Supplementary Air and Noise Assessment Report - Jervois Base Metal Project
Nitro Solutions
Date of Issue: 8 July 2019
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Document Title: Supplementary Air and Noise Assessment Report - Jervois Base Metal Project
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Table of Contents1 Introduction 6
1.1 Background 6
1.2 This Report 6
2 Proposed Pipeline and Borefields 7
2.1 Site Location 7
2.2 Description of Operations 8
3 Noise Assessment 9
3.1 Overview 9
3.2 Noise Prediction Methodology 9
3.3 Noise Predictions 10
4 Air Quality Assessment 11
4.1 Overview 11
4.2 Air Dispersion Prediction Methodology 11
4.3 Air Emissions Data 11
4.3.1 Construction 11
4.3.2 Operations 13
4.4 Predicted Air Quality Results 14
5 Deposited Dust Monitoring Locations 15
6 Greenhouse Gas Assessment 17
6.1 Overview 17
6.2 Emission Factors 17
6.3 Revised Emissions Inventory 17
7 Conclusion 19
Appendix A - Acoustic Glossary 20
Appendix B - Air Quality Glossary 22
Index of TablesTable 3.1 - Noise Predictions 10
Table 4.1 - Pipeline Construction - Emission Factors 12
Table 4.2 - Pipeline Construction - Estimated Emission Rates (g/s) 13
Table 4.3 - Operational - Estimated Emission Rates (g/s) 14
Table 4.4 - Air Quality Predictions - Construction 14
Table 4.5 - Air Quality Predictions - Operations 14
Table 6.1 - Construction - Scope 1 Emissions 17
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Table 6.2 - Operations - Scope 1 Emissions 18
Index of FiguresFigure 2.1 - Proposed Water Pipeline and Borefield Facilities, and Nearest Sensitive Receptors 7
Figure 5.1 - Proposed and Recommend Dust Sampling Locations 16
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1 Introduction
1.1 BackgroundNitro Solutions Pty Ltd previously commissioned Air Noise Environment Pty Ltd on behalf of KGL
Resources Limited to undertake an air quality and noise assessment for the proposed Jervois Base
Metal Project. The assessment report, completed in September 20181, formed part of the
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) submissions for the Project.
The assessment was subsequently reviewed by various stakeholders and further information was
requested, as follows:
⚫ Undertake an air quality and noise assessment for the proposed borefield and pipeline to
determine the potential impacts on nearby sensitive receptors during construction and
operations;
⚫ Demonstrate the suitability of the locations of the two air monitoring gauge sites and why
monitoring of dust emissions of the southern mining activities is not required;
⚫ Include quantification of greenhouse gas emissions from land clearing.
This supplementary report addresses the above information request items.
1.2 This ReportThis report presents the methodology, results and findings of the additional assessment tasks
undertaken for the proposed Jervois Base Metal Project. Where relevant, reference to the original
assessment report has been made (e.g. assessment criteria).
Sections 2 to 4 address the air and noise assessment of the proposed borefields and pipeline
facilities. Sections 5 and 6 present additional information with regards to the deposited dust
sampling locations and greenhouse gas emissions from land clearing.
Glossaries of Terms are provided in Appendices A and B to assist the reader.
1 Air Noise Environment, Air and Noise Assessment – Jervois Base Metal Project, 17 September 2018, Ref: 4991report2.3.pdf.
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2 Proposed Pipeline and Borefields
2.1 Site LocationThe proposed pipeline for the Jervois Base Metal Project extends north and north-west of the mine
site. Two borefields are proposed (western and eastern). The nearest sensitive receptors to this
component of Project site includes the following:
⚫ Lucy Creek Homestead – 2.5 km north of the nearest borefield and pipeline section;
⚫ Maperte Community (unoccupied for a number of years) – 4.4 km east of the nearest pipeline
section and 10.4 km south-east of the nearest borefield.
Figure 2.1 presents the proposed pipeline and borefield locations and nearest sensitive receptors.
Figure 2.1 - Proposed Water Pipeline and Borefield Facilities, and Nearest Sensitive Receptors
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2.2 Description of OperationsThe pipeline infrastructure will extract and transfer water to the main site. The pipeline will be
approximately 48 km in length and 6 well head sites are proposed across the two borefield sites
(located along the northern section of the pipeline). The western borefield will include 4 well heads,
while the eastern borefield will include 2 well heads. At any given time, 3 out of 6 well heads will be
in operation. It is noted that drilling will occur at 10 sites, however, only 6 sites will be used as
production bores.
The wells will be fitted with 150 mm downhole pumps with 18 kW motors. The wells will be powered
by diesel generators each with a solar capacity (estimated to provide 25% power). No compressor
facilities are required.
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3 Noise Assessment
3.1 OverviewAn assessment of noise during construction and operation of the pipeline and wellhead infrastructure
has been undertaken.
Typically, the construction process for the pipeline involves the following stages:
⚫ clearing the ROW (Right of Way);
⚫ preparing the pipeline (e.g. stringing, bending, mainline welding);
⚫ excavating a trench for the pipeline;
⚫ lowering the pipeline;
⚫ backfilling; and
⚫ hydrotesting.
Noise during construction is associated with operation of various heavy machinery. During operation
of each well head, the main noise source is the well head pump and diesel generator. The following
section presents noise predictions for construction and operational scenarios.
3.2 Noise Prediction MethodologyFor the purposes of predicting impacts associated with construction noise on nearby sensitive
receivers, noise predictions have been undertaken using the simplified method outlined in ISO
Standard 9613-2 (1996) Acoustics - Attenuation of sound during propagation outdoors. The simplified
method is based on noise propagation calculations using total A-weighted sound power levels (as
opposed to detailed 1/1 octave band data). Atmospheric attenuation has been based on a 1.9 dB/km
rate for the 500 Hz frequency (as recommended in ISO 9613) and ground attenuation has been
based on Equation 10 of the standard.
Two prediction scenarios have been considered:
⚫ Well head operations:
⚫ Sound power level of 95 dB(A) for 18 kW well head pump (based on predictive source noise
equation for an 18 kW pump);
⚫ Sound power level of 97 dB(A) for 25 kVa diesel generator (based on representative of noise
source data for 25 kVa generator) ;
⚫ Assumed 3 well heads operating simultaneously;
⚫ Minimum separation distance of 2,500 m for the Lucy Creek Homestead and 10,400 m for
the Maperte Community.
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⚫ Construction scenario:
⚫ Sound power level of 114 dB(A) for a typical pipeline construction scenario involving a
number of heavy machinery.
⚫ Minimum separation distance of 2,500 m for the Lucy Creek Homestead and 4,400 m for the
Maperte Community.
3.3 Noise PredictionsTable 3.1 presents predicted noise levels during operation and construction of the pipeline and well
heads. The assessment noise criteria is defined in the original air and noise assessment report (refer
to Section 4.1 of the report).
The results of the predictions indicate compliance with the relevant noise criteria by a significant
margin. The low noise levels at the nearest receptors are due to the very large separations distances
from the proposed infrastructure (at least 2.5 km).
Table 3.1 - Noise Predictions
Sensitive Receptor
Predicted LAeq Noise Levels dB(A)
Pump OperationsWorst-case Construction
Activity
Lucy Creek Homestead 18 29
Maperte Community < 10 20
Criteria 30 35
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4 Air Quality Assessment
4.1 OverviewAn assessment of air emissions during construction and operation of the pipeline and wellhead
infrastructure has been undertaken.
During construction, potential air quality impacts are primarily associated with particulates, which
occurs during earthwork construction stages (e.g. excavation, backfilling). Earthworks and truck
movements over unpaved surfaces result in the disturbance of surface material, which may be
dispersed towards sensitive receptors during downwind conditions. Overall, there are only a limited
number of construction stages involving intensive earthwork activities. These stages include clearing
of ROW, trenching and backfilling. The key air quality indicators for the above mentioned activities
are Total Suspended Particulates, PM10 (particulate matter less than 10 microns) and PM2.5
(particulate matter less than 2.5 microns).
During operations, the main potential air emission source is a diesel generator at each well head.
Diesel generators emit combustion products, including nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO)
and particulates (PM10 and PM2.5).
The following sections present air quality predictions for construction and operational scenarios.
4.2 Air Dispersion Prediction MethodologyAir quality predictions have been undertaken using first principle Gaussian prediction equations
assuming the following:
⚫ source-to-receiver wind speed of 3 m/s;
⚫ Briggs dispersion coefficients for F Class stability conditions in a rural area;
⚫ all emissions modelled via a single point source; and
⚫ Source height of 2.0 m.
Emissions data has been estimated from available emission factor documentation and representative
equipment specifications as discussed in Section 4.3.
4.3 Air Emissions Data
4.3.1 Construction
As discussed, potential air quality impacts during construction primarily relate to particulate
emissions during earthwork construction stages (e.g. excavation, backfilling). For the purpose of the
assessment, particulate emissions from trenching have been considered.
In order to predict emission rates for trenching activity, a review of available published literature
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most relevant to the proposed construction has been completed. The following documents have
been utilised to estimate emissions:
1. AP 42 (5th Edition), Compilation of Air Pollutant Emission Factors, Vol. 1 Stationary Point and
Area Sources, Chapter 13.2.2, Unpaved Roads (November 2006).
2. National Pollution Inventory, Emission Estimation Technique Manual for Mining, Version 3.1
(January 2012).
Table 4.1 presents emission factors sourced from the above literature.
Table 4.1 - Pipeline Construction - Emission Factors
No. Activity/Source Units TSP PM10 PM2.5
F1 Trenching kg/Mg 0.00276 0.00131 0.00020
F2 Wind erosion over exposed areas kg/m2/hr 0.00004 0.00002 0.000003
F3 On-site truck routes g/VKT 3577 1056 106
Emission Factor F1 has been derived using Equation 16 and 17 from the NPI Mining Manual.
Equations 16 and 17 calculates emissions from material handling as follows:
⚫ Emission Factor (kg/T) = k x S1.2 / M1.3
⚫ k = 0.26 and 0.34 for TSP and PM10
⚫ S = silt content (%)
⚫ M = material moisture content (%).
Silt and moisture contents of 10% and 1% respectively have been adopted for the purpose of the
assessment. The silt content is based on the default values typical of Australian mines identified in
the NPI Mining Manual. A 1% moisture content for soil is considered conservative.
The F2 wind erosion emission factor for exposed trenching areas has been based on the values
presented in Section 1.1.17 of the NPI Mining Manual. This NPI document presents wind erosion
emission factors associated with coal mines and are likely to be conservative when applied to a
general excavation area.
Emission Factor F3 for haul routes has been derived using Equation 1a from the US EPA AP 42
Compilation of Air Pollutant Emission Factors (Chapter 13.2.2, Unpaved Roads). Equation 1a is as
follows:
⚫ Emission Factor (g/VKT) = 281.9 x k x (s/12)a x (W/3)b
⚫ k = 4.9 and 1.5 for particle sizes less than 30 microns and 10 microns
⚫ a = 0.7 and 0.9 for particle sizes less than 30 microns and 10 microns
⚫ b = 0.45
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⚫ s = silt content (%)
⚫ W = vehicle weight (tons)
A silt content of 10.0 % has been adopted which is based on the default value identified in the NPI
Mining Manual and is considered typical of an unpaved road. A truck weight of 30 tonnes has been
adopted.
In order to derive emission rates using the above emission factors, the following information has
been considered:
⚫ hourly trench material excavation rate of 337.5 tonnes per hour, based on the following:
⚫ volume of material trenched per day of 2250 m3 (assumes 1.5 x 1.5 m trench x 1000 m
length);
⚫ soil density of 1,500 kg/m3;
⚫ typical construction day (7 am to 5 pm).
⚫ exposed excavation area of 20,000 m2 (assume 20 m Right of Way x 1000 m section);
⚫ haul route vehicle kilometres travelled (VKT) of 1.0 km/h – assumes at least one truck travels the
length of the pipeline construction section every hour.
The modelling accounts for a typical 10-hour construction day and 1,000 m per day construction
rate. Table 4.2 presents the estimated emission rates adopted in the air dispersion modelling.
Table 4.2 - Pipeline Construction - Estimated Emission Rates (g/s)
Activity/SourceFactor
ValueFactor Unit TSP PM10 PM2.5
Excavation at trench 337.5 tonnes/hr 0.259 0.122 0.019
Wind erosion over exposed areas 20,000 m2 0.222 0.111 0.017
Haul truck on unpaved surface 1.0 VKT/hr 0.994 0.293 0.029
Total 1.475 0.527 0.0647
4.3.2 Operations
Well pumps are expected to be operated using diesel generators. It is assumed that the US EPA
Tier 4 non-road diesel emissions standard (or equivalent) would be applicable, which was introduced
in 2008 (for engines less between 19 kW and 37 kW).
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Table 4.3 - Operational - Estimated Emission Rates (g/s)
PollutantDiesel Pump Emission Factor (g/
kWh)Adopted Emission Rate (g/s)a
CO 5.5 0.0382
NOx 7.5 0.0521
Total PM 0.3 0.0021
4.4 Predicted Air Quality ResultsTables 4.4 and 4.5 present predicted air quality results for construction and operational scenarios.
The results of the calculations confirm that concentrations are significantly below the relevant
ambient air quality criteria at the nearest sensitive receptors. Background concentrations have not
been included in the calculations. However, compliance is still predicted even when considering
background concentrations for the Darwin area (the nearest ambient monitoring stations to site), as
presented in Section 3.2 of the original assessment. It is also noted that 1-hour average predictions
have been compared against long-term criteria (8-hour, 24-hour and annual averages) as a
conservative approach.
Table 4.4 - Air Quality Predictions - Construction
PollutantHighest Predicted Sensitive
Receptor Concentrations (mg/m3) – 1 hour averages
AverageTime Criteria
PM10 27.2 24 hour 50
PM2.5 3.3 24 hour 25
Table 4.5 - Air Quality Predictions - Operations
PollutantHighest Predicted Sensitive
Receptor Concentration (mg/m3)– 1 hour averages
AverageTime Criteria
TSP 0.11 Annual 90
PM10
0.11 24 hour 50
0.11 Annual 25
PM2.5
0.11 24 hour 25
0.11 Annual 8
CO 1.97 8 hour 11,000
NO2
2.69 1 hour 250
2.69 Annual 62
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5 Deposited Dust Monitoring LocationsThe two deposited dust sampling locations identified in the EIS are presented in Figure 5.1 (D1 and
D2). It is understood that deposited dust sampling has been undertaken at these locations and
sampling will recommence during construction of the mine. The sampling locations are noted to be
on the western and eastern side of the mine and would provide an indication of dust levels for mining
operations near the mine camp facilities (east position, D1) and near the processing plant and
Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) (west position, D2).
In addition to these sampling positions, it is recommended that future sampling is also completed at
two additional locations to the north and south of the mine site operations (Positions D3 and D4) to
quantify deposited dust levels near the topsoil and waste stockpiles. Position D2 and D4 are located
north-west of operations as dust is most likely to be dispersed in this direction, due to the prevailing
south-easterlies in the project area (see Jervois wind rose data in Section 3.4 of the original air and
noise assessment).
It is noted that the nearest off-site sensitive receptors are at a significant distance from the mining
operations (at least 16 km away). Therefore, the purpose of the dust sampling is to provide
information in relation to on-site dust levels and the effectiveness of dust emission controls being
implemented on site.
All deposited dust sampling shall be undertaken in accordance with the latest version of AS/NZS
3580.10.1 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air - Determination of particulate matter -
Deposited matter - Gravimetric method.
Figure 5.1 presents the existing (D1 and D2) and recommended additional (D3 and D4) dust
sampling locations.
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Figure 5.1 - Proposed and Recommend Dust Sampling Locations
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6 Greenhouse Gas Assessment
6.1 OverviewThis section provides an updated assessment of greenhouse gas emissions associated with the
Project. The updated assessment considers the following:
⚫ land clearing activity at the mine site and along the pipeline route; and
⚫ the proposal to utilise 20-30% solar power (the source of solar power will be in the form of on-
site photovolatic cells).
The following sections discuss the revised calculations in further detail.
6.2 Emission FactorsLand clearing is associated with greenhouse gas emissions through release of carbon dioxide from
decaying plant matter and the reduction in carbon sequestration provided by trees. For the
estimation of emissions associated with land clearing, the Full Carbon Accounting Model (FullCAM)
was utilised. FullCAM evaluates potential carbon stocks for various types of vegetation as defined by
the National Vegetation Information System (NVIS).
Information provided by the proponent indicates that approximately 236 hectares of land clearing
will occur around the mine site to account for the development. Minimal land clearing is required
along the proposed pipeline and borefield, as existing road easements, tracks and previously
disturbed areas will be utilised.
Based on FullCAM2, the carbon stock for the mine site is 4.38 tC/ha. With a disturbed area of 246 ha,
the total carbon stock is 1077 tC. The estimated total carbon to be removed is 3,954 tC (tonnes of
carbon). This value has been factored by 3.67 (CO2:C ratio) to estimate the potential CO2 emitted.
6.3 Revised Emissions InventoryTables 6.1 and 6.2 presents the estimated Scope 1 emissions for construction and annual operations.
Table 6.1 - Construction - Scope 1 Emissions
Stage Total Energy Consumed GJ Total CO2-e (tonnes)
Construction 115,800 8,164
Land Clearing - 3,954
2 Vegetation – Acacia Shrublands as per NVIS database (Version 5.1), coordinates – 136.2553, -22.655.
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Table 6.2 - Operations - Scope 1 Emissions
Equipment Total Energy Consumed GJ Total CO2-e (tonnes)
Power Generation (assuming 20%
solar power)324,240 22,859
Other Operational Equipment 613,740 43,269
Lube and Hydraulic Oil 815 11
Total Per Annum 938,795 66,139
Total for Project Life (15 years) 14,081,925 992,085
Based on the estimated emissions presented above, the Project is expected to trigger the NGER
reporting threshold for a single facility of 25 kilotonnes CO2-e (25,000 tonnes CO2-e) of greenhouse
gases and 100,000 MJ of energy consumed. Further analysis indicates that, assuming 20-30% solar
power, results in 8-12% less greenhouse gas emissions.
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7 ConclusionThis supplementary report addresses air and noise issues raised in stakeholder comments on the air
and noise assessment submitted with the draft EIS for the Jervois Base Metal Project. The outcomes
of the assessment are summarised below.
Proposed Water Pipeline and Borefield
The proposed water pipeline and well head infrastructure is to be located north of the main mine
site, and runs within 3 km of the nearest sensitive receptor (Lucy Creek Homestead). Noise and air
dispersion predictions have been undertaken for both construction activities and operation of the
well head pumps (using diesel generator). The predictions confirm predicted compliance with the
relevant air quality and noise criteria for the Project.
Proposed Deposited Dust Sampling Locations
The current dust sampling positions are considered appropriate for monitoring dust levels at the
mine camp and at operations around the TSF and processing plant. It is recommended that dust
sampling is also completed at two additional positions to assess dust levels from the topsoil and
waste stockpiles areas to the north and south of the site.
Greenhouse Gas Calculations
Revised greenhouse gas calculations have been undertaken with consideration of land clearing and
the proposed used of solar power (20-30% of total power). The revised calculations show that
greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced by 8-12% by sourcing 20-30% of total from solar sources.
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Appendix A - Acoustic Glossary
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APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY OF ACOUSTIC TERMINOLOGY
A-Weighting A response provided by an electronic circuit which modifies sound in such a way
that the resulting level is similar to that perceived by the human ear.
dB (decibel) This is the scale on which sound pressure level is expressed. It is defined as 20
times the logarithm of the ratio between the root-mean-square pressure of the
sound field and the reference pressure (0.00002N/m2).
dB(A) This is a measure of the overall noise level of sound across the audible spectrum
with a frequency weighting (i.e. ‘A’ weighting) to compensate for the varying
sensitivity of the human ear to sound at different frequencies.
Facade Noise Level Refers to a sound pressure level determined at a point close to an acoustically
reflective surface (in addition to the ground). Typically a distance of 1 metre is
used.
Free Field Refers to a sound pressure level determined at a point away from reflective
surfaces other than the ground with no significant contribution due to sound from
other reflective surfaces; generally as measured outside and away from buildings.
Hertz (Hz) A measure of the frequency of sound. It measures the number of pressure peaks
per second passing a point when a pure tone is present.
LAeq
Equivalent Continuous
Sound Level
This is the equivalent steady sound level in dB(A) containing the same acoustic
energy as the actual fluctuating sound level over the given period. For a steady
sound with small fluctuations, its value is close to the average sound pressure level.
LA90,T This is the dB(A) level exceeded 90% of the time, T.
LA10,T This is the dB(A) level exceeded 10% of the time, T.
LA50, T This is the dB(A) level exceeded 50% of the time, T.
LWA The A-weighted sound power level in dB.
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Appendix B - Air Quality Glossary
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APPENDIX B: GLOSSARY OF AIR QUALITY TERMINOLOGY
Conversion of ppm to
mg/m3
Where R is the ideal gas constant; T, the temperature in Kelvin (273.16
+ T°C); and P, the pressure in mm Hg, the conversion is as follows:
mg m-3 = (P/RT) x Molecular weight x (concentration in ppm)
= P x Molecular weight x (concentration in ppm)
62.4 x (273.2 + T°C)
g/s Grams per second
mg/m3 Milligrams (10-3) per cubic metre.
μg/m3 Micrograms (10-6) per cubic metre.
ppb Parts per billion.
ppm Parts per million.
PM10, PM2.5, PM1 Fine particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter of less
than 10, 2.5 or 1 micrometres respectively. Fine particulates are
predominantly sourced from combustion processes. Vehicle emissions
are a key source in urban environments.
50th percentile The value exceeded for 50 % of the time.
NOx Oxides of nitrogen – a suite of gaseous contaminants that are emitted
from road vehicles and other sources. Some of the compounds can react
in the atmosphere and, in the presence of other contaminants, convert
to different compounds (eg, NO to NO2).
VOC Volatile Organic Compounds. These compounds can be both toxic and
odorous.
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