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Maintaining Compliance with EPA Victoria

  • Environmental Impact
  • Risk Assessment
  • Compliance
  • Monitoring
  • Technical Advice

Project Overview

Hopley Recycling is a leading waste management and resource recovery company turning construction and demolition waste into approved and accredited recycled aggregates and road bases including crushed brick, recycled concrete and recycled asphalt. Hopley is seeking to ensure their Bendigo facility maintains compliance with EPA regulations.

The Challenge

To maintain EPA compliance for their operations, Hopley needed to address the potential environmental impacts associated with waste management and resource recovery. Integral to this was the renewal of their Operating Licence application, a complex process that required environmental audits including reviewing operational procedures, waste acceptance criteria and environmental monitoring data. They needed expert advice and strategic project management to meet the EPA’s criteria.

The Solution

SPM worked extensively with Hopley, providing a proactive approach to environmental management and a thorough understanding of the complexities of resource recovery operations. This included:

  • Conducting compliance audits: of the Bendigo facility to identify any potential EPA compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
  • Fire Management and Response: SPM provided fire and emergency management advice and support to Hopley to ensure compliance with EPA requirements.
  • Waste Acceptance Criteria: SPM assisted Hopley refine their waste acceptance criteria to ensure only suitable materials are processed at the facility, minimising potential environmental risks.
  • Resource Recovery Optimisation: SPM reviewed the site to advise and optimise resource recovery processes which maximised the diversion of waste from landfill and increased the production of valuable recycled materials.
  • Ongoing Support and Improvement: Training and Awareness: SPM has been providing training and awareness programs to Hopley staff on environmental compliance and best practice waste management.
  • Continuous Improvement: SPM assists Hopley in developing and implementing environmental management systems to drive continuous improvement and ensure ongoing compliance with EPA regulations.

The Outcomes

Regulatory approvals obtained – Hopley were successful in the renewal of their Operating Licence application.

By providing expert advice and support, SPM is helping Hopley maintain a high standard of environmental performance at their Bendigo resource recovery facility. This ensures the facility operates responsibly, minimizes its environmental footprint, and contributes to a circular economy.

The Outcomes

Regulatory approvals obtained – Hopley were successful in the renewal of their Operating Licence application.

By providing expert advice and support, SPM is helping Hopley maintain a high standard of environmental performance at their Bendigo resource recovery facility. This ensures the facility operates responsibly, minimizes its environmental footprint, and contributes to a circular economy.