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Fenceline Monitoring for Industrial Compliance: Ensure environmental compliance with the EXTREL MAX300-AIR™ Environmental Gas Analyzer from Process Insights. It offers real-time, automated monitoring of fugitive benzene and other pollutants, ensuring your operations meet stringent regulatory standards. Fenceline monitoring solutions from Process Insights are designed to meet the latest regulatory requirements. For example, the system provides real-time data on fugitive benzene emissions, helping facilities comply with the EPA’s stringent standards. This proactive approach to monitoring ensures that companies are always ahead of regulatory demands, avoiding costly fines and demonstrating their commitment to environmental stewardship Learn more https://ow.ly/o0gW50S0W9v #processinsights #gasanalysis #fencelinemonitoring #petrochemical #refining #chemical Monique Mahoney-Ashberry

This is the answer for Texas Senate Bill 900. This new law says you must have tank fire extinguishing on any and all tanks 21,000 gallons or larger in a Tank Farm, Chemical Plant or Refinery. This same technology is an enhanced methane/GHG capture tool for conned roof or floating roof tanks. The new EPA laws released this past weekend already has an answer on tanks. Come pilot several projects with us. We have the DOE liaisons to help guide you to financial support to show that you are reducing emissions and enhancing your capture to reach zero emissions on tanks. 432-770-2708 #tankfarm #chemicalprocessing #refinery #ghgemissions #methanereduction #epa #txsb900 #enhancedproductivity #tceq #southcoastaqmd #newtechnologies

In a proactive move aimed at ameliorating persistent environmental and safety issues within the midstream and downstream petroleum sector, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority introduced the Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Environmental Regulations, 2023 (the “Regulations”) in July 2023. The Regulations have been crafted to serve as a robust framework to redress long-standing environmental concerns while concurrently charting a course toward enhanced environmental stewardship. They embody a resolute call for the adoption of cleaner, more sustainable technologies and are poised to fortify the ecological equilibrium and resilience of the impacted ecosystems. This article undertakes an exhaustive examination of the Regulations' salient provisions, offering insight into the novel environmental responsibilities that operators in the midstream and downstream sectors are now tasked with. Read here - https://lnkd.in/dyyMTh2j #GElias #Energy #OilandGas #Petroleum #Sectors #Environmental #Framework #Regulation #Safety #Midstream #Downstream #DownstreamOilandGas #Legal #Law

We have in this article, extensively analyzed and critiqued the recent Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Environmental Regulations, 2023 drawing out significant compliance obligations that players in the midstream and downstream petroleum sectors should pay particular attention to, and the gaps in the Regulations that will need to be improved. I do hope you find the article a worthy read!

Explore the intricacies of Flaring in our latest blog post. Gain insights into combustion processes and regulatory standards and discover how ESC Spectrum's top-tier flare monitoring solutions can optimize your operations. #flaring #regulatorycompliance #flares #refinery #petrochemical #industryexpertise

😱 $24.5 MILLION - that is what EnCap Investments L.L.C's portco Amerdev will pay in fines to New Mexico Environment Department for unpermitted #flaring over a 20 month period. The final agreement also requires that Amerdev: 🔍 Perform a 3rd-party #compliance audit of their operations at all the New Mexico facilities that they own or operate 📑 Calculate and submit monthly reports of #emissions from each facility operating in New Mexico 📹 Conduct weekly OGI inspections for each facility operating in New Mexico for two years or implement an advanced #leak and repair monitoring technology 🏗 Remove equipment from the Azalea Central Tank Battery and submit the appropriate permit application or registration to amend the permit 🔨 “We will continue to strictly enforce NMED permits and New Mexico air regulations and show companies that cutting corners and violating the law won’t save you any money in the long run.” - Zachary Ogaz Iconic Air... it won't cost you $24.5 million https://lnkd.in/gcPM4rGj  

⚫ 🔴 The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has released a guidance document on methanol bunkering for the maritime industry, covering technical challenges, operational strategies, and safety practices. #Methanol #MethanolBunkering #Sustainability #WCN #WorldCargoNews

Our joint study into the human factors considerations of ammonia as a shipping fuel with the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping recommends changes in seafarer competencies, work procedures and processes to address the new safety challenges arising from the specific chemical properties of ammonia. Find out more: https://loom.ly/T2P1r7I #Ammonia #EnergyTransition

🔥 Texas Sues Shell Over Environmental Damage from Massive Fire at Houston Chemical Plant 🔥 The state of Texas has filed a civil lawsuit against British oil giant Shell and its co-owner of a petrochemical and refinery complex near Houston. The lawsuit alleges that a massive fire in May led to the release of "mass quantities" of airborne contaminants and illegal flows of wastewater into nearby waterways. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality seeks over $1 million in unspecified damages and relief for environmental violations at the Deer Park site. During the fire, firefighting efforts involving large amounts of water caused over 68.7 million gallons of wastewater to be unlawfully discharged into a storm-water pond and the Houston Ship Channel. Shell is accused of permitting additional excessive wastewater to flow through a water-treatment facility. Shell and the subsidiary of Pemex, the Mexican state oil company that owns the refinery, have been named defendants in the lawsuit. Shell is investigating the cause of the fire and rebuilding the damaged plant portion. PEMEX's refinery claims commitment to resolving concerns and conducting business safely and environmentally responsibly. The incident highlights an overall increase in serious chemical-related incidents in U.S. plants and refineries in recent years. Besides the state's lawsuit, Shell faces private legal action from employees and contractors allegedly exposed to harmful fumes during the fire. The lawsuit alleges that the released contaminants posed risks to humans, animals, and vegetation. The incident occurred after Shell sold its stake in the refinery but retained full ownership of the adjacent petrochemicals plant, impacting its global chemicals business. https://lnkd.in/gj8eGy_G

Recent changes in Federal and State law pertaining to PFAS chemicals will have profound impacts on clean energy companies in the US. Read more by Crowell's Warren Lehrenbaum and Amy Symonds: