Zuari Cement’s Sitapuram plant breaches particulate matter emissions

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India: Zuari Cement’s integrated cement plant at Sitapuram, Telangana has been issued a show cause notice by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for exceeding particulate matter emissions. During an inspection it has found to be emitting 40.6mg/Nm3 from the kiln and 78mg/Nm3 from the cement mill, according to the Times of India newspaper. The limit is 30mg/Nm3. CPCB officials also found other violations including an alleged deliberate attempt show reduced levels of sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxide. The plant has been asked to calibrate its dust monitors properly and submit a compliance report by late July 2019.

Last modified on 24 July 2019

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