Drought Response Desalination
We are seeking planning approval for a drought response desalination plant at Belmont.
Drought response desalination was part of the NSW Government’s 2014 Lower Hunter Water Plan as a last resort for drought security. While the likelihood of having to construct the desalination plant is low, we need to seek planning approval now so we are ready to build, should we need to in the future.
An environmental impact statement (EIS) has been developed the proposed desalination plant, which outlines key features of the project and assesses its potential environmental, social and economic impact. The EIS will be on publicContinue reading
We are seeking planning approval for a drought response desalination plant at Belmont.
Drought response desalination was part of the NSW Government’s 2014 Lower Hunter Water Plan as a last resort for drought security. While the likelihood of having to construct the desalination plant is low, we need to seek planning approval now so we are ready to build, should we need to in the future.
An environmental impact statement (EIS) has been developed the proposed desalination plant, which outlines key features of the project and assesses its potential environmental, social and economic impact. The EIS will be on public exhibition by the Department of Planning, Industry, and Environment (DPIE) from Thursday 21 November 2019.
The EIS display is an opportunity for you to make comment on the environmental impacts and mitigation actions of the proposed plant. Anyone can make a submission to DPIE about the project within the exhibition period.
To view the EIS or make a submission, visit the DPIE Major Projects portal. Submissions close on Thursday 19 December 2019.
Find out more in our EIS overview brochure.
We want to hear your views as we go through the planning stages. For more information, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions, join the Discussion Board or contact us.
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Eastlakes NAIDOC Family Fun Day
over 1 year agoHunter Water is proud to support this year’s Eastlakes NAIDOC Family Fun Day on Friday July 20 at Pelican Foreshore Park.
Come and say hi to the Hunter Water team and discuss planning for the temporary desalination plant at Belmont.
We’ll have some interactive water wise activities for the kids including our educational Virtual Reality headsets. And don’t forget to bring your water bottle to fill up at Hunter Water’s Hydration Station.
More details on the Eastlakes Facebook page.
Hunter Water is proud to support this year’s Eastlakes NAIDOC Family Fun Day on Friday July 20 at Pelican Foreshore Park.
Come and say hi to the Hunter Water team and discuss planning for the temporary desalination plant at Belmont.
We’ll have some interactive water wise activities for the kids including our educational Virtual Reality headsets. And don’t forget to bring your water bottle to fill up at Hunter Water’s Hydration Station.
More details on the Eastlakes Facebook page.
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In the News: Hunter Water desalination plant plan for Belmont remains 'emergency measure'
over 1 year agoRead more in the Newcastle Herald.
Questions or Comments?
Join the conversation on the Discussion Board or send us your question through the Q&A forum.
If you would like more information, you can call 1800 066 243 or email tempdesal@hunterwater.com.au.
Read more in the Newcastle Herald.
Questions or Comments?
Join the conversation on the Discussion Board or send us your question through the Q&A forum.
If you would like more information, you can call 1800 066 243 or email tempdesal@hunterwater.com.au.
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Media release - Insurance against a future drought
over 1 year agoSee the latest media release about planning for Hunter Water's temporary desalination plant.
Questions or Comments?
Join the conversation on the Discussion Board or send us your question through the Q&A forum.
If you would like more information, you can call 1800 066 243 or email tempdesal@hunterwater.com.au.
See the latest media release about planning for Hunter Water's temporary desalination plant.
Questions or Comments?
Join the conversation on the Discussion Board or send us your question through the Q&A forum.
If you would like more information, you can call 1800 066 243 or email tempdesal@hunterwater.com.au.
Project stages
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Preliminary Assessment
Drought Response Desalination has finished this stagePreliminary assessments, including site selection, were carried out following the release of the Lower Hunter Water Plan in 2014.
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Preparation of Environmental Impact Statement
Drought Response Desalination has finished this stageAn Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been prepared and submitted to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.
The EIS outlines the key features of the proposed desalination plant and assesses its potential environmental, social and economic impact.
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Public exhibition of the EIS
Drought Response Desalination is currently at this stageThe EIS is on public exhibition by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) from Thursday 21 November to Thursday 19 December 2019.
To view the EIS or make a submission, visit the DPIE Major Projects portal.
Find out more in our EIS overview brochure.
Who's listening to you
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Phone 1300 657 657 Email desal@hunterwater.com.au