2014 4C Conference and Exhibition – February 24-27, 2014 – Austin, TX
Regulations for Control
New Source Performance Standards (NSPS, 40 CFR Part 60, Subpart OOOO) for crude oil and natural gas production, transmission and distribution. Ruling applies to new and modified affected facilities that commenced construction after August 23, 2011 “Quad O”
The ruling targets five source categories of oil and gas production:
NAICS Code
- 211111- Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction
- 211112- Natural Gas Liquid Extraction
- 221210- Natural Gas Distribution
- 486110- Pipeline Distribution of Crude Oil
- 486210- Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas
The Natural Gas Production Process Diagram adapted from the American Gas Association and the EPA Natural Gas STAR Program
Using Engineered Flares to Meet New Regulations
- Well site flare systems
- Gathering and booster stations flare systems
- Natural gas processing plant flare systems
- Compressor station flare systems
- Properly designed, engineered flare for either open or enclosed flame will provide for greater than 98% VOC reduction
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