ENV-11-10 Towards a Better Implementation of the Greenhouse Gas Information Management System

Description:

Atmospheric greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are directly tied to energy use, one of the biggest costs for many industries. Therefore, managing GHG emissions is critical; especially for the petrochemical and refining industry. Despite its importance; however, GHG management often remains on the back burner. With the aim of assisting industrial GHG emitters to effectively manage their GHG emissions, the implementation of a GHG Information Management System (IMS), or an Environmental Management Information System (EMIS) capable of managing GHG data and reporting requirements will be discussed. As a critical and valuable step to develop a verifiable and auditable inventory, enhance data quality, streamline reporting, and increase analytical robustness, the benefits of establishing such a system will also be presented. Case studies based on the experience of expert consultants for some GHG IMS projects will be discussed for different industries, with a focus on the petrochemical and refining industry. The discussions will cover various aspects of GHG IMS implementation, including work scope definition, system selection, project planning, implementation, deployment, and support. Technical recommendations and lessons learned for improving the GHG IMS implementation process will also be presented, which can help companies at all levels successfully chart the next steps for enhanced GHG management and GHG emissions reduction.