Shell West Hollow Technology Center

Year Submitted: 2003

Process: Chemical Storage and Delivery

Industry: Petroleum Refining

Wastes Reduced: VOC Emissions

Equipment: Floating Roofs

Location: Houston TX

No. of employees: 1600

Contact: Marty Pierce

Phone: (281) 544-7254

Description:

Thirty-seven petroleum storage tanks (with capacities from 600-10,000 gallons) have had internal tank floats installed.

P2 Application:

This was not a requirement and just done to eliminate emissions.

Environmental Benefits:

Reduction of 4 to 5 tons of VOCs.

Details of Reductions

Additional Information :

Elimination of product losses which equals 8000 pounds per year or 60% reduction. Savings of product are about $1,000 per year.

Source: TCEQ