up to 97% of waste from landfill.In 2024, we are consulting the community and stakeholders. Everyone will have an opportunity to learn more and have their say on the proposed precinct.
Current stage: Feasibility study
Planning is underway for the feasibility study so we can provide detailed project options for consideration. Planning activities include:
- site studies
- traffic assessment
- waste analysis
- economic cost benefit analysis
- project governance
- community and stakeholder consultation.
Proposed facilities
The Advanced Resource Recovery Centre will be located in Stapylton. It will incorporate sustainable resource recovery and renewable energy generation facilities, including:(show below)
Sewage treatment plant to service the northern suburbs
(hide below)We need to construct a new sewage treatment plant in Stapylton to service the catchment’s growing population. We currently have an agreement with Logan City Council. We transfer sewage flows from the Stapylton catchment to the Beenleigh sewage treatment plant. However, they have limited capacity to transfer and treat waste. The new plant will process and treat the wastewater to remove contaminants and pollutants before most of the water is released back into the environment.(show below)
Recycled water treatment plant to provide Class A recycled water to non-residential customers
(hide below)The new sewage treatment facility will have a recycled water treatment plant. It will provide Class A recycled water for industrial and agricultural customers in the northern suburbs. The water can also be used on sports fields, open-space irrigation, cooling towers and selected agriculture. Using recycled water can provide a climate-resilient, affordable and reliable water supply. The ARRC will also use recycled water in its daily operations.Recycling facility to sort recyclable materials collected across the city
(hide below)The facility will use new technologies to reduce contamination when sorting comingled recyclables. Reducing contamination will increase the amount of material recovered to make new products. More material will help generate economic growth via the demand for recyclable materials.(show below)
Construction and demolition processing facility
(hide below)The Gold Coast's construction industry is growing rapidly as it caters for our expanding city. Recycling construction and demolition materials can help manage waste sustainably. It can also conserve precious natural resources. This facility will process recyclable construction and demolition materials into reusable waste streams such as metals, concrete, asphalt, timber and soils.(show below)
Organics processing facility
(hide below)Organics will be recycled in a controlled environment to capture methane emissions created during processing.The processed organics can also be used to produce energy. The processed organics will be converted into compost and mulch. They can be used in parks and gardens, in agriculture or to rejuvenate soils.Residual waste to energy facility that will divert waste from landfill and produce green electricity
(hide below)The facility will use left over waste as a fuel to create steam. The steam will then be used to generate electricity. The process will:
- divert waste from landfill
- create energy and
- reduce greenhouse emissions.
Green hydrogen electrolysis plant
(hide below)The plant will convert water through electrolysis into hydrogen and oxygen. This will support industrial uses and energy production. It will also fuel the City’s waste collection fleet.(show below)
Community education centre
(hide below)Embedded in the ARRC, this centre will provide resources to schools and the interested public. Through the centre, the ARRC will also support training, research and employment opportunities in sustainability.
ARRC to attract and support industries and a circular economy
(hide below)Businesses in and around the precinct will work together. They will transform waste from one industry into a valuable resource for another. This process will help establish a circular economy via the reprocessed waste streams. The Advanced Resource Recovery Centre will drive innovation, reduce environmental impact and increase waste management efficiency.
Community benefits
- Meet the Gold Coast's increased solid waste and sewage treatment needs
- Remove the need to transport waste to landfills outside the Gold Coast
- Divert up to 97% of waste from existing landfills
- Increase recycling opportunities
- Improve environmental outcomes including reduced greenhouse gas emissions
- Reduce energy costs for the City
- Generate energy for a cleaner, greener city
- Create more than 2000 jobs during construction
- Create up to 170 permanent full-time jobs during operation
Download our brochure for more information:
Advanced Resource Recovery Centre brochure(PDF, 383KB)▸ LISTEN
Location
Lot 1 and Lot 2 Rossmanns Road, Stapylton
Quinns Hill Road East, Stapylton
Christensen Road South, Stapylton
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