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ENV-07-113 Environmental Activities in Support of Refinery Expansion

Faheem Kazimi, Pasadena Refining System, Inc. and Michael Holder, TRC

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Government, NonMember - $25.00

Description:

Due to challenges associated with grassroots permitting and construction of new refineries, and in response to increased demand for refined products, many refiners have opted to increase capacity at existing plants. In many cases this involves the use of properties formerly used for waste management or other industrial purposes. In addition to changes in permits for waste, wastewater, and stormwater management, existing structures may require site demolition and the analysis of soil and/or groundwater impacts may be necessary as part of the demolition/construction activities. In 2006, Pasadena Refining System Inc. (PRSI) entered into a partnership with Petrobras, the national petroleum company of Brazil, to increase refining capacity at PRSI’s Pasadena, Texas refinery. Because of limited available space at the existing refinery, PRSI purchased an adjacent inactive paper and pulp mill. Prior to the start of expansion activities, the existing mill structures required demolition. Additionally, existing waste, water, and stormwater permits for mill operations had to be terminated and the existing refinery permits had to be modified to cover the expansion or, failing that, the preparation of new permits was required. Waste management, decontamination, safety, and contingency plans to cover demolition activities were prepared. Soil and groundwater impacts identified during the acquisition due diligence required further investigation and negotiations with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to develop a cleanup approach and schedule were also conducted.

Product Details:

Product ID: ENV-07-113
Publication Year: 2007