THE ENVIRONMENT

PWCS is committed to providing a world class operation with minimal impact on the surrounding environment.

Appropriate environmental design is an integral part of the organisation’s development and a regular program of monitoring and evaluation ensures that PWCS’ environmental management systems continue to meet community expectations and regulatory requirements.

PWCS is also a strong supporter of local environmental groups in their efforts to protect wetlands, flora and fauna.

IN ORDER TO MANAGE ITS OHS AND ENVIRONMENTAL OBLIGATIONS, PWCS SITES ARE CLOSED TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC EXCEPT BY INVITATION OR ARRANGEMENT.

Click here for Kooragang Wetland Rehabilitation Project Site.

Water Management and Water Recycling

PWCS aims to minimise its water discharge to the environment by maximising the re-use and recycling of water used and collected on site.  Key elements of PWCS’ water management system include:

• Settling ponds and clarifiers to remove fine coal particles
• Water storage ponds to harvest storm water
• Drainage systems to collect process water for reuse

Dust Control and Minimisation

Effective dust control is achieved through the use of stockpile sprays, automatically activated through an on-site weather station.  Additional dust control measures include:

• Design of plant and equipment so as to control and minimise dust
• Enclosure of coal receival areas and conveyors
• Development of work procedures which reduce the potential for dust
• Roadway cleaning
• Landscaping of open areas
• Clean up by water washing

Noise Control and Minimisation

Noise control is achieved through appropriate equipment design and installation of noise control measures.  Noise monitoring is carried out to ensure the community needs and statutory requirements are being achieved.