Evaluation of non-road diesel engine management options
Following extensive consultation and the input from several industry stakeholders over the last 12 months, EMM Consulting have commenced modelling studies, in collaboration with the CSIRO, on the evaluation of non-road diesel engine management options for our industry.
The information gathered during the modelling will assist in completing their full analysis of the options available to the industry which may include no change to current arrangements, voluntary and regulatory options.
The first stage of the analysis is atmospheric modelling, and this is due to be completed shortly. The next to follow will be exposure modelling, followed by health effects modelling and finally the cost/benefit model. While the project has experienced some delays, we are on track to receive the final report close to the end of this year. It should be noted given the hierarchical nature of the process, each stage of the modelling needs to be completed before the next one can be undertaken.
Once this work has been completed, we will be in a position to provide specific advice to governments (through the Environment Ministers Meeting process) on options to manage emissions for use of non-road diesel sector.
Should governments decide that change is required to how non-road diesel emissions are managed/regulated, we anticipate, as is usual with such changes, that this will be through a formal process with full consultation with all stakeholders.
We advocate for an appropriate lead time for industry to prepare and adapt to be included in such deliberations. Exactly what this will look like, i.e. how many years, and any checkpoints that would form part of this process, remains a decision for governments and we will keep you updated.
For further information, contact:
Gareth Evans
Assistant Director | Air Quality Policy Section | 6274 2676
Atmosphere and Reporting Branch | Environment Protection Division
Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment