Overview
ARELAC INC DBA CALERA operates a cement plant in Moss Landing, California. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 327310 for cement manufacturing.
ARELAC INC DBA CALERA is a cement plant located at 7697 Highway 1 in Moss Landing, Monterey County, California. The facility is currently operational and falls under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing cement for construction and infrastructure projects. The plant operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Cement manufacturing is subject to multi-media environmental regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for water discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. Facilities in this sector typically use rotary kilns for clinker production, which generates significant CO2 and other pollutants. Cement plants are significant sources of greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollutants such as particulate matter and nitrogen oxides. The Moss Landing area is an industrial hub with nearby power plants and agricultural activities, making environmental management critical. The facility's proximity to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary adds to the importance of its environmental compliance and community engagement.
Environmental context
The cement plant is situated in Moss Landing, a coastal community in Monterey County, California. The region is ecologically sensitive due to its proximity to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a protected marine area. Cement manufacturing involves high-temperature processes that emit CO2, NOx, and particulate matter. Local air quality is influenced by industrial activities and agricultural operations. Water resources are also a concern, as cement plants require significant water for cooling and dust control. The facility must comply with stringent California environmental regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and local air district rules.
Frequently asked questions
ARELAC INC DBA CALERA is located at 7697 Highway 1, Moss Landing, Monterey County, California, USA.
This facility is a cement plant that manufactures cement, a key material for construction and infrastructure.
The NAICS code is 327310, which corresponds to cement manufacturing.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and RCRA, as well as California state regulations such as those from CARB.
The plant is currently operational.
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