Geology and Hydrogeology
An assessment has been undertaken to identify the potential effects of the proposed development upon the geology and groundwaters local to the site. This has identified that there is evidence of a localised area of contamination, resulting from the site's former use as a sugar factory, which would result in the need for remediation as part of the redevlopment process.
In the absence of any hazardous substances in the processes proposed at the REP, the risk of contamination of the local geology or groundwaters is considered to be negligible from this potential source.
Any potential adverse environmental affects would occur predominantly during the construction phase and, specifically, in relation to excavation activities. Measures to mitigate these effects would be determined through further precautionary ground investigations, together with the control of pathway creation through good site practice.
Although no significant effects are predicted during the operation of the proposed development, generic measures would be introduced to ensure effective site management including procedures for dealing with accidental oil and fuel spillage during the use of plant, equipment and machinery and these would be included as part of the Environmental Management System for the facility.
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Downloads
| Document | Published | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Statement Volume 1, Chapter 9 - Geology | Mar 2009 | 98 kB |
| Phase 1 & 2 Environmental Site Assessments | April 2008 | 25,165 kB |
| CLR - 11 Risk Assessment - Summary Report | Mar 2009 | 1,523 kB |
