We remind you of the need to comply with the requirements of environmental legislation in the field of atmospheric air protection.
In accordance with Article 11 of the Law of Ukraine “On Atmospheric Air Protection” (No. 2707-ХІІ dated 16.10.1992), business entities whose activities are related to the emission of pollutants into the atmospheric air by stationary sources are required to obtain an emissions permit in accordance with the procedure established by law.
An emissions permit is a document of a permissive nature that grants the right to operate facilities from which pollutants are emitted into the atmospheric air (Procedure approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated 13.03.2002 No. 302).
Who is required to obtain a permit
The obligation to obtain a permit is imposed on business entities that operate stationary sources of emissions.
According to Article 10 of the Law of Ukraine “On Atmospheric Air Protection”, business entities are obliged to:
· carry out organizational, economic, technical and other measures to ensure compliance with requirements in the field of atmospheric air protection;
· take measures to reduce emissions;
· ensure compliance with environmental safety standards and permissible emission standards;
· obtain permits in cases provided for by law.
The requirements of the legislation apply to:
legal entities;
individual entrepreneurs;
municipal enterprises;
institutions and organizations regardless of the form of ownership.
What belongs to stationary sources of emissions
Stationary sources may include:
boilers and heat generators;
diesel and gasoline generators;
painting booths;
ventilation systems of production facilities;
welding stations;
metal and woodworking equipment;
drying plants;
fuel storage tanks;
grain dryers and warehouses;
other equipment that is a source of emissions.
Features for the period of martial law
In accordance with paragraph 12 of Section IX of the Law of Ukraine “On Atmospheric Air Protection”, during the period of martial law and within six months after its termination or cancellation, the operation of generators, uninterruptible power supply systems and power generating units is allowed without obtaining an emissions permit.
The above does not apply in cases where such units are an integral part of a real estate object put into operation before February 24, 2022.
Procedure for obtaining a permit
In accordance with Article 11 of the Law of Ukraine “On Atmospheric Air Protection”, emissions of pollutants into the atmospheric air from stationary sources may be carried out by business entities only with the relevant permit.
The procedure for obtaining such a permit is determined by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated 13.03.2002 No. 302 “On Approval of the Procedure for Conducting and Paying for Work Related to Issuing Permits for Emissions of Pollutants into the Atmospheric Air by Stationary Sources”.
The procedure for obtaining a permit includes the following stages:
1. Inventory of emission sources, which determines:
· list of sources;
· types of pollutants;
· emission volumes;
· technical characteristics of the equipment.
2. Development of documents substantiating the emission volumes, in particular:
· description of activities;
· emission calculations;
· assessment of the impact on atmospheric air;
· environmental protection measures.
3. Publication of a notice of intention to obtain a permit in the media.
4. Submission of documents to the Center for Providing Administrative Services.
The package of documents includes:
application;
documents substantiating the volumes of pollutant emissions (in paper and electronic forms);
confirmation of publication of the notice;
conclusion on the environmental impact assessment (if available);
information on the results of the public discussion.
5. Consideration of documents – up to 20 working days.
The administrative service is free of charge.
Where to contact in the Rivne territorial community
In the Rivne city territorial community, you can receive an administrative service for issuing an emissions permit by contacting:
Center for Administrative Services (CASS) – for submitting documents.
Address: 2 Prosvity Square, Rivne, 33000
Phone: (0362) 40-00-43, 096-043-00-43
Department of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Rivne Regional State Administration – as the authorized body that reviews materials and provides conclusions.
Address: 20 Simon Smith St., Rivne, 33004
Phone: (0362) 62-03-64
Who prepares documents
The development of documents substantiating the volume of emissions is carried out by the business entity independently or with the involvement of specialized organizations.
Such services are provided by:
business entities in the field of environmental protection;
design and scientific and technical organizations;
other organizations that have qualified specialists in their composition.
Documentation development is carried out in accordance with the requirements of current legislation, state standards and approved methods.
Liability for violation of legislation
In accordance with Article 33 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Protection of