By: David Petty, CPA, MBA
Director of IET Engineering Services
Regional Manager, Midwest
The Problem: Increased Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) landfills face heightened scrutiny under the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS). These regulations mandate quarterly surface emissions monitoring (SEM) to detect methane leaks. If methane concentrations exceed the threshold of 500 parts per million (ppm), operators must take swift corrective action and document the process meticulously.
Why do these exceedances happen? The culprit is often an ineffective Gas Collection and Control System (GCCS). When landfill gas isn’t properly captured, it escapes to the surface—and ultimately into the atmosphere—causing regulatory headaches, compliance violations, and environmental harm.
Surface emissions aren’t just a regulatory challenge; they’re an operational nightmare. Historically, monitoring relied on technicians with handheld devices attempting to cover expansive areas with limited resources. This reactive, time-intensive approach often felt like a guessing game. By the time an issue was identified, it was already too late.
But what if there was a way to eliminate the guesswork? What if you could proactively manage your GCCS and address problems before they escalate?
The Solution: Real-Time Insights with IETLink
With IETLink, you gain the power to monitor your GCCS in real-time, transforming the way you manage surface emissions and meet compliance requirements. Here’s how:
1. Proactive Performance Monitoring:
o IETLink provides continuous monitoring of key GCCS metrics, such as vacuum levels, gas flow rates, and pump performance. This ensures you know how your system is performing at all times.
2. Custom Alerts:
o Forget about manually sifting through data or relying on field technicians to find problems. IETLink’s smart alerts notify you instantly of issues, pinpointing exactly where and when they occur. You’ll know the problem before it’s visible at the surface.
3. Optimized Resource Deployment:
o Armed with accurate, real-time data, you can send technicians to address specific issues—saving time, reducing costs, and avoiding the inefficiencies of blanket inspections.
4. Regulatory Confidence:
o IETLink simplifies reporting by maintaining comprehensive records of system performance and alert responses. Say goodbye to compliance anxiety and hello to smooth audits.
The Results: Smoother Operations and Peace of Mind
When you implement IETLink, you’re not just meeting regulatory requirements—you’re redefining what it means to manage a landfill efficiently. Here’s what you can expect:
• A More Effective GCCS:
o By catching issues early, your system runs more efficiently, capturing more gas and reducing surface emissions.
• Improved Reporting:
o Accurate, automated data collection means your reporting is always ready for regulatory review.
• Cost Savings:
o With fewer surprises and faster problem resolution, you’ll spend less on emergency repairs and labor-intensive inspections.
• Better Resource Allocation:
o Technicians are deployed strategically, focusing on fixing issues instead of searching for them.
• A Stronger Bottom Line:
o Reduced operational headaches, enhanced compliance, and optimized resources all contribute to significant cost savings and efficiency gains.
Take Control with IETLink
Don’t let surface emissions exceedances define your operations. With IETLink, you can shift from reactive to proactive management, eliminating guesswork and taking control of your GCCS.
Learn more about how IETLink can transform your operations. Contact us today and discover why landfill operators nationwide trust us to simplify compliance, reduce costs, and deliver peace of mind.
