Applying for an IPPC permit
Maltese companies have a standard form to fill in to apply with MEPA for an IPPC permit. In this application, they must:
• submit a description of their proposed activities;
• provide details of how the site will be managed and nominate a technically competent person;
• indicate the potential for releases of emissions and waste generation and how these will be minimised and monitored;
• specify the raw materials, water and energy use of the activity and how resources will be used efficiently;
• indicate how the site will be returned to a satisfactory site after operations cease.
The application forms (consisting of form A and form B) may be accessed below.
The application is then assessed by the IPPC Committee, who asks for further information until enough information is available for a decision. The application is then made public on MEPA’s website, MEPA front office and the local council of the locality in which the installation is proposed, for a period of 30 days during which time the public is invited to comment. After permitting, the permit application and the permit are made available to the public on MEPA’s website. Submissions made as part of permit conditions and inspection reports may also be placed on the website.
The IPPC permit is a dynamic permit, and may be varied should the Authority think it is necessary to do so, or if the operator makes a request. In the case of substantial changes, a public consultation period will be required prior to the Authority making a decision.