SR2022 number 9: new and existing, low risk, stationary medium combustion plant which is a natural gas or hydrogen boiler
Standard rules and generic risk assessment for new and existing, low risk, stationary medium combustion plant which is a natural gas boiler or hydrogen boiler.
Applies to England
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These standard rules will allow the operator to operate one or more new or existing medium combustion plant (MCP) which:
- is a natural gas or hydrogen boiler producing heat only
- may be in an Air Quality Management Area unless the combustion plant is referenced in a relevant Air Quality Plan
Read the standard rules permit to check the limits of the specified activity.
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Updates to this page
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Hydrogen added as a new fuel type on this rule set with corresponding criteria and ELVs including using a blend with natural gas. Gas oil substitutes permitted as a back-up fuel. Caps and Cowls and non-vertical stacks are now permitted. Clarity around use in an AQMA where there is a relevant air quality plan. Added MCERTS monitoring as an option. Updates to the interpretation section to improve understanding.
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Updated the 'Details' section to linked to the new service for applying for a environmental permit online in England.
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First published.