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WQ0003083000

OxyChem

WHERE

Ingleside, San Patricio County

What

OxyChem manufactures industrial chemicals, including vinyl chloride, chlorine, and other substances used in chemical production. Its wastewater may contain metals, chlorinated hydrocarbons, and dioxins/furans. These pollutants raise concerns about water quality, marine life, fisheries, and long-term environmental health.

With multiple industrial facilities discharging into the same waterways, it’s critical that TCEQ evaluate cumulative pollution impacts and ensure strong monitoring and discharge limits to protect our Coastal Bend communities.

WHY

OxyChem manufactures industrial chemicals, including vinyl chloride, chlorine, and other substances used in chemical production. Its wastewater may contain metals, chlorinated hydrocarbons, and dioxins/furans. These pollutants raise concerns about water quality, marine life, fisheries, and long-term environmental health.

With multiple industrial facilities discharging into the same waterways, it’s critical that TCEQ evaluate cumulative pollution impacts and ensure strong monitoring and discharge limits to protect our Coastal Bend communities.

Action

Take Action — Make Your Voice Heard!

  1. Submit a Public Comment: Visit the TCEQ Public Comment Portal and search for permit WQ0003083000. Share your concerns about industrial wastewater, water quality, marine ecosystems, and cumulative pollution.
  2. Request a Public Meeting: Ask TCEQ to hold a public meeting so residents can ask questions, learn more about the proposed permit, and voice their concerns.
  3. Request a Contested Case Hearing: If you believe the permit could directly affect your health, property, or use of nearby waterways, request a contested case hearing. Explain how you are personally affected and identify specific concerns about the permit.

WQ0004606000

Cheniere

WHERE

San Patricio County

What

Industrial wastewater discharges can affect water quality, marine life, and the health of Corpus Christi Bay. With continued industrial expansion in our Coastal Bend communities, it’s important that residents have a voice in decisions that could impact our waterways, fisheries, and public health.

WHY

Industrial wastewater discharges can affect water quality, marine life, and the health of Corpus Christi Bay. With continued industrial expansion in our Coastal Bend communities, it’s important that residents have a voice in decisions that could impact our waterways, fisheries, and public health.

Action

  1. Visit the TCEQ Public Comment Portal
  2. Search for permit WQ0004606000.

  3. Submit a public comment explaining your concerns about water quality, marine ecosystems, and cumulative industrial impacts.

  4. Request a Public Meeting so residents can ask questions and hear directly from TCEQ and the applicant.

  5. Request a Contested Case Hearing if you believe your personal interests, property, health, or use of nearby waterways could be directly affected by the permit.

122362

Enbridge

WHERE

Ingleside

What

Contested Case Hearing granted. All affected parties have been notified.

 

WHY

Contested Case Hearing granted. All affected parties have been notified.

 

Action

For any questions or concerns, please contact info@coastalwatchassociation.org

WRPERM 14035

Ingleside Clean Ammonia Partners

WHERE

Ingleside, San Patricio County

What

Our Coastal Bend is already facing serious water supply challenges. Allowing another large industrial facility to use valuable water resources raises concerns about water availability, environmental impacts, and the needs of residents and local ecosystems. The project’s proximity to a primary school also makes community health and safety especially important.

WHY

Our Coastal Bend is already facing serious water supply challenges. Allowing another large industrial facility to use valuable water resources raises concerns about water availability, environmental impacts, and the needs of residents and local ecosystems. The project’s proximity to a primary school also makes community health and safety especially important.

Action

Need Help Submitting a Comment?

If you need talking points, guidance on submitting a public comment, or assistance understanding the permitting process, please contact Coastal Watch Association. We’re happy to help you make your voice heard!

WQ0005473000

Ingleside Clean Ammonia Partners

WHERE

Ingleside, San Patricio

What

Project YaREN would bring another major industrial operation to the Coastal Bend, near residential neighborhoods and Ingleside Primary School. The proposed wastewater discharges raise concerns about water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and the cumulative impacts of industrial pollution.

Our bays and waterways support local fisheries, wildlife, recreation, and the livelihoods of Coastal Bend families. TCEQ must carefully evaluate potential environmental impacts and ensure adequate protections before authorizing additional industrial wastewater discharges.

WHY

Project YaREN would bring another major industrial operation to the Coastal Bend, near residential neighborhoods and Ingleside Primary School. The proposed wastewater discharges raise concerns about water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and the cumulative impacts of industrial pollution.

Our bays and waterways support local fisheries, wildlife, recreation, and the livelihoods of Coastal Bend families. TCEQ must carefully evaluate potential environmental impacts and ensure adequate protections before authorizing additional industrial wastewater discharges.

Action

  1. Submit a Public Comment: Visit the TCEQ Public Comment Portal and search for permit WQ0005473000. Share your concerns about wastewater discharges, water quality, marine ecosystems, and cumulative industrial pollution.
  2. Request a Public Meeting: Ask TCEQ to hold a public meeting where residents can ask questions, learn more about the proposed wastewater permit, and voice their concerns.
  3. Request a Contested Case Hearing: If you believe the permit could directly affect your health, property, or use of nearby waterways, request a contested case hearing. Explain how you are personally affected and identify specific concerns about the application.

 

For more information on how to get involved, please contact info@coastalwatchassociation.org

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