KNOW YOUR TRASH!
Win Waste/Wheelabrator 2023 Facility Report provides information regarding tons of wastes imported from various locations.
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Current Events
A recent malfunction at the Hudson Falls Wheelabrator facility has raised concerns among citizens regarding their health and wellness. Balancing the debate between the economy and public health is a difficult challenge. Hands off the Hudson is committed to providing you with the information you need and empowering you to raise your concerns with DEC officials and elected representatives.
In the News
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Neighbors witness black cloud envelope Washington County incinerator- Nov. 6, 2024
Neighbors continue to push for closure of Wheelabrator in Hudson Falls By Wendy Liberatore, Staff Writer Updated Nov 7, 2024 2:03 p.m. Read More Here According to DEC Air Emissions Engineer, the fan malfunction is under investigation and may put them in violation of their Title V Air Permit. |
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Residents, activists want Wheelabrator garbage plant shuttered
By Wendy Liberatore,
Staff Writer
Aug 24, 2024
Read More Here
By Wendy Liberatore,
Staff Writer
Aug 24, 2024
Read More Here
Footage of Wheelabrators Smoky episode on June 10th
June 10, 2024
This pressure valve malfunction is currently under investigation by the DEC and may have violated their Title V Air Permit
June 10, 2024
This pressure valve malfunction is currently under investigation by the DEC and may have violated their Title V Air Permit
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Footage of WinWaste/Wheelabrators malfunctioning pressure valve
Jan 1, 2025 A "waste incinerator boiler leak" refers to a situation where a leak occurs in the boiler system of a waste incinerator plant, which is a critical component that generates steam from the heat produced by burning waste, potentially causing operational disruptions, environmental concerns, and safety hazards if not addressed promptly (waste-to-energy). |
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Background Information
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Wheelabrator is a Title V incinerator located on River Street in Hudson Falls, NY. Their current air and solid waste permits allow them to burn not only municipal waste, but has expanded to other biosolids, such as sewage sludge (see Annual Report 2022).
Their annual emissions classify this facility as the worst polluting incinerator in the country, largely due to their processing of materials other than just municipal waste and their outdated infrastructure. The life span of 25 years has not been exceeded and they are currently attempting to obtain a new air permit that would allow them to operate for the next 10 years. |
DEC info locator can be used to access current emissions by selecting: Title V Air Facilities
IMPORTANT Stats from 2022 (most recent data)
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- 2,060.77 tons of Industrial Waste was received from outside of Washington County
- 1,914.40 tons of Industrial Waste was received from outside of New York State (including Canada)
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Mixed Municipal Solid Waste (Residential, Institutional, and Commercial)
Pharmaceuticals
Tire Burning
Sewage Sludge from Glens Falls
Ash sent to Land Fill
Performance Log
