Advanced Energy Efficiency Upgrades at the OWB Packers Facility
Summary
SCH Number
2020040144
Public Agency
California Energy Commission
Document Title
Advanced Energy Efficiency Upgrades at the OWB Packers Facility
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/14/2020
Document Description
This project will install energy efficient equipment at a meat processing facility. Specifically, equipment related to compressed air, refrigeration, and hot water systems will be installed which reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Contact Information
Name
Kevin Uy
Agency Name
California Energy Commission
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Agency Name
OWB Packers LLC
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Location
Cities
Brawley
Counties
Imperial
Cross Streets
57 E. Shank Rd
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301
Reasons for Exemption
This project will install energy efficient equipment at the OWB Packer meat processing facility in Brawley, CA. This project will involve minor alteration of existing mechanical equipment at an existing food processing facility and will result in negligible or no expansion of the existing use. The energy efficient equipment consists of compressors, dryers, pumps, tanks, insulation, boiler components, refrigeration components, controls hardware, and associated mechanical and electrical components. The materials used to construct the system are chemically inert, not hazardous to human health, and do not have a significant effect on the environment. The systems purchased have safety certifications in compliance with relevant codes and standards. In addition, all required permits for installation and operation of the system will be obtained prior to system installation and demonstration. The demonstrations will not have a significant impact on local air quality, noise, or traffic, and is expected to reduce local criteria pollutant emissions. For these reasons, the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and falls under the categorical exemption listed in 14 C.C.R. §15301 and 14 C.C.R. §15302(c).
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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