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Whitby, Ontario – On Saturday, May 4, a carbon monoxide (CO) spike led to an exceedance of the four-hour rolling average limit at the Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC). The limit is set at 40 mg/Rm³ (milligrams per reference cubic metre). The CO levels were 45 mg/Rm³. CO is monitored as an operational parameter indicating combustion performance at the facility. All other emissions remain within compliance limits.

WHITBY, ON – The Regional Municipalities of Durham and York are pleased to report the Acceptance Test
Certificate has been issued for the Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC).

WHITBY, ON – The Regional Municipality of Durham is seeking individuals to serve as members of the Energy-From-Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC). This is a volunteer position that provides advice to the Works Committee on issues such as waste diversion, waste management, environmental performance and monitoring of the Durham York Energy Centre (energyfrom-waste facility).