DEC announces hearings on Saratoga Biochar project

Two public hearings set on Saratoga Biochar Solutions project

Two public hearings set on Saratoga Biochar Solutions project

Two hearings on the Saratoga Biochar Solutions project will be held this week.

The company proposes to construct and operate a facility to turn biosolids and wood waste feedstock into carbon fertilizer. It has applied for permits with the state Department of Environmental Conservation.

The virtual hearing will take place at 6 p.m. on Wednesday.

To join by phone only, call 518-549-0500 and enter Access Code: 161 695 8229 and password 43274641.

People can submit written comments through March 4. They can be sent to comments.SaratogaBiochar2021@dec.ny.gov or by mail to Erin Burns, Regional Permit Administrator, DEC Region 5, 1115 State Route 86, Ray Brook, NY 12977.  

MORE: Environmental Permit Documents – Saratoga Biochar