AQ_F_0400059_20140610_PRMT_Permit

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 10, 2014
Mr. Gary Bailey
Owner
GrowGreen Power, Inc.
850 West Morgan St.
Raleigh, NC 27603
SUBJECT: Air Permit No. 10373R00
GrowGreen Power, Inc.
Wadesboro, Anson County, North Carolina
Facility ID: 0400059
Permit Class: Title V
PSD Status: Minor
Dear Mr. Bailey:
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for a state-only
construction and operating permit under 15A NCAC 2Q .0300 received February 25, 2014, we are
forwarding herewith Permit No. 10373R00 to GrowGreen Power, Inc., Airport Road, Wadesboro,
Anson County, North Carolina for the construction and operation of air emissions sources or air
cleaning devices and appurtenances. Additionally, any emissions activities determined from your Air
Quality Permit Application as being insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 2Q
.0503(8) have been listed for informational purposes as an "ATTACHMENT."
The Permittee shall file a Title V Air Quality Permit Application pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q
.0504 for these air emission sources (ID Nos. BLR1 through BLR5) on or before 12 months after
commencing operation of the first unit.
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review, understand, and abide
by all of the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure that
any person who operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject to
any term or condition of the attached permit reviews, understands, and abides by the condition(s) of
the attached permit that are applicable to that particular emission source.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable
to you, you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of
this permit, identifying the specific issues to be contested. This hearing request must be in the form of
a written petition, conforming to NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) 15013-23, and filed with
1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641
Phone:[phone]\Internet:www.ncdenr.gov
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Mr. Bailey
June 10, 2014
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both the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina
27699-6714 and the Division of Air Quality, Permitting Section, 1641 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1641. The form for requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing may be obtained
upon request from the Office of Administrative Hearings. Please note that this permit will be stayed
in its entirety upon receipt of the request for a hearing Unless a request for a hearing is made pursuant
to NCGS 150B-23,this Air Quality Permit shall be final and binding 30 days after issuance.
You may request modification of your Air Quality Permit through informal means pursuant to
NCGS 150B-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and must identify the
specific provisions or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that this Air Quality
Permit will become final and binding regardless of a request for informal modification unless a
request for a hearing is also made under NCGS 150B-23.
The construction of new air pollution emission source(s) and associated air pollution control
device(s), or modifications to the emission source(s) and air pollution control device(s) described in
this permit must be covered under an Air Quality Permit issued by the Division of Air Quality prior to
construction unless the Permittee has fulfilled the requirements of GS 143-215-108A(b) and received
written approval from the Director of the Division of Air Quality to commence construction. Failure
to receive an Air Quality Permit or written approval prior to commencing construction is a violation
of GS 143-215.108A and may subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in GS
143-215.114A and 143-215.114B.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from June 10, 2014 until May 31, 2022, is
nontransferable to future owners and operators, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations
as specified therein. Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Betty
Gatano, P.E., at [phone] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
0XV/W #
William D. Willets, P.E., Chief, Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality,NCDENR
Enclosure
cc: Steven Vozzo, Supervisor,Fayetteville Regional Office
Shannon Vogel, SSCB
Dennis Igboko, SSCB
Central Files

NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
AIR PERMIT NO. 100373R00
Issue Date: June 10, 2014 Effective Date: June 10, 2014
Expiration Date: May 31, 2022 Replaces Permit: (new)
To construct and operate air emission source(s) and/or air cleaning device(s), and for the
discharge of the associated air contaminants into the atmosphere in accordance with the provisions
of Article 21B of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina (NCGS) as amended, and other
applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations,
GrowGreen Power, Inc.
Airport Road
Wadesboro, Anson County, North Carolina
Permit Class: Title V
Facility ID No. 0400059
(the Permittee) is hereby authorized to construct and operate the air emissions sources and/or air
cleaning devices and appurtenances described below:
Emission Emission Source C©ntro� Cont-,' System
Source ID De cript %n yst m II? De9cr on
SNCR1 Selective non-catalytic reduction system
through (one on each boiler)
BLR1 through SNCR5
BLR5 Five(5) woody biomass-fired
GACT Subpart gasifiers/boilers (142.4 million Btu per CYC1 through Multicyclones(one on each boiler)
JJJJJJ hour maximum heat input,each) CYC5
NSPS Db
DINJ1 Dry Reagent Injection(one unit)
ESP1 Electrostatic Precipitator(one unit)
ENGENI
through
ENGEN3 Three(3)diesel fuel-fired emergency
N/A N/A
GACT Subpart generators (I 825kW,2690 hp,each)
ZZZZ
NSPS IIH
COOL 1 Cooling tower N/A N/A
FO1 and F02 Hammermill and woody biomass transfer N/A N/A
operations
F03 Woody biomass Storage Pile N/A N/A

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in accordance with the completed application 0400059.14A received February 25, 2014, including
any plans, specifications, previous applications, and other supporting data, all of which are filed
with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Air Quality(DAQ) and are
incorporated as part of this permit.

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This permit is subject to the following specified conditions and limitations including any
TESTING,REPORTING, OR MONITORING REQUIREMENTS:
A. SPECIFIC CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
1. Any air emission sources or control devices authorized to construct and operate above must be
operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions contained herein. The Permittee shall
comply with applicable Environmental Management Commission Regulations, including Title
15A North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC), Subchapter 2D .0202, 2D .0504, 2D .0516,
2D .0521, 2D .0524 (40 CFR 60, Subpart Db, 40 CFR 60, Subpart IIII), 2D .0535, 2D .0540, 2D
.0605,2D .0611, 2D .1111 (40 CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ, Subpart ZZZZ), 2D .1806, 2Q .0317
(Avoidance), and NC General Statutes NCGS 143-215.108.
2. PERMIT RENEWAL AND EMISSION INVENTORY REQUIREMENT - The Permittee, at
least 90 days prior to the expiration date of this permit, shall request permit renewal by letter in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0304(d) and(f). Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0203(i), no
permit application fee is required for renewal of an existing air permit(without a modification
request). The renewal request (with AA application form) should be submitted to the Regional
Supervisor, DAQ. Also, at least 90 days prior to the expiration date of this permit, the Permittee
shall submit the air pollution emission inventory report(with Certification Sheet) in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0202,pursuant to N.C. General Statute 143 215.65. The report shall be
submitted to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, and shall document air pollutants emitted for the
2020 calendar year.
3. PARTICULATE CONTROL REQUIREMENT-As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0504
"Particulates from Wood Burning Indirect Heat Exchangers,"particulate matter emissions from
the wood burning indirect heat exchangers shall not exceed the allowable emission rates listed
below:
Emission S010= s� omission Limit '
(poundsper million$tu)
Five(5) woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers rated at 142.4 million Btu
per hour, each 0.27
(ID Nos. BLRI through BLR5)
4. SULFUR DIOXIDE CONTROL REQUIREMENT- As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0516
"Sulfur Dioxide Emissions from Combustion Sources," sulfur dioxide emissions from these
emission sources (ID Nos.BLR1 through BLR5 and EGEN1 through EGEN3) shall not
exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input.
'The emission limit under 15A NCAC 2D .0504 applies to total particulate matter.If testing to verify compliance is
required,particulate matter testing must include EPA Method 5 of Appendix A of 40 CFR Part 60 and EPA Method 202
of Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51, as specified under 15A NCAC 2D.2609(a). As allowed under 15A NCAC 2D
.2609(a),the Permittee can request an exemption from using Method 202,and the DAQ will approve the exemption if
the DAQ determines that the compliance demonstration with an applicable emission standard is unlikely to change with
or without the Method 202 results included.

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5. VISIBLE EMISSIONS CONTROL REQUIREMENT-As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0521
"Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions from these emission sources (ID Nos.
EGENI through EGEN3 and COOE ),manufactured after July 1, 1971, shall not be more
than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period, except that six-minute periods
averaging not more than 87 percent opacity may occur not more than once in any hour nor more
than four times in any 24-hour period. However, sources which must comply with 15A NCAC
2D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards" or .1110 "National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants" must comply with applicable visible emissions requirements
contained therein.
6. 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS" - For the following
equipment,the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, including the notification,
testing, reporting, recordkeeping, and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental
Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source Performance
Standards" (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR 60, Subpart indicated below, and including
Subpart A "General Provisions."
... .......
Emission Sources Regulation
Five (5) woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers 40 CFR Part 60, Subpart Db
(ID Nos. BLRI through BLRS) "Standards of Performance for Industrial-
Commercial-Institutional Steam Generating Units"
a. NSPS Notification Requirements - In addition to any other notification requirements to the
Environmental Protection Agency(EPA), the Permittee is required to NOTIFY the Regional
Supervisor,DAQ, in WRITING, of the following:
i. The date construction (40 CFR 60.7) or reconstruction (40 CFR 60.15) of an affected
source is commenced, postmarked no later than 30 days after such date.
ii. The actual date of initial start-up of an affected source,postmarked within 15 days after
such date. This notification shall include the design heat input capacity of the affected
facility and identification of the fuels to be combusted in the affected facility (40 CFR
60.49b(a)(1)).
b. NSPS Emissions Standards -As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524,the following permit
limits shall not be exceeded:
Affected Sources Pollutb Emission Limit
Particulate matter
(filterable) 0.03 pounds per million Btu heat input
Five (5)woody biomass-fired 40 CFR 60.43b(h)(1)
gasifiers/boilers
(ID Nos.BLRl through BLlZS) Opacity 20 percent opacity six minute average except for one
40 CFR 60.43b(f) six-minute period per hour of not more than 27%
opacity
i. The PM and opacity standards apply at all times, except during periods of startup,
shutdown, or malfunction(40 CFR 60.43b(g)).

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ii. Compliance with the PM emission standards and opacity limits shall be determined
through performance testing as described in Specific Condition A.6.c.
c. NSPS Performance Testing - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524, the following
performance tests shall be conducted:
Affected Sources' Pollutant Test Method
Five(5)woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers PM 5, 5B or 17
(ID Nos.BLRI through BLR5) Opacity 9
1 Test method will be determined by DAQ approved testing protocol.
i. Testing shall be conducted following procedures and reference methods in 40 CFR
60.46b(d) (1) through (7), and as specified in the table above, in accordance withl5A
NCAC 2D .2600 and 40 CFR 60, Appendix A.
ii. Use of an alternate test method must be approved in advance by the DAQ, and must be
based on a test protocol that documents the alternate method is at least as accurate as the
specified method. The EPA Administrator retains the exclusive right to approve
equivalent and alternative test methods, continuous monitoring procedures, and reporting
requirements.
iii. Within 60 days after achieving the maximum production rate at which the equipment
will be operated, but not later than 180 days after the initial start-up of the equipment,
the Permittee shall conduct the required performance testing on the five (5) woody
biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers (ID Nos. BLR1 through BLR5)to demonstrate
compliance with the PM emission limit(40 CFR 60.46b(d)).
iv. All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee.
v. At least 45 days prior to performing any required emissions testing,the Permittee must
submit two copies of a testing protocol to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, for review and
approval. All testing protocols must be approved by the DAQ prior to performing tests.
vi. To afford the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, the opportunity to have an observer present,
the Permittee shall provide the Regional Office, in WRITING, at least 15 days notice of
any required performance test(s).
vii.The Permittee shall submit two copies of a written report of the results of each
performance test, postmarked no later than 60 days following the completion of the test,
to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ.
d. NSPS Monitoring -As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524, the following monitoring shall be
performed:
i. In accordance with 40 CFR 60.48b(a),the Permittee shall install, calibrate, maintain and
operate a continuous opacity monitoring system (COMS) for measuring the opacity of
emissions discharged to the atmosphere and record the output of the system.

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ii. In accordance with 40 CFR 60.48b(e),the Permittee shall follow the procedures under
40 CFR 60.13 for installation, evaluation, and operation of the continuous monitoring
system, including Appendix B "Performance Specifications" and Appendix F "Quality
Assurance Procedures."
iii. In accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .0613,the Permittee shall develop and implement a
quality assurance program for the continuous monitoring system.
e. NSPS Recordkegping and Reporting- As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524, the following
recordkeeping and reporting shall be performed:
i. In accordance with 40 CFR 60.49b(b),the Permittee shall submit to the Regional
Supervisor, DAQ,the performance test data from the initial performance test and the
performance evaluation of the CEMS using the applicable performance specifications in
Appendix B.
ii. In accordance with 40 CFR 60.49b(d)(2),the Permittee shall record and maintain
records of the amount of each fuel combusted during each calendar month.
iii. In accordance with 40 CFR 60.49b(h), the Permittee shall submit excess emissions and
monitoring system performance summary reports. The reports shall contain the
information required per 40 CFR 60.7(c) and(d). The suggested format for the reports is
available from the Stationary Source Compliance Branch of the DAQ.
A) The quarterly reports, acceptable to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ, shall be
postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding three-
month period between October and December, April 30 of each calendar year for the
preceding three-month period between January and March, July 30 of each calendar
year for the preceding three-month period between April and June, October 30 for
the calendar year for the preceding three-month period between July and September.
iv. In accordance with 40 CFR 60.49b(o), all records required by NSPS Subpart Db for the
five (5) woody biomass-fired gasifiersiboilers (ID Nos. BLR1 through BLRS) shall be
maintained by the Permittee for a period of 2 years following the date of such record.
7. 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS" - For the following
equipment, The Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, including the notification,
testing,reporting, recordkeeping, and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental
Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source Performance
Standards" (NSPS)as promulgated in 40 CFR 60, Subpart indicated below, and including
Subpart A "General Provisions."
Three (3)diesel fuel-fired emergency 40 CFR Part 60, Subpart IIII
generators "Standards of Performance for Stationary Compression
(ID Nos. EGENI through EGEN3) Ignition Internal Combustion Engines (Cl ICE)"

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a. NSPS Emission Standards - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524,the following emission
standards must be met:
i. Owners and operators of stationary Cl ICE must operate and maintain stationary CI ICE
that achieve the emission standards as required in 40 CFR 60.4204 and 40 CFR 60.4205
over the entire life of the engine.
ii. For the 2007 model year and later emergency stationary CI ICE with a displacement of
less than 30 liters per cylinder that are not fire pump engines, the Permittee must comply
with the emission standards for new non-road Cl engines in 40 CFR 60.4202, for all
pollutants, for the same model year and maximum engine power. (40 CFR 60.4205(b))
b. NSPS Fuel Requirement—Engines subject to this subpart with a displacement of less than
30 liters per cylinder that use diesel fuel must use diesel fuel that meets the requirements of
40 CFR 80.510(b) for non-road diesel fuel, as listed below: (40 CFR 60.4207(b))
i. Has a maximum sulfur content of 15 ppm; and (40 CFR 80.510(b))
ii. Hasa minimum cetane index of 40 or a maximum aromatic content of 35 volume
percent.(40 CFR 80.510(b))
c. NSPS Monitoring_Requirements
i. The Permittee must install a non-resettable hour meter prior to startup of the engine.(40
CFR 60.4209(a))
ii. The Permittee must do all the following, except as specified in 40 CFR 60.4211(g): (40
CFR 60.4211(a))
A) Operate and maintain the stationary CI ICE and control device according to the
manufacturer's written emission-related instructions or procedures developed by the
Permittee that are approved by the engine manufacturer. (40 CFR 60.4211(a)(1))
B) Change those emission-related settings that are permitted by the manufacturer. (40
CFR 60.4211(a)(2))
C) Meet the requirements of 40 CFR parts 89, 94 and/or 1068, as applicable. (40 CFR
60.4211(a)(3))
iii. For the 2007 model year and later stationary Cl ICE that must comply with the emission
standards specified in 40 CFR 60.4204(b) or 4205(b), the Permittee must comply by
purchasing an engine certified to the emission standards in 40 CFR 60.4204(b), or
4205(b) or(c), as applicable,for the same model year and maximum(or in the case of
fire pumps,NFPA nameplate) engine power. The engine must be installed and
configured according to the manufacturer's emission-related specifications, except as
specified in 40 CFR 60.4211(g). (40 CFR 60.4211(c))
iv. If the Permittee does not install, configure, operate, and maintain the engine and control
device according to the manufacturer's emission-related written instructions, or if the

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Permittee changes emission-related settings in a way that is not permitted by the
manufacturer,the Permittee must demonstrate compliance per the requirements of 40
CFR 60.4211(g). (40 CFR 60.4211(g))
v. The Permittee must operate the emergency stationary ICE according to the requirements
in paragraphs A through C below. In order for the engine to be considered an
emergency stationary ICE under this subpart, any operation other than emergency
operation, maintenance and testing, emergency demand response, and operation in non-
emergency situations for 50 hours per year, as described in paragraphs A through C
below, is prohibited. If the Permittee does not operate the engine according to the
requirements in paragraphs A through C below,the engine will not be considered an
emergency engine under this subpart and must meet all requirements for non-emergency
engines. (40 CFR 60.421 l(f))
A) There is no limit on the use of emergency stationary ICE in emergency situations.
B) The Permittee may operate the emergency stationary ICE for any combination of the
purposes specified in paragraphs I through III below for a maximum of 100 hours
per calendar year. Any operation for non-emergency situations as allowed by
paragraph C below counts as part of the 100 hours per calendar year allowed by this
paragraph B.
I. Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for maintenance checks and
readiness testing, provided that the tests are recommended by federal, state or
local government,the manufacturer, the vendor, the regional transmission
organization or equivalent balancing authority and transmission operator, or the
insurance company associated with the engine. The Permittee may petition the
Administrator for approval of additional hours to be used for maintenance checks
and readiness testing, but a petition is not required if the Permittee maintains
records indicating that federal, state, or local standards require maintenance and
testing of emergency ICE beyond 100 hours per calendar year.
II. Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for emergency demand response for
periods in which the Reliability Coordinator under the North American Electric
Reliability Corporation(NERC)Reliability Standard EOP-002-3, Capacity and
Energy Emergencies (incorporated by reference, see 40 CFR 60.17), or other
authorized entity as determined by the Reliability Coordinator,has declared an
Energy Emergency Alert Level 2 as defined in the NERC Reliability Standard
EOP-002-3.
III. Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for periods where there is a deviation
of voltage or frequency of 5 percent or greater below standard voltage or
frequency.
C) Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for up to 50 hours per calendar year in
non-emergency situations. The 50 hours of operation in non-emergency situations
are counted as part of the 100 hours per calendar year for maintenance and testing
and emergency demand response provided in paragraph B above. Except as
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situations cannot be used for peak shaving or non-emergency demand response, or to
generate income for a facility to an electric grid or otherwise supply power as part of
a financial arrangement with another entity.
I. The 50 hours per year for non-emergency situations can be used to supply power
as part of a financial arrangement with another entity if all of the following
conditions are met:
(a) The engine is dispatched by the local balancing authority or local
transmission and distribution system operator.
(b) The dispatch is intended to mitigate local transmission and/or distribution
limitations so as to avert potential voltage collapse or line overloads that
could lead to the interruption of power supply in a local area or region.
(c) The dispatch follows reliability, emergency operation or similar protocols
that follow specific NERC, regional, state,public utility commission or local
standards or guidelines.
(d) The power is provided only to the facility itself or to support the local
transmission and distribution system.
(e) The owner or operator identifies and records the entity that dispatches the
engine and the specific NERC, regional, state,public utility commission or
local standards or guidelines that are being followed for dispatching the
engine. The local balancing authority or local transmission and distribution
system operator may keep these records on behalf of the engine owner or
operator.
d. NSPS Notification Requirements—The Permittee is not required to submit an initial
notification if the engine is an for emergency stationary ICE. (40 CFR 60.4214(b))
e. NSPS Recordkeeping,Requirements—As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524, the following
recordkeeping shall be performed:
i. The Permittee must keep records of the operation of the engine in emergency and non-
emergency service that are recorded through the non-resettable hour meter. The
Permittee must record the time of operation of the engine and the reason the engine was
in operation during that time. (40 CFR 60.4214(b))
ii. All records required under this section shall be maintained for a period of two (2) years
following the date of such record. All records shall be kept on-site and made available
to DAQ personnel upon request.
f. NSPS Reporting_Requirements—As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0524,the following
reporting shall be performed:
i. If the Permittee owns or operate an emergency stationary CI ICE with a maximum
engine power more than 100 HP that operates or is contractually obligated to be

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available for more than 15 hours per calendar year for purposes specified in Specific
Condition A.7.c.v.B and C above or that operates for the purposes specified in Specific
Condition A.7.c.v.C.I,the Permittee must submit an annual report according to the
following requirements: (40 CFR 60.4214(d))
A) The report must contain the following information:
I. Company name and address where the engine is located.
II. Date of the report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period.
III. Engine site rating and model year.
IV. Latitude and longitude of the engine in decimal degrees reported to the fifth
decimal place.
V. Hours operated for the purposes specified in Specific Condition A.7.c.v.B.II and
III above, including the date, start time, and end time for engine operation for the
purposes specified in Specific Condition A.7.c.v.B.II and III above.
VI.Number of hours the engine is contractually obligated to be available for the
purposes specified in Specific Condition A.7.c.v.B.II and III above.
VII. Hours spent for operation for the purposes specified in Specific Condition
A.7.c.v. C.I above, including the date, start time, and end time for engine
operation for the purposes specified in Specific Condition A.7.c.v. C.I. The
report must also identify the entity that dispatched the engine and the situation
that necessitated the dispatch of the engine.
B) The first annual report must cover the calendar year 2015 and must be submitted no
later than March 31, 2016. Subsequent annual reports for each calendar year must be
submitted no later than March 31 of the following calendar year.
C) The annual report must be submitted electronically using the subpart specific
reporting form in the Compliance and Emissions Data Reporting Interface (CEDRI)
that is accessed through EPA's Central Data Exchange (CDX) (www.epa.gov/cdx).
However, if the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at
the time that the report is due,the written report must be submitted to the
Administrator at the appropriate address listed in 40 CFR 60.4.
8. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0535, the Permittee of a
source of excess emissions that last for more than four hours and that results from a
malfunction, a breakdown of process or control equipment or any other abnormal conditions,
shall:
a. Notify the Director or his designee of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m. Eastern time of the
Division's next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and describe:
i. the name and location of the facility,

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ii. the nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown,
iii. the time when the malfunction or breakdown is first observed,
iv. the expected duration, and
v. an estimated rate of emissions.
b. Notify the Director or his designee immediately when the corrective measures have been
accomplished.
This reporting requirement does not allow the operation of the facility in excess of
Environmental Management Commission Regulations.
9. FUGITIVE DUST CONTROL REQUIREMENT -As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0540
"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources," the Permittee shall not cause or allow
fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible
emissions beyond the property boundary. If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust
emissions from the facility are observed beyond the property boundaries for six minutes in any
one hour(using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR,Appendix A),the owner or operator may be
required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 2D .0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions" means particulate matter that does not pass through a process stack or
vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as: unloading
and loading areas,process areas stockpiles, stock pile working,plant parking lots, and plant
roads (including access roads and haul roads).
10. 15A NCAC 2D .0544 "PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
REQUIREMENTS FOR GREENHOUSE GASES"
a. This condition is to clarify that issuance of this permit provides no shield from the Act,or
regulations promulgated thereunder, including state regulations,pertaining to requirements of
the major source preconstruction review and Title V operating permits,in light of the decision
(Center for Biological Diversity,et.,al.,v/s Environmental Protection Agency and Lisa Perez
Jackson,No. 11-1101, United States of Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit,
July 12, 2013),vacating the"Deferral for CO2 Emissions from Bioenergy and Other Biogenic
Sources under the PSD and Title V Programs"(76 FR 43490,July 20,2011),as included in
15A NCAC 2D .0544 and 2Q .0500. The permit maybe subject to reopening to include a
compliance plan and schedule addressing any new applicable requirements arising out of past
or ongoing noncompliance with those provisions for any affected emission units.
11. ELECTROSTATIC PRECIPITATOR REQUIREMENTS -Under the provisions of North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.108 and as required by 15A NCAC 2D .0611,particulate
matter emissions shall be controlled as described in the permitted equipment list.
a. Monitoring Requirements - The Permittee shall ensure the proper performance of the
electrostatic precipitator(ESP)by monitoring the following:

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i. The Permittee shall monitor and record transformer-rectifier electrical data for the ESP
continuously, for comparison to previous data. Data shall include field voltage and
current printouts or readings.
b. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements - To comply with the provisions of this permit
and ensure that emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits,the Permittee shall perform
periodic inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. In addition, the
Permittee shall perform an annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection)
inspection of the ESP. As a minimum,the inspection and maintenance program and each
annual inspection will include the following:
i. Visual checks of critical components such as rappers and ash removal equipment.
ii. Checks for any equipment that does not generate an alarm in the de-energized state,to
ensure it is operational.
iii. Measurement of average particulate deposits on discharge and collecting electrodes, for
comparison with past and future inspections.
iv. Checks for signs of plugging of gas distribution plates, and excessive buildup on inlet
and outlet plenum floor surfaces.
v. Checks for signs of hopper plugging.
vi. Checks for broken rapper rod insulators, cracked support bushing insulators, and broken
or loose stabilizer bar insulators (if installed), and replacement as required.
c. Recordkeeping Requirements—The following records shall be maintained:
i. Results of all inspections and any variance from manufacturer's recommendations or
from those given in this permit(when applicable) shall be investigated with corrections
made and dates of actions recorded in a logbook. Records of all maintenance activities
shall be recorded in the logbook. The logbook (in written or electronic format) shall be
kept on-site and made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
ii. Monitoring records as required under Specific Condition A.1 La above shall be kept on-
site and made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
12. MULTI-CYCLONE REQUIREMENTS -Under the provisions of North Carolina General
Statute 143-215.108 and as required by 15A NCAC 2D .0611,particulate matter emissions shall
be controlled as described in the permitted equipment list.
a. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements -To comply with the provisions of this permit
and ensure that emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits,the Permittee shall perform an
annual (for each 12 month period following the initial inspection) internal inspection of the
multi-cyclone system. In addition, the Permittee shall perform periodic inspections and
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b. Recordkeeping_Requirements - The results of all inspections and any variance from the
manufacturer's recommendations or from those given in this permit(when applicable) shall
be investigated with corrections made and dates of actions recorded in a multi-cyclone
logbook. Records of all maintenance activities shall be recorded in the logbook. The multi-
cyclone logbook(in written or electronic format) shall be kept on-site and made available to
DAQ personnel upon request.
13. SELECTIVE NON-CATALYTIC REDUCTION(SNCR)REQUIREMENTS -Under the
provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.108 and as required by 15A NCAC 2D
.0611, nitrogen oxide emissions shall be controlled as described in the permitted equipment list.
a. Monitoring Requirements -The Permittee shall install, operate, and maintain a continuous
monitor system(CMS)for monitoring the ammonia/urea solution injection rates. The
Permittee shall continuously monitor and record the ammonia/urea solution injection rates
and the nitrogen oxide concentrations of the discharge gas from the SNCR systems (ID Nos.
SNCR1 through SNCRS).
b. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements - To comply with the provisions of this permit
and ensure that emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits, the Permittee shall perform an
annual (for each 12 month period following the initial inspection) inspection of the SNCR
systems, including inspection of the injection nozzles,pumping systems,and associated
controls. In addition,the Permittee shall perform periodic inspections and maintenance as
recommended by the manufacturer.
c. Recordkeeping Requirements - The following records shall be maintained:
i. Results of all inspections and any variance from the manufacturer's recommendations or
from those given in this permit(when applicable) shall be investigated with corrections
made and dates of actions recorded in a logbook. Records of all maintenance activities
shall be recorded in the logbook. The logbook (in written or electronic format) shall be
kept on-site and made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
ii. Monitoring records as required by Specific Condition A.13.a shall be kept on-site and
made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
14. DRY REAGENT INJECTION SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS —Under the provisions of North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.108 and as required by 15A NCAC 2D .0611, hydrogen
chloride emissions shall be controlled as described in the permitted equipment list.
a. Monitoring Requirements -The Permittee shall install, operate, and maintain a CMS for
monitoring the dry reagent injection rate. The Permittee shall continuously monitor and
record the dry agent injection rates of the dry agent injection system (ID No. DINJI).
b. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements - To comply with the provisions of this permit
and ensure that emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits,the Permittee shall perform an
annual (for each 12 month period following the initial inspection) inspection of the dry
reagent injection system, including inspection of the injection nozzles,pumping systems,
and associated controls. In addition,the Permittee shall perform periodic inspections and
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c. Recordkeeping Requirements - The following records shall be maintained:
i. Results of all inspections and any variance from the manufacturer's recommendations or
from those given in this permit(when applicable) shall be investigated with corrections
made and dates of actions recorded in a logbook. Records of all maintenance activities
shall be recorded in the logbook. The logbook(in written or electronic format) shall be
kept on-site and made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
ii. Monitoring records as required by Specific Condition A.14.a shall be kept on-site and
made available to DAQ personnel upon request.
15. GENERALLY AVAILABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY -For the woody biomass-fired
gasifiers/boilers (ID Nos. BLRI through BLR5),the Permittee shall comply with all applicable
provisions, including the notification, testing, and monitoring requirements contained in
Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .1111, as promulgated in 40
CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ, "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area
Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers,"including Subpart A"General
Provisions."
a. Compliance Dates (40 CFR 63.11196(c))—The Permittee shall achieve compliance upon
startup.
b. Emission Limits - The Permittee shall comply with the following requirements:
i. The Permittee must achieve less than or equal to the following emission limits, except
during periods of startup and shutdown(40 CFR 63.11201(a)and Table 1(4)to Subpart
6J):
Emission Sources' Panutartt Emission, mir
Five (5)woody biomass-fired particulate Matter 0.03 pounds per million Btu of
gasifiers/boilers
(ID Nos. BLR1 through BLR5) (filterable) heat input
ii. The Permittee shall maintain the operating load of each unit such that it does not exceed
110 percent of the average operating load recorded during the most recent performance
stack test(Table 3(7)to Subpart 6J).
c. Operating Limits - The Permittee shall comply with the following requirements:
i. Maintain opacity to less than or equal to 10 percent opacity(daily block average), OR
ii. Maintain the 30-day rolling average total secondary electric power of the electrostatic
precipitator at or above the minimum total secondary electric power. As defined in 40
CFR 63.11237,minimum total secondary electric power means the lowest hourly
average total secondary electric power determined from the values of secondary voltage
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performance stack test demonstrating compliance with the applicable emission limits.
(Table 3 to Subpart 6J)
d. Compliance Requirements- The Permittee shall comply with the following requirements:
i. General Duty Clause -At all times the Permittee must operate and maintain any affected
source, including associated air pollution control equipment and monitoring equipment,
in a manner consistent with safety and good air pollution control practices for
minimizing emissions (40 CFR 63.11205(a)).
ii. Startup/Shutdown- The Permittee must minimize the boiler's startup and shutdown
periods following the manufacturer's recommended procedures, if available. If
manufacturer's recommended procedures are not available,the Permittee must follow
recommended procedures for a unit of similar design for which manufacturer's
recommended procedures are available. The Permittee must submit a signed statement
in the Notification of Compliance Status report that indicates that startups and
shutdowns were conducted according to the manufacturer's recommended procedures or
procedures specified for a boiler of similar design if manufacturer's recommended
procedures are not available (40 CFR 63.11214(d), 40 CFR 63.11223(g), and Table 2(1)
to Subpart 6J).
iii. Boiler Tune-up -No initial performance tune-up is required(40 CFR 63.11210(f)). A
biennial tune-up is required and shall be conducted no later than 25 months after the
initial startup. Subsequent biennial tune-ups shall be conducted no later than 25 months
after the previous tune-up. If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up,
the tune-up must be conducted within thirty(30) days of startup. The tune-up shall
include the following(40 CFR 63.11223(a) and (b)):
A) As applicable, inspect the burner, and clean or replace any components of the burner
as necessary (the Permittee may delay the burner inspection until the next scheduled
unit shutdown, but must inspect each burner at least once every 36 months).
B) Inspect the flame pattern, as applicable, and adjust the burner as necessary to
optimize the flame pattern. The adjustment should be consistent with the
manufacturer's specifications, if available.
C) Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio, as applicable, and ensure that it is
correctly calibrated and functioning properly.
D) Optimize total emissions of carbon monoxide. This optimization should be consistent
with the manufacturer's specifications, if available.
E) Measure the concentrations in the effluent stream of carbon monoxide in parts per
million, by volume, and oxygen in volume percent,before and after the adjustments
are made (measurements may be either on a dry or wet basis, as long as it is the same
basis before and after the adjustments are made).
F) Maintain onsite and submit, if requested by the Administrator, a report(in addition to
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I. The concentrations of CO in the effluent stream in parts per million, by volume,
and oxygen in volume percent,measured before and after the tune-up of the
boiler.
II. A description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the tune-up of the
boiler.
III. The type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the biennial tune-
up of the boiler.
e. Monitoring and Continuous Compliance Requirements-As required by 15A NCAC 2D
.I 111,the Permittee shall comply with the following requirements:
i. Establishing Operating Limits (40 CFR 63.11211) - The Permittee shall establish
operating limits according to 40 CFR 63.11222 and Table 6 to Subpart 6J.
ii. Demonstrating Continuous Compliance (40 CFR 63.11222, Table 7 to Subpart 6J) - The
Permittee shall select one of the following options to demonstrate continuous
compliance.
A) If opacity is chosen as the operating limitation under 40 CFY 63.11201(d),the
Permittee shall:
I. Install, operate, certify, and maintain a continuous opacity monitoring system
(COMS) according to the procedures in 40 CFR 63.11224(e)(1)through(8)by
the compliance date specified in 40 CFR 63.11196; and
II. Collect the opacity monitoring system data according to 40 CFR 63.11224(e) and
40 CFR 63.11221; and
III. Reduce the opacity monitoring data to 6-minute averages; and
IV.Maintain opacity to less than or equal to 10 percent(daily block average).
B) If the electrostatic precipitator total secondary electric power is chosen as the
operating limitation under 40 CFY 63.11201(d), the Permittee shall:
I. Collect the secondary current and secondary voltage data for the electrostatic
precipitator(ID No. ESP1) according to 40-CFR 63.11224, 40 CFR 63.11221,
and Table 7 to Subpart 6J;
11. Reduce the data to 30-day rolling averages according to Table 7 of Subpart 6J;
and
III. Maintain the 30-day rolling average secondary electric power at or above the
operating limits established during the performance test according to 40 CFR
63.11222, and Table 3 to Subpart 6J. Deviations from this requirement must be
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iii. Operation above the established maximum, below the established minimum, or outside
the allowable range of the operating limits constitutes a deviation from the operating
limits except during performance tests conducted to determine compliance with the
emission and operating limits or to establish new operating limits. Operating limits are
confirmed or reestablished during performance tests. (40 CFR 63.11222(a)(1))
£ Performance Testing Requirements (Initial and Ongoing Triennial Testing) - As required by
15A NCAC 2D .I 111, the following performance tests shall be conducted:
N� ,_ Yi A�� ��
Five (5)woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers Particulate Matter Method 5 or 17
(ID Nos. BLRI through BLRS) (filterable)
1.Test method will be determined by DAQ approved testing protocol.
i. All performance tests shall be conducted in accordance with EPA Reference Methods,
contained in 40 CFR 60, Appendix A.
ii. The EPA Administrator retains the exclusive right to approve equivalent and alternative
test methods, continuous monitoring procedures, and reporting requirements.
iii. Initial Performance Testing- The Permittee shall conduct the required initial
performance test within 180 days of startup. The results of this test shall be submitted
with the Notification of Compliance Status.
iv. Ongoing Triennial Performance Testing-The Permittee shall conduct the applicable
performance (stack)tests according to 40 CFR 63.11212 on a triennial basis. Triennial
performance tests must be completed no more than 37 months after the previous
performance test. (40 CFR 63.11220(a)) The results of this test shall be submitted with
the Notification of Compliance Status.
v. If the performance test results show that PM emissions are equal to or less than half of
the PM emission limit, the Permittee does not need to conduct further performance tests
for PM but must continue to comply with all applicable operating limits and monitoring
requirements. If the initial performance test results show that the PM emissions are
greater than half of the PM emission limit,the Permittee must conduct subsequent
performance tests triennially. (40 CFR 63.11220(b))
vi. The Permittee shall conduct all applicable performance tests according to 40 CFR
63.11212 and Table 4 of Subpart 6J. The Permittee must conduct performance stack
tests at the representative operating load conditions while burning the type of fuel or
mixture of fuels that have the highest emissions potential for each regulated pollutant,
and must demonstrate initial compliance and establish operating limits based on these
performance stack tests. (40 CFR 63.11212(c))
vii.All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee.
viii. At least 60 days prior to performing any required emissions testing,the Permittee must
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approval. All testing protocols must be approved by the DAQ prior to performing such
tests.
ix. To afford the Regional Supervisor, DAQ,the opportunity to have an observer present,
the Permittee shall provide the Regional Office, in WRITING, at least 15 days notice of
any required performance test.
x. Results of the performance test shall be submitted to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, in
writing within 60 days after the date of completing each performance test.
xi. Electronic Stack Data Test Reporting to EPA - Within 60 days after the date of
completing each performance test, the facility must submit relative accuracy test audit
(i.e.,reference method)data and performance test(i.e., compliance test)data, except
opacity data, electronically to EPA's Central Data Exchange (CDX) (40 CFR
63.11225(e)(1)).
g. Notification and Reporting Requirements - In addition to the notification and reporting
requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Permittee is required to
NOTIFY the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, in WRITING, of the following:
i. A Notification of the Actual Date of Startup of the source, delivered or postmarked
. within 15 calendar days after that date. (40 CFR 63.9(b)(4)(v))
ii. Initial Notification (per 40 CFR 63.9(b) and 40 CFR 63.11225(a)(2)) is required within
120 days after startup.
iii. Notification of Compliance Status (per 40 CFR 63.9(h) and 40 CFR 63.11225(a)(4)) is
required within 60 days of conducting the initial performance test AND within 60 days
of conducting subsequent performance tests. This must also include a signed statement
that indicates that startups and shutdowns are conducted according to the manufacturer's
recommended procedures, or procedures specified for a boiler of similar design if
manufacturer's recommended procedures are not available. Results of the performance
test shall be included with this notification.
A. The notification must be submitted electronically using the Compliance and
Emissions Data Reporting Interface (CEDRI)that is accessed through EPA's Central
Data Exchange (CDX) (www.epa.gov/cdx). However, if the reporting form specific
to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at the time that the report is due, the written
Notification of Compliance Status must be submitted to the Administrator at the
appropriate address listed in 40 CFR 63.13.
iv. Annual Compliance Certification Report must be prepared by March 1 of each year and
submitted upon request,unless the source experiences any deviations from the
applicable requirements then the report must be submitted by March 15. The report
must meet the requirements of 40 CFR 63.11225(b)(1-4).
v. Report of Deviations from Emission Limits—The Permittee must report each instance in
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instances are deviations from the emission limits in this subpart. These deviations must
be reported according to the requirements in 40 CFR 63.11225(b).
h. Recordkeeping Requirements -In addition to any other recordkeeping requirements of the
EPA, the Permittee shall maintain the following records as defined under 40 CFR
63.11225(c):
i. Copies of all required notifications and reports and all documentation supporting any
Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status that is submitted. (40 CFR
63.11225(c)(1))
ii. Inspection and Monitoring Data Records -Keep the records of all inspection and
monitoring data required by 40 CFR 63.11221 and 40 CFR 63.11222, and the
information identified in paragraphs 40 CFR 63.11225(c)(6)(i)through(vi) and (c)(7) as
applicable for each required inspection or monitoring.
iii. Records to document conformance with the work practices, emission reduction
measures, and management practices:
A. Tune-up records -records must identify each boiler, the date of tune-up,the
procedures followed for tune-up, and the manufacturer's specifications to which the
boiler was tuned.
B. Records of monthly fuel usage, including the type of fuel and amounts used. (40
CFR 63.11225(c)(2)(iv))
iv. Records of malfunctions:
A. Records of the occurrence and duration of each malfunction of the boiler, or of the
associated air pollution control and monitoring equipment. (40 CFR 63.11225(c)(4))
B. Records of actions taken during periods of malfunction to minimize emissions in
accordance with the general duty to minimize emissions in 40 CFR 63.11205(a),
including corrective actions to restore the malfunctioning boiler, air pollution
control, or monitoring equipment to its normal or usual manner of operation.(40 CFR
63.11225(c)(5))
v. Record Retention—The Permittee must keep each record for 5 years following the date
of each recorded action. Records must be kept on-site or be accessible from a central
location by computer or other means that instantly provide access at the site for at least 2
years after the date of each recorded action. Records may be kept off site for the
remaining 3 years. (40 CFR 63.11225(d))
16. 15A NCAC 2D .1111 "MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY"-For the
engines (ID Nos. EGEN1 through EGEN3), classified as new stationary RICEs located at an
area source of HAP emissions, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,
including the notification, testing, reporting,recordkeeping, and monitoring requirements
contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .1111, as
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Pollutants for Stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines," including Subpart A
"General Provisions."
a. In accordance with 40 CFR 63.6590(c)(1),this source(s) shall meet the requirements of 40
CFR 63 Subpart ZZZZ and Subpart A by meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60 Subpart
IIII for compression ignition engines. No further requirements apply for such engines under
40 CFR 63 Subpart ZZZZ or Subpart A.
17. CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF ODOROUS EMISSIONS - As required by 15A NCAC
2D .1806 "Control and Prohibition of Odorous Emissions" the Permittee shall not operate the
facility without implementing management practices or installing and operating odor control
equipment sufficient to prevent odorous emissions from the facility from causing or contributing
to objectionable odors beyond the facility's boundary.
18. LIMITATION TO AVOID 15A NCAC 2D .0530 "PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT
DETERIORATION" -In accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0317, to comply with this permit and
avoid the applicability of 15A NCAC 2D .0530 "Prevention of Significant Deterioration," as
requested by the Permittee, emissions shall be limited as follows:
tit XUq L1
Facility-Wide NOx 250
Facility-Wide CO 250
a. Operations Restrictions - To ensure emissions do not exceed the limitations above,the
following restrictions shall apply:
i. Emissions from the woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers (ID Nos. BLRI through
BLR5) as determined by the NOx CERMS required under b.iv. below shall not exceed
250 tons of NOx per consecutive 12-month period when combined with the actual
emissions from emergency engine generators (determined by the actual hours of
operation multiplied by the engines' maximum NOx emission rate).
ii. Emissions from the woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers (ID Nos.BLR1 through
BLR5) as determined by the CO CERMS required under b.iv. below shall not exceed
250 tons of CO per consecutive 12-month period when combined with the actual
emissions from the emergency engine generators (determined by the actual hours of
operation multiplied by the engines' maximum CO emission rate).
b. Compliance Requirements - The Permittee shall comply with the following requirements:
i. Emissions shall be controlled as described in the permitted equipment list:
ii. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance on the SNCR as specified
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iii. The Permittee shall maintain and operate the woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers in
accordance with requirements under 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart JJJJJJ as specified in
Specific Condition A.15.c.
iv. Under the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.108 and as allowed by
15A NCAC 2D .0605(c), the Permittee shall install, calibrate, operate, and maintain
continuous emission rate monitoring systems (CERMS)for NOx and CO emissions from
the woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers (ID Nos. BLR1 through BLRS). The
CERMS shall meet the following:
A) The CERMS shall be installed, tested, and certified in accordance with 40 CFR Part
60, Appendix B, Performance Specifications (PS)2 for NOx, PS 4/4A for CO, and
PS 6 for the flow monitors.
B) The CERMS relative accuracy test audit(RATA) for the NOx, CO, and flow
monitors shall be conducted for the individual components, with results expressed in
dry parts per million volume (ppmv; uncorrected for 02) and dry standard cubic feet
per minute (DSCFM)respectively, and for the CERMS with results expressed in
units of the standard(lb/hr).
C) The Permittee shall develop and implement a Quality Assurance/Quality Control
(QA/QC)measure for all the CERMS (NOx, CO and flow monitors). The QA/QC
shall at the minimum include a provision for Calibration Drift(CD) determination
and adjustments, data accuracy assessment, preventive maintenance, and program for
corrective action for malfunctioning GERMS.
D) During periods when the certified monitor is down or "out-of-control," as defined in
40 CFR Part 60, Appendix F, the Permittee shall substitute emission data using the
preceding monthly average emission rate for the period in which the monitor is not
collecting quality assured data. During periods when monitor downtime coiticides
with any control device downtime,the maximum potential emissions shall be
substituted.
b. Recordkeeping Requirements
i. The Permittee shall keep records according to the requirements of the "Selective Non-
Catalytic Reduction(SNCR)Requirements," under Specific Condition A.13 and 40 CFR
63 Subpart JJJJJJ under Specific Condition A.15.g.
ii. The Permittee shall measure and record(written or electronic format), on a monthly
basis the monthly and rolling 12-month total number of hours of each emergency
generator (ID Nos. EGEN1 through EGEN3).
iii. The Permittee shall calculate and record the monthly and the 12-month rolling totals of
NOx emissions, as determined by the NOx CEMS.
iv. The Permittee shall calculate and record the monthly and the 12-month rolling totals of
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c. Reporting?Requirements - Within 30 days after each calendar year quarter, regardless of
actual emissions,the Permittee shall submit the following:
i. the monthly and rolling 12-month total hours of operation for emergency engine (ID
Nos. EGEN1 through EGEN3) source over the previous 14 months.
ii. the monthly CO and NOx emissions calculated over the previous 14 months using the
CEMs data and the exhaust flowrate.
iii. the total CO and NOx emissions calculated for each of the 12-month periods over the
previous 14 months.
iv. calculation of the 12 month periods shall begin after certification of the CEMs systems
per 40 CFR Part 60, Appendix B
19. LIMITATION TO AVOID 15A NCAC 2D .I 111 "MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL
TECHNOLOGY"
a. In accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0317, to comply with this permit and avoid the
applicability of 15A NCAC 2D .1111 "Maximum Achievable Control Technology " and
remain a minor source of hazardous air pollutants, as requested by the Permittee, emissions
shall be limited as follows:
Affected Sources Pollutant Exu ipns Lima..
{TonsClmonth Period)
Five (5)woody biomass-fired
gasifiers/boilers Hydrogen Chloride (HCI) 9.9
(ID Nos. BLR1 through BLR5)
Facility Wide Total HAPs 24.9
b. Performance Testing -Under the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.108
and as allowed by 15A NCAC 2D .0605(c), the following emissions sources shall be tested
to establish site specific emission factors for demonstrating compliance with above emissions
limits:
Reference Emission
Affected Sources Saam ple Pollutant' !: Factor Test Method'
Point
(pounds der million Btu)
Acrolein 1.1E-3
Five(5)woody biomass-fired Benzene 3.25E-4 DAQ
gasifiers/boilers Outlet of Formaldehyde 4.74E-4 Approved
(ID Nos.BLR1 through BLR5) ESP Hydrogen Chloride Method
(HCI) 6.46E-3
1.Test method will be determined by DAQ approved testing protocol.
i. The testing shall be conducted and test submitted within 180 days of initial startup of the
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ii. At least 45 days prior to performing any required emissions testing, the Permittee must
submit two copies of a testing protocol to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, for review and
approval. All testing protocols must be approved by the DAQ prior to performing such
tests.
iii. The Permittee shall be responsible for ensuring, within the limits of practicality, that the
equipment or process being tested is operated at or near its maximum normal production
rate or at a lesser rate if specified by the Director or his delegate.
iv. All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee.
v. To afford the Regional Supervisor,DAQ,the opportunity to have an observer present,
the Permittee shall provide the Regional Office, in WRITING, at least 15 days notice of
any required performance test(s).
vi. Two copies of the final air emission test report shall be submitted to the Regional
Supervisor, DAQ,not later than 60 days after sample collection.
vii. During the performance testing of the woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers,the
Permittee shall operate the CMS for dry reagent injection system (ID No. DINJ1) to
establish the minimum or maximum parameter value which indicates proper operation of
the control device.
viii. The Permittee may request that the emission factors under Specific Condition A.19.b
above be changed by administratively amending the permit via permit modification
following an approved emission test. Alternatively,the DAQ may reopen the permit to
change the emission factors following an approved emission test, as allowed under 15A
NCAC 2Q .0517, "Reopening for Cause."
c. Monitoring Requirements—The dry reagent injection system(ID No. DINJ1) shall be
operated, inspected and maintained, and monitored in accordance with Specific Condition
A.14.
d. Recordkeeping Requirements-The Permittee is required to maintain records as follows:
i. Records of maintenance activities on the dry reagent injection system(ID No. DINJI) in
accordance with Specific Condition A.14.
ii. Records of the tons of HCl and total HAPs emitted from the facility each month.
iii. Records of the total tons of HCl and total HAPs emitted from the facility during last 12
consecutive month period.
iv. All records required under this section shall be maintained for a period of two years
following the date of such record.
e. Reporting Requirements - The Permittee shall submit a semiannual summary report,
acceptable to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, of monitoring and recordkeeping activities
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periods between July and December, and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding
six-month period between January and June. The report shall contain the following:
i. The emission rate of HCl in tons and the total, combined HAP emission rate in tons for
the previous 17 months.
ii. The emissions must be calculated for each of the 12-month periods over the previous 17
months.
20. SOURCE TESTING REQUIREMENT -Under the provisions of North Carolina General
Statute 143-215.108 and as allowed by 15A NCAC 2D .0605(c), the following emissions
sources shall be tested to establish site specific emission factors for the following pollutants:
Affected Sources Sample Pollutant ltefexenc Eiss�ot Factor'Test Metllod1
oxnt "I (pooks.per ariil)alon Btu)
Five (5)woody biomass-fired Outlet of DAQ
gasifiers/boilers ESP Sulfur dioxide 0.0796 Approved
(ID Nos.BLR1 through BLRS) Method
1.Test method will be determined by DAQ approved testing protocol.
a. The testing shall be conducted and results submitted within 180 days of initial startup of the
woody biomass-fired gasifiersiboilers.
b. At least 45 days prior to performing any required emissions testing, the Permittee must
submit two copies of a testing protocol to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, for review and
approval. All testing protocols must be approved by the DAQ prior to performing such tests.
c. The Permittee shall be responsible for ensuring, within the limits of practicality,that the
equipment or process being tested is operated at or near its maximum normal production rate
or at a lesser rate if specified by the Director or his delegate.
d. All associated testing costs are the responsibility of the Permittee.
e. To afford the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, the opportunity to have an observer present, the
Permittee shall provide the Regional Office, in WRITING, at least 15 days notice of any
required performance test(s).
f. Two copies of the final air emission test report shall be submitted to the Regional Supervisor,
DAQ, not later than 60 days after sample collection.
g. The Permittee may request that the emission factors under Specific Condition A.20.a above
be changed by administratively amending the permit via permit modification following an
approved emission test. Alternatively, the DAQ may reopen the permit to change the
emission factors following an approved emission test, as allowed under 15A NCAC 2Q
.0517, "Reopening for Cause."

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21. 15A NCAC 2Q .0504 "OPTION OF OBTAINING CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION
PERMIT"
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0504(d) "Option for Obtaining Construction and Operation
Permit," the Permittee shall have one year from the date of beginning operation of the
woody biomass-fired gasifiers/boilers (ID Nos. BLRI through BLRS)to submit a complete
Title V application to the Regional Supervisor.
22. 15A NCAC 2Q .0507 "APPLICATION"
a. Pursuant to 2Q .0507 "Application" and following the submittal of the Title V application
required in Specific Condition A.20 above,the Permittee, upon becoming aware that any
relevant facts were omitted or incorrect information was submitted in the Title V
application, shall promptly submit such supplementary facts or corrected information to:
Pbys�ca�l;Couriereice& Re uar Mad Address
ifled 1VIa1dlress g
217 West Jones Street,4t"floor 1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27603 Raleigh,NC 27699-1641

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B. GENERAL CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
1. TWO COPIES OF ALL DOCUMENTS REPORTS TEST DATA MONITORING DATA
NOTIFICATIONS,REQUESTS FOR RENEWAL,AND ANY OTHER INFORMATION
REQUIRED BY THIS PERMIT shall be submitted to the:
Regional Air Quality Supervisor
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
Fayetteville Regional Office
Systel Building
225 Green Street, Suite 714
Fayetteville,NC 28301-5094
910-433-3300
For identification purposes, each submittal should include the facility name as listed on the
permit, the facility identification number, and the permit number.
2. RECORDS RETENTION REQUIREMENT - Any records required by the conditions of this
permit shall be kept on-site and made available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon request.
These records shall be maintained in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious
inspection and review. These records must be kept on-site for a minimum of 2 years,unless
another time period is otherwise specified.
3. ANNUAL FEE PAYMENT - Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0203(a), the Permittee shall pay the
annual permit fee within 30 days of being billed by the DAQ. Failure to pay the fee in a timely
manner will cause the DAQ to initiate action to revoke the permit.
4. EQUIPMENT RELOCATION -A new air permit shall be obtained by the Permittee prior to
establishing, building, erecting, using, or operating the emission sources or air cleaning
equipment at a site or location not specified in this permit.
5. REPORTING REQUIREMENT -Any of the following that would result in previously
unpermitted, new, or increased emissions must be reported to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application regarding facility emissions;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes of existing permitted facilities; or
c. changes in the quantity or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate, modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any
necessary changes in the permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions
allowed that will cause a violation of the emission limitations specified herein.
6. This permit is subject to revocation or modification by the DAQ upon a determination that
information contained in the application or presented in the support thereof is incorrect,
conditions under which this permit was granted have changed, or violations of conditions
contained in this permit have occurred. The facility shall be properly operated and maintained at
all times in a manner that will effect an overall reduction in air pollution. Unless otherwise

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specified by this permit, no emission source may be operated without the concurrent operation
of its associated air cleaning device(s) and appurtenances.
7. This permit is nontransferable by the Pennittee. Future owners and operators must obtain a new
air permit from the DAQ.
8. This issuance of this permit in no way absolves the Permittee of liability for any potential civil
penalties which may be assessed for violations of State law which have occurred prior to the
effective date of this permit.
9. This permit does not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility of complying with all applicable
requirements of any Federal, State, or Local water quality or land quality control authority.
10. Reports on the operation and maintenance of the facility shall be submitted by the Permittee to
the Regional Supervisor, DAQ, at such intervals and in such form and detail as may be required
by the DAQ. Information required in such reports may include, but is not limited to, process
weight rates, firing rates,hours of operation, and preventive maintenance schedules.
11. A violation of any term or condition of this permit shall subject the Permittee to enforcement
pursuant to G.S. 143-215.114A, 143-215.11413, and 143-215.114C, including assessment of
civil and/or criminal penalties.
12. Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(a)(2), no person shall refuse entry or
access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry or access for purposes of
inspection, and who presents appropriate credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper, or
interfere with any such representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties.
Refusal of entry or access may constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil
penalties.
13. The Permittee must comply with any applicable Federal, State, or Local requirements governing
the handling, disposal, or incineration of hazardous, solid, or medical wastes, including the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) administered by the Division of Waste
Management.
14. PERMIT RETENTION REQUIREMENT-The Permittee shall retain a current copy of the air
permit at the site. The Permittee must make available to personnel of the DAQ, upon request,
the current copy of the air permit for the site.
15. CLEAN AIR ACT SECTION 112(r)REQUIREMENTS -Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .2100
"Risk Management Program," if the Permittee is required to develop and register a risk
management plan pursuant to Section 112(r) of the Federal Clean Air Act, then the Permittee is
required to register this plan with the USEPA in accordance with 40 CFR Part 68.
16. PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTAL RELEASES - GENERAL DUTY-Pursuant to Title I Part
A Section 112(r)(1) of the Clean Air Act "Hazardous Air Pollutants -Prevention of Accidental
Releases -Purpose and General Duty," although a risk management plan may not be required, if
the Permittee produces,processes,handles, or stores any amount of a listed hazardous
substance,the Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to prevent the

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accidental release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any release. This
condition is federally-enforceable only.
17. GENERAL EMISSIONS TESTING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS - If emissions
testing is required by this permit, or the DAQ, or if the Permittee submits emissions testing to
the DAQ in support of a permit application or to demonstrate compliance, the Permittee shall
perform such testing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2600 and follow all DAQ procedures
including protocol approval,regional notification, report submittal, and test results approval.
Permit issued this the 10`h of June, 2014.
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
d' 1�
William D.Willets,P.E.
Chief,Permitting Section
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Air Permit No. 10373R00

ATTACHMENT to Permit No. 10373ROO, June 10, 2014
Insignificant/Exempt Activities
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Flyash Silo (ID No. ISIL01) 2Q .0503(8) Yes Yes
Dry Reagent Silo (ID No. ISILO2) 2Q .0503(8) No Yes
19% Aqueous Ammonia/50% Urea
Solution Storage Tank 2Q .0503(8) No No
10,000 gallons maximum capacity
(ID No. ISNCRTANKI)
1. Because an activity is exempted from being required to have a permit or permit modification
does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable requirement or that the owner
or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating compliance with any applicable
requirement.
2. When applicable, emissions from stationary source activities identified above shall be
included in determining compliance with the permit requirements for toxic air pollutants
under 15A NCAC 2D .1100 "Control of Toxic Air Pollutants" or 2Q .0711 "Emission Rates
Requiring a Permit."