“Man is a rational animal who always loses his
temper when he is called upon to act in accordance with the dictates of
reason.” -- Oscar Wilde (Irish Poet, Novelist, Dramatist and Critic,
1854-1900)
A couple of years ago, I became aware of the KACST-Oxford Petrochemical Forum (http://www.kacst.edu.sa/en/about/media/news/Pages/news5110730-8956.aspx)
by accident. Since then, I have tried,
without success, to anticipate when the next event would occur. No wonder. Forum attendance is limited to 60
people, by invitation only.
The third such event occurred in August 2013.
Read the program (http://users.ox.ac.uk/~iclb0195/Forum-3/Venue.html)
and you will see why it seems so interesting.
For example, Prof. Edman S.C. Tsang, University of Oxford, presented a paper
titled “Rational design of
nanocatalysts.” Another paper,
titled “New methods of direct desulphurization of crude oil,” was delivered by
Dr. Raja Al-Otaibi, KACST-King Abdulaziz Center for Science and Technology.
Why bother to follow this conference when it is unlikely that you will be able
to attend?
I’ll tell you why … you can Google® the people presenting papers to find out
what else they have written. And the
other papers and patents they have created are usually accessible.
For example, Google® edman tsang nanocatalysts, and one of the results
is the publications page of the Tsang Group (http://tsang.chem.ox.ac.uk/Publications.htm),
which lists some 250 articles and patents which he has had a hand in producing.
If you would like to try to wangle an invitation to the next KACST-Oxford
Petrochemical Forum, read the following.
And good luck!
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Contacts
Mrs. Linda Webb
Secretary
KACST-Oxford Petrochemical Forum
Phone: +44(0)1865 272646
E-mail linda.webb@chem.ox.ac.uk
The participation to the Forum is limited to about 60 attendees within the
Lecture Theatre at Wadham College. However, the Forum is open to all who are
interested; especially for those who are interested in building links and
collaboration with Oxford and KACST, the biggest Saudi Government Science and
Technology Funding body.
Attendance is limited by invitation only and enquiries concerning attendance
can be directed to Mrs. Linda Webb.
We very much hope that you will be able to attend the 3rd KACST-Oxford
Petrochemical Forum at Oxford.
source: http://users.ox.ac.uk/~iclb0195/Forum-3/Abstracts.html
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Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Conference Vetting: Some Google Fun
“Even bad books
are books and therefore sacred.” --
Gunter Grass,
born 16 October 1927; German novelist, poet, playwright, illustrator, graphic
artist, sculptor and recipient of the 1999 Nobel Prize in Literature
The 3rd Annual LARTC – Latin American Technology Conference (http://events.gtforum.com/lartc) approaches … 9-10 April 2014 in Cancun, Mexico. When deciding whether to spend valuable time and money on a conference, consider Googling® the people, processes and organizations featured in the conference brochure. Por ejemplo …
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Google®: krish nangia fluor
Construction of the new Pemex Grass Root Refinery in Tula, Hidalgo, Mexico
Dr. Krish K. Nangia, Technical Director for the Fluor Pemex Tula Grass Roots Refinery Project, will speak about building the new refinery in Tula Hidalgo, Mexico, and the process involved in completing the facility. Dr. Nangia has been with Fluor since 1975. He has a PhD in Chemical Engineering from McGill University in Montreal Canada, and is a licensed chemical engineer. Dr. Nangia has over 40 plus years of experience in project development, screening and feasibility studies, project economic/financial analysis, process technology selection and process guarantee development. His experience also includes front end design, cost estimating support, detailed engineering, safety and hazard assessment. Additional experience includes construction support, startup and performance testing for projects in the area of petroleum refining, heavy crude upgrades, gas processing, off-sites and utilities, power generation and petrochemical plants. At Fluor, Dr. Nangia is responsible for management and execution of “Mega Projects” in the Middle East, South Africa, South America and Europe, requiring coordination between several licensors and integration of units within the complex.
source: http://www.isa.org/~oranc/DOC/Chart/2013/Chart1307.pdf
Google®: krish nangia fluor
PTQ July 2010
Designing for sulphur removal and storage: part II
Selection of technologies for the sulphur block must serve legislative demands and the efficient operation of upstream processes
Shamim Gandhi, Wayne Chung and Krish Nangia
Fluor Corporation
source: http://www.digitalrefining.com/article/1000498,Designing_for_sulphur_removal_and_storage__part_II.html
Google®: claudio schlosser petrobras
Capital GR
Petrobras: Domestic Market Is Best Way To Profit From Oil Refining
--Underpinning domestic market growth is demand for diesel and jet fuel in Brazil, official says
--Petrobras expects strong growth for these products to continue
By Jenny Gross
Dow Jones Newswires
BARCELONA -(Dow Jones)- A refining executive at Brazilian state-run energy giant Petroleo Brasileiro (PBR, PETR4.BR), or Petrobras, said costs associated with transporting oil products to hubs in Europe, the U.S. and Asia make it less practical than using production domestically.
Claudio Romeo Schlosser, Petrobras executive manager of refining, said on the sidelines of the Global Refining Summit in Barcelona that investing in Brazil is the best way to cash in on the country's oil reserves. Petrobras plans to build five new refineries in the next few years so it can meet Brazil's demand for oil products without having to import large amounts of gasoline and diesel.
source: http://english.capital.gr/News.asp?id=1507511
Google®: isomalk
Isomalk-2SM: C5/C6 Isomerization Process with Benzene Reduction
Isomalk-2 is a low-temperature isomerization technology that has been commercially proven in grassroots applications, revamps of semi-regenerative reforming units, and replacement of other isomerization technologies. This flexible process utilizes a robust platinum-containing mixed metal oxide SI-2 catalyst that works effectively at the low temperatures of 120-140°C (250-285°F), while delivering great stability against the influence of catalytic poisons. Isomalk-2 is a competitive alternative to the three most commonly used light gasoline isomerization processes: zeolite, chlorinated aluminum oxide and sulfated zirconium oxide catalysts, applicable for simple replacement of these catalyst types. This technology has been commercialized in all possible modes of configuration. By applying the full recycle configuration, an isomerate with a 92.5 RON value has been achieved in a world-scale reference unit.
source: http://www.digitalrefining.com/data/literature/file/2097459720.pdf
Google® ecopetrol grace diesel
Dos grandes organizaciones unidas por un catalizador
La empresa más grande de Colombia, Ecopetrol, y el líder mundial en el mercado de catalizadores, Grace, unieron talento y recursos. Los resultados son un insumo con proyección internacional para incrementar la producción de diesel; la prueba con hechos tangibles de la efectividad de las alianzas estratégicas en Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación; y una nueva evidencia de que en Ecopetrol el talento es de clase mundial.
source: http://www.ecopetrol.com.co/especiales/RevistaInnova5ed/idi.htm
Google® haldor topsoe petrobras RNEST
Petrobras using Topsøe SNOXTM sulphuric acid technology for flue and sour gas treatment in the new RNEST oil refinery in Pernambuco, Brazil
source: http://www.h2so4.com.br/downloads/COBRAS-2013/COBRAS-2013-PETROBRASandTOPSOE-SNOXTechnology.pdf
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The 3rd Annual LARTC – Latin American Technology Conference (http://events.gtforum.com/lartc) approaches … 9-10 April 2014 in Cancun, Mexico. When deciding whether to spend valuable time and money on a conference, consider Googling® the people, processes and organizations featured in the conference brochure. Por ejemplo …
///////
Google®: krish nangia fluor
Construction of the new Pemex Grass Root Refinery in Tula, Hidalgo, Mexico
Dr. Krish K. Nangia, Technical Director for the Fluor Pemex Tula Grass Roots Refinery Project, will speak about building the new refinery in Tula Hidalgo, Mexico, and the process involved in completing the facility. Dr. Nangia has been with Fluor since 1975. He has a PhD in Chemical Engineering from McGill University in Montreal Canada, and is a licensed chemical engineer. Dr. Nangia has over 40 plus years of experience in project development, screening and feasibility studies, project economic/financial analysis, process technology selection and process guarantee development. His experience also includes front end design, cost estimating support, detailed engineering, safety and hazard assessment. Additional experience includes construction support, startup and performance testing for projects in the area of petroleum refining, heavy crude upgrades, gas processing, off-sites and utilities, power generation and petrochemical plants. At Fluor, Dr. Nangia is responsible for management and execution of “Mega Projects” in the Middle East, South Africa, South America and Europe, requiring coordination between several licensors and integration of units within the complex.
source: http://www.isa.org/~oranc/DOC/Chart/2013/Chart1307.pdf
Google®: krish nangia fluor
PTQ July 2010
Designing for sulphur removal and storage: part II
Selection of technologies for the sulphur block must serve legislative demands and the efficient operation of upstream processes
Shamim Gandhi, Wayne Chung and Krish Nangia
Fluor Corporation
source: http://www.digitalrefining.com/article/1000498,Designing_for_sulphur_removal_and_storage__part_II.html
Google®: claudio schlosser petrobras
Capital GR
Petrobras: Domestic Market Is Best Way To Profit From Oil Refining
--Underpinning domestic market growth is demand for diesel and jet fuel in Brazil, official says
--Petrobras expects strong growth for these products to continue
By Jenny Gross
Dow Jones Newswires
BARCELONA -(Dow Jones)- A refining executive at Brazilian state-run energy giant Petroleo Brasileiro (PBR, PETR4.BR), or Petrobras, said costs associated with transporting oil products to hubs in Europe, the U.S. and Asia make it less practical than using production domestically.
Claudio Romeo Schlosser, Petrobras executive manager of refining, said on the sidelines of the Global Refining Summit in Barcelona that investing in Brazil is the best way to cash in on the country's oil reserves. Petrobras plans to build five new refineries in the next few years so it can meet Brazil's demand for oil products without having to import large amounts of gasoline and diesel.
source: http://english.capital.gr/News.asp?id=1507511
Google®: isomalk
Isomalk-2SM: C5/C6 Isomerization Process with Benzene Reduction
Isomalk-2 is a low-temperature isomerization technology that has been commercially proven in grassroots applications, revamps of semi-regenerative reforming units, and replacement of other isomerization technologies. This flexible process utilizes a robust platinum-containing mixed metal oxide SI-2 catalyst that works effectively at the low temperatures of 120-140°C (250-285°F), while delivering great stability against the influence of catalytic poisons. Isomalk-2 is a competitive alternative to the three most commonly used light gasoline isomerization processes: zeolite, chlorinated aluminum oxide and sulfated zirconium oxide catalysts, applicable for simple replacement of these catalyst types. This technology has been commercialized in all possible modes of configuration. By applying the full recycle configuration, an isomerate with a 92.5 RON value has been achieved in a world-scale reference unit.
source: http://www.digitalrefining.com/data/literature/file/2097459720.pdf
Google® ecopetrol grace diesel
Dos grandes organizaciones unidas por un catalizador
La empresa más grande de Colombia, Ecopetrol, y el líder mundial en el mercado de catalizadores, Grace, unieron talento y recursos. Los resultados son un insumo con proyección internacional para incrementar la producción de diesel; la prueba con hechos tangibles de la efectividad de las alianzas estratégicas en Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación; y una nueva evidencia de que en Ecopetrol el talento es de clase mundial.
source: http://www.ecopetrol.com.co/especiales/RevistaInnova5ed/idi.htm
Google® haldor topsoe petrobras RNEST
Petrobras using Topsøe SNOXTM sulphuric acid technology for flue and sour gas treatment in the new RNEST oil refinery in Pernambuco, Brazil
source: http://www.h2so4.com.br/downloads/COBRAS-2013/COBRAS-2013-PETROBRASandTOPSOE-SNOXTechnology.pdf
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Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Two Conferences
“When I examine
myself and my methods of thought, I come to the conclusion that the gift of
fantasy has meant more to me than any talent for abstract,
positive thinking.” -- Albert
Einstein (German born American Physicist. 1879-1955)
Here are two conferences and a call for papers. They are …
1) POWER-GEN Brasil
2) Refining China
I have quoted the emails directly.
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POWER-GEN Brasil
Our Advisory Board is now accepting abstracts for our 2014 Conference.
We invite you to submit an abstract for POWER-GEN Brasil. Share your knowledge, experience and solutions with industry colleagues in Brazil - and the South American region. To have your presentation considered for the program, please submit your 150 - 300 word abstract on one or more of the technical focus areas listed by Monday, 24 February 2014. Submit Abstract, Click Here
Abstract Submittal Deadline: 24 FEBRUARY 2014
Abstract Review by Committee: APRIL 2014
Notification: MAY 2014
Draft of Presentation Due: 2 SEPTEMBER 2014
POWER BRASIL EVENTS AUDIENCE
Spanning from generation (including a special focus on Hydropower) to transmission and distribution, POWER-GEN Brasil, alongside co-located DistribuTECH Brasil and HydroVision Brasil conferences and exhibition serve professionals from all facets in these industries:
- Public / Municipal Utilities
- Government / Regulatory Agencies
- Private / Independent Power Producers
- Investing / Finance / Insurance
- Consultation
- Research / Development
- Operations / Maintenance
- Design / Structural / Construction Engineering
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plant Engineering
- Fuel Suppliers
- IT / Software
- Equipment Inspection / Repair - Original Equipment
- Manufacturing
- Human Resources
- Trade Press
- Hydropower Project Ownership / Operation
- Equipment Manufacturing / Supply
- Environmental Mitigation / Enhancement
- Electricity Distribution Utilities
- Electricity Transmission Utilities
- Electricity Regulators
- Large Electricity Consumers / Buyers
- Manufacturers / Vendors
TOPICS OF INTEREST
This list contains topics of interest for the 2014 Brazil power event audience. This list is not meant to be all-inclusive. Special consideration will be given to presentations that include case studies with utilities.
Submit Abstract, Click Here
CONVENTIONAL THERMAL GENERATION
- Strategies for the Brazilian Power Market
- Integration – Strategy & Technologies
- Road to Decarbonization – CCS, Energy Efficiency & CHP
- Gas Fired Power Technology
- Coal Fired Power Plants
More
RENEWABLE ENERGY GENERATION
- Wind
- Solar
- Biomass
- Geothermal & Heat Pumps
- Renewable Integration
More
NUCLEAR POWER GENERATION
- Integrating Nuclear in the Market
- New Build
- Operations
- Decommissioning & Used Fuel Management
- Liability, Financing & Investment
More
INTEGRATION
- Energy Policy Integration
- Grid Connection Rules
- Utility Renewables Strategies
- Meeting Customer Expectations
- The Role for Baseload as Renewable Generation Expands
More
Source: http://s36.a2zinc.net/clients/pennwell/PGB2014/Public/Content.aspx?ID=39236&sortMenu=104000&MainMenuID=39236
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Refining China
We're pleased to provide you with an update on Refining China, taking place on 2-3 April 2014 at the Regent Hotel, Beijing. There's still time to register at 'early bird' rates at www.refiningchina.com
Speakers this year include
Zhao Jungui Vice President and Secretary-General, China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation Opening Address
Cao Xianghong, President, Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China, and SINOPEC Senior Consultant Construction of safe and reliable, clean and environmental protection in refining and petrochemical enterprises
He Shengbao China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) Science and technology management department, Deputy director Green and clean production technology of CNPC in refining enterprises
Hua Wei Sinopec Yanshan Petrochemical, Vice President and Chief Engineer The green low-carbon path of petroleum refining
Zhang Chunsheng Sinopec Jinling Petrochemical Company, Vice President Achieving clean and environment friendly production by implementing green, low carbon strategy
Huang Ziyou CNOOC Ningbo Daxie Petrochemical Company, Vice President The establishment and perfection of rotating equipments' monitoring and early warning mechanism in refining and petrochemical enterprises
Jin Chaokuan West Pacific Petrochemical Company, Dalan, Vice President Safe use of refining and petrochemical equipment
Recent attendees at Refining China have included delegates from the following companies:
CNOOC Huizhou Refining Company • CNOOC Refining & Marketing Company • CNOOC Zhongjie Petrochemical Company • CNOOC Uganda Company, • CNPC Scientific and Technological Department • Committee on Science and Technology of Sinopec • Environmental Research Institute of China • Fushun Petrochemical Research Institute • Jilin Songyuan Petrochemical Co • PetroChina Dalian Engineering Company • PetroChina Fushun Petrochemical Company • PetroChina Lanzhou Petrochemical Research Institute • PetroChina Ningxia Petrochemical • PetroChina Planning & Engineering Institute • PetroChina Qinzhou Refining & Chemical Company • Refinery institute of China Petroleum Planning & Engineering Institute • Shandong Jincheng Petrochemical Group • Shanghai Hoto Petrochemical Engineering Co • West Pacific Petrochemical Company • SinoChem Hongrun Petrochemical Corporation • SinoChem Oil and Gas Exploitation Centre • Sinopec Beijing Yanshan Company • Sinopec Cangzhou Company • Sinopec Changling Company • Sinopec Corp. Research Institute of Petroleum Processing • Sinopec Fushun Petrochemical Research Institute • Sinopec Gaoqiao Company • Sinopec Hainan Refining and Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Henan Oilfield • Sinopec Jingmen Company • Sinopec Jinling Company • Sinopec Jiujiang Company • Luoyang Petrochemical Eng. Corp. of Sinopec • Sinopec Nanhua Company • Sinopec Ningbo Engineering Company • Sinopec Pipeline Transport & Storage Company • Sinopec Qidao Safety Engineering Research Institute • Sinopec Qilu Company • Sinopec Qingdao Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Shijiazhang Refining & Chemical Company • Sinopec Tianjin Company • Sinopec Xian Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Yangzi Petrochemical Corp • Sinopec Zhenhai Refining & Chemical Company • Sinopec Zhongyuan Petrochemical Complex • Zhongyuan Oilfield Petrochemical Complex • Sinopec Cangzhou Company Sinopec • • Shanxi Yanchang Petroleum Group • Yulin Refinery • Shanxi Yanchang Petroleum Group • Yongping Refinery • Huaian Qingjiang Petrochemical Corp
There's still time to register at 'early bird' rates. Just go to www.refiningchina.com
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Here are two conferences and a call for papers. They are …
1) POWER-GEN Brasil
2) Refining China
I have quoted the emails directly.
///////
POWER-GEN Brasil
Our Advisory Board is now accepting abstracts for our 2014 Conference.
We invite you to submit an abstract for POWER-GEN Brasil. Share your knowledge, experience and solutions with industry colleagues in Brazil - and the South American region. To have your presentation considered for the program, please submit your 150 - 300 word abstract on one or more of the technical focus areas listed by Monday, 24 February 2014. Submit Abstract, Click Here
Abstract Submittal Deadline: 24 FEBRUARY 2014
Abstract Review by Committee: APRIL 2014
Notification: MAY 2014
Draft of Presentation Due: 2 SEPTEMBER 2014
POWER BRASIL EVENTS AUDIENCE
Spanning from generation (including a special focus on Hydropower) to transmission and distribution, POWER-GEN Brasil, alongside co-located DistribuTECH Brasil and HydroVision Brasil conferences and exhibition serve professionals from all facets in these industries:
- Public / Municipal Utilities
- Government / Regulatory Agencies
- Private / Independent Power Producers
- Investing / Finance / Insurance
- Consultation
- Research / Development
- Operations / Maintenance
- Design / Structural / Construction Engineering
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plant Engineering
- Fuel Suppliers
- IT / Software
- Equipment Inspection / Repair - Original Equipment
- Manufacturing
- Human Resources
- Trade Press
- Hydropower Project Ownership / Operation
- Equipment Manufacturing / Supply
- Environmental Mitigation / Enhancement
- Electricity Distribution Utilities
- Electricity Transmission Utilities
- Electricity Regulators
- Large Electricity Consumers / Buyers
- Manufacturers / Vendors
TOPICS OF INTEREST
This list contains topics of interest for the 2014 Brazil power event audience. This list is not meant to be all-inclusive. Special consideration will be given to presentations that include case studies with utilities.
Submit Abstract, Click Here
CONVENTIONAL THERMAL GENERATION
- Strategies for the Brazilian Power Market
- Integration – Strategy & Technologies
- Road to Decarbonization – CCS, Energy Efficiency & CHP
- Gas Fired Power Technology
- Coal Fired Power Plants
More
RENEWABLE ENERGY GENERATION
- Wind
- Solar
- Biomass
- Geothermal & Heat Pumps
- Renewable Integration
More
NUCLEAR POWER GENERATION
- Integrating Nuclear in the Market
- New Build
- Operations
- Decommissioning & Used Fuel Management
- Liability, Financing & Investment
More
INTEGRATION
- Energy Policy Integration
- Grid Connection Rules
- Utility Renewables Strategies
- Meeting Customer Expectations
- The Role for Baseload as Renewable Generation Expands
More
Source: http://s36.a2zinc.net/clients/pennwell/PGB2014/Public/Content.aspx?ID=39236&sortMenu=104000&MainMenuID=39236
///////
Refining China
We're pleased to provide you with an update on Refining China, taking place on 2-3 April 2014 at the Regent Hotel, Beijing. There's still time to register at 'early bird' rates at www.refiningchina.com
Speakers this year include
Zhao Jungui Vice President and Secretary-General, China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation Opening Address
Cao Xianghong, President, Chemical Industry and Engineering Society of China, and SINOPEC Senior Consultant Construction of safe and reliable, clean and environmental protection in refining and petrochemical enterprises
He Shengbao China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) Science and technology management department, Deputy director Green and clean production technology of CNPC in refining enterprises
Hua Wei Sinopec Yanshan Petrochemical, Vice President and Chief Engineer The green low-carbon path of petroleum refining
Zhang Chunsheng Sinopec Jinling Petrochemical Company, Vice President Achieving clean and environment friendly production by implementing green, low carbon strategy
Huang Ziyou CNOOC Ningbo Daxie Petrochemical Company, Vice President The establishment and perfection of rotating equipments' monitoring and early warning mechanism in refining and petrochemical enterprises
Jin Chaokuan West Pacific Petrochemical Company, Dalan, Vice President Safe use of refining and petrochemical equipment
Recent attendees at Refining China have included delegates from the following companies:
CNOOC Huizhou Refining Company • CNOOC Refining & Marketing Company • CNOOC Zhongjie Petrochemical Company • CNOOC Uganda Company, • CNPC Scientific and Technological Department • Committee on Science and Technology of Sinopec • Environmental Research Institute of China • Fushun Petrochemical Research Institute • Jilin Songyuan Petrochemical Co • PetroChina Dalian Engineering Company • PetroChina Fushun Petrochemical Company • PetroChina Lanzhou Petrochemical Research Institute • PetroChina Ningxia Petrochemical • PetroChina Planning & Engineering Institute • PetroChina Qinzhou Refining & Chemical Company • Refinery institute of China Petroleum Planning & Engineering Institute • Shandong Jincheng Petrochemical Group • Shanghai Hoto Petrochemical Engineering Co • West Pacific Petrochemical Company • SinoChem Hongrun Petrochemical Corporation • SinoChem Oil and Gas Exploitation Centre • Sinopec Beijing Yanshan Company • Sinopec Cangzhou Company • Sinopec Changling Company • Sinopec Corp. Research Institute of Petroleum Processing • Sinopec Fushun Petrochemical Research Institute • Sinopec Gaoqiao Company • Sinopec Hainan Refining and Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Henan Oilfield • Sinopec Jingmen Company • Sinopec Jinling Company • Sinopec Jiujiang Company • Luoyang Petrochemical Eng. Corp. of Sinopec • Sinopec Nanhua Company • Sinopec Ningbo Engineering Company • Sinopec Pipeline Transport & Storage Company • Sinopec Qidao Safety Engineering Research Institute • Sinopec Qilu Company • Sinopec Qingdao Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Shijiazhang Refining & Chemical Company • Sinopec Tianjin Company • Sinopec Xian Petrochemical Company • Sinopec Yangzi Petrochemical Corp • Sinopec Zhenhai Refining & Chemical Company • Sinopec Zhongyuan Petrochemical Complex • Zhongyuan Oilfield Petrochemical Complex • Sinopec Cangzhou Company Sinopec • • Shanxi Yanchang Petroleum Group • Yulin Refinery • Shanxi Yanchang Petroleum Group • Yongping Refinery • Huaian Qingjiang Petrochemical Corp
There's still time to register at 'early bird' rates. Just go to www.refiningchina.com
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Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Cap and Trade
“Always rise from
the table with an appetite, and you will
never sit down without one.” --
Horace Greeley quotes (American newspaper Editor, 1811-1872)
Our insatiable appetite for electricity results in polluted air. Cleaning our air isn’t easy, and it isn’t cheap.
Cap and trade is an environmental policy tool designed to nudge us along the path to cleaner air. Successful cap and trade programs reward innovation, efficiency, and early action and provide strict environmental accountability without inhibiting economic growth.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides some very useful pages related to clean air markets on its website. Here are a few of them …
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EPA Clean Air Markets
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/
EPA CAMD Business System
The CAMD Business System (CBS) is an interactive application that allows sources to perform various tasks online. Sources can use CBS to submit Certificate of Representation data, such as, add/edit facility or unit data; add/edit Designated Representatives, owners/operators, contacts, or Agents (see 'What are Agents?' section below); transfer allowances; and perform annual compliance tasks.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/business/industry/index.html
EPA Acid Rain Program
The overall goal of the Acid Rain Program is to achieve significant environmental and public health benefits through reductions in emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)—the primary causes of acid rain. To achieve this goal at the lowest cost to society, the program employs both traditional and innovative, market-based approaches for controlling air pollution. In addition, the program encourages energy efficiency and pollution prevention.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/progsregs/arp/index.html
EPA Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR)
On March 10, 2005, EPA issued the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR). This rule provides states with a solution to the problem of power plant pollution that drifts from one state to another. CAIR covers 27 eastern states and the District of Columbia. The rule uses a cap and trade system to reduce the target pollutants—sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)—by 70 percent.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/progsregs/cair/index.html
EPA Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR)
On July 6, 2011, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that protects the health of millions of Americans by helping states reduce air pollution and attain clean air standards. This rule, known as the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), requires states to significantly improve air quality by reducing power plant emissions that contribute to ozone and/or fine particle pollution in other states
http://www.epa.gov/crossstaterule/
EPA Cap and Trade
Cap and trade is an environmental policy tool that delivers results with a mandatory cap on emissions while providing sources flexibility in how they comply. Successful cap and trade programs reward innovation, efficiency, and early action and provide strict environmental accountability without inhibiting economic growth.
http://www.epa.gov/captrade/
EPA Air Markets Program Data
The Air Markets Program Data tool allows users to search EPA data to answer scientific, general, policy, and regulatory questions about industry emissions.
http://ampd.epa.gov/ampd/QueryToolie.html
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Our insatiable appetite for electricity results in polluted air. Cleaning our air isn’t easy, and it isn’t cheap.
Cap and trade is an environmental policy tool designed to nudge us along the path to cleaner air. Successful cap and trade programs reward innovation, efficiency, and early action and provide strict environmental accountability without inhibiting economic growth.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides some very useful pages related to clean air markets on its website. Here are a few of them …
///////
EPA Clean Air Markets
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/
EPA CAMD Business System
The CAMD Business System (CBS) is an interactive application that allows sources to perform various tasks online. Sources can use CBS to submit Certificate of Representation data, such as, add/edit facility or unit data; add/edit Designated Representatives, owners/operators, contacts, or Agents (see 'What are Agents?' section below); transfer allowances; and perform annual compliance tasks.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/business/industry/index.html
EPA Acid Rain Program
The overall goal of the Acid Rain Program is to achieve significant environmental and public health benefits through reductions in emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)—the primary causes of acid rain. To achieve this goal at the lowest cost to society, the program employs both traditional and innovative, market-based approaches for controlling air pollution. In addition, the program encourages energy efficiency and pollution prevention.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/progsregs/arp/index.html
EPA Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR)
On March 10, 2005, EPA issued the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR). This rule provides states with a solution to the problem of power plant pollution that drifts from one state to another. CAIR covers 27 eastern states and the District of Columbia. The rule uses a cap and trade system to reduce the target pollutants—sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)—by 70 percent.
http://www.epa.gov/airmarkets/progsregs/cair/index.html
EPA Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR)
On July 6, 2011, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that protects the health of millions of Americans by helping states reduce air pollution and attain clean air standards. This rule, known as the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), requires states to significantly improve air quality by reducing power plant emissions that contribute to ozone and/or fine particle pollution in other states
http://www.epa.gov/crossstaterule/
EPA Cap and Trade
Cap and trade is an environmental policy tool that delivers results with a mandatory cap on emissions while providing sources flexibility in how they comply. Successful cap and trade programs reward innovation, efficiency, and early action and provide strict environmental accountability without inhibiting economic growth.
http://www.epa.gov/captrade/
EPA Air Markets Program Data
The Air Markets Program Data tool allows users to search EPA data to answer scientific, general, policy, and regulatory questions about industry emissions.
http://ampd.epa.gov/ampd/QueryToolie.html
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