Frequently Asked Questions

What benefits will the project bring?

Pavilion has had chicken farms on its Anakie land since 2013. Pavilion cares about the area and is delighted that this new project will bring a number of benefits, including: –

Significant renewable energy production and greenhouse gas emissions reduction
Local jobs
Organic fertiliser and 100% sustainable, circular farming which can be demonstrated to local communities and schools
Responsible waste management
Reduction in traffic
Improved Visual Impact through additional landscaping
Increased stability to the power network in high demand times via export of power to the grid
Production of pathogen free, organic fertiliser

Who do we contact if we have something we want to discuss?

Please send an email to info@pavilionbiogas.com and we will attend to any query you have in relation to the project

Does the Project need government approval?

While the Project doesn’t need State or Federal Government approval, the State government is aware of the project and is excited by the benefits it will bring to Victoria (particularly regional Victoria).

Does the project need planning approval?

Yes. The project does need planning approval. We have submitted our planning permit application to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) and they will undertake a full review including community consultation.

Does the project need EPA approval?

Yes. The project does need EPA approval. We have submitted our EPA Development License Application including all the relevant technical assessments around odour, noise, visual impact, landscaping and environment and cultural heritage. The EPA will rigorously review our license application and will consult the community.

How long will construction take?

Construction is estimated to take 9-12 months.

Will there be a lot of traffic during construction?

There will be a small increase in traffic during construction but this will be appropriately managed in line with DELWP planning requirements. A traffic assessment was conducted and a summary is shown on this website.

Is there any risk in relation to the gas that will be produced?

While there are always risks associated with any project, we have a detailed risk management plan and a number of proactive steps in our design, construct and operational processes that mitigate the risk. From a gas perspective, the gas will be captured in large gas holders that are state of the art and used in many biogas plants worldwide. The gas is captured and then sent to CHP machines to convert it safely to renewable electricity. Each tank is fitted with pressure valves so that in the unlikely event of needing to deal with excess gas, it can be immediately and safely flared.

Will the fertiliser produce a bad smell?

The fertiliser goes through an anaerobic digestion process as well as a number of other processes including screw presses and dryers. These processes remove the majority of contaminants, meaning the end product is almost odourless and with less contaminants than the raw materials that are entered into the process.

Is there is a risk of spillage and how will it be dealt with?

While there is always a risk of spillage, our design and processes and equipment allow for the safe capture of both clean and dirty water so that spillage is not only contained, but can be recycled back through the process.

How much water will be used?

More than 80% of the water will be captured and re-cycled back through the process. This is part of Pavilion’s unique process and equipment.

Will the project be an eyesore?

No. The equipment is state of the art and our design lay out and cleanliness practices will ensure the site is presentable at all times. Furthermore, the surrounds of the plant will be appropriately landscaped so as not to upset visual amenity. A visual impact assessment has been conducted and a summary of conclusions is included in this website. Elevation and landscaping plans are also provided on this website.

How will the project impact the grid?

The project will impact the grid positively, with excess power being injected back in to the grid which will support the grid, particularly in peak periods.

Will the plant produce significant odours or noise?

No. A detailed odour assessment and noise assessment has been conducted. The summary of the conclusions from these two assessments is included on this website.

Will there be harmful emissions from the project?

One of the significant benefits of this project is that it will produce substantial reductions in greenhouse gases. Rather than waste being sent to landfill or chicken litter spread to land (allowing some methane to escape to the atmosphere), the project converts these wastes to renewable gas and organic fertiliser.