Reduce pollution costs through better process design

Journal Article · Mon May 01 04:00:00 EDT 1995 · Hydrocarbon Processing

OSTI ID:61266

Moores, C W ^[1]

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1. ENSR, Boston, MA (United States)

To cost-effectively meet tighter environmental mandates, hydrocarbon processing industry (HPI) operators must use source reduction and pollution prevention methods when re-evaluating process design and operations, and avoid end-of-pipe remedies. Using new guidelines, operators can shop for consultants that combine expertise in both environmental and engineering/construction disciplines. Especially in environmentally-driven projects, the contractor must have in-house expertise in: environmental regulations, source sampling and analysis, feasibility studies/conceptual design, process design, cost estimates, environmental construction permits, safety and HAZOP reviews, etc. HPI operators should constantly reevaluate and reconsider possible design modifications that can reduce or prevent waste generation. Engaging a competent consultant is one way to cut compliance costs, reduce waste generation and meet environmental mandates.

• OSTI ID: 61266
• Journal Information: Hydrocarbon Processing, Journal Name: Hydrocarbon Processing Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 74; ISSN HYPRAX; ISSN 0018-8190
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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