we’re proposing to modernize our rodeo refinery to recover propane from our refining process, and...
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We’re proposing to modernize our Rodeo Refinery to recover propane from our refining process, and better recover butane — to cut sulfur dioxide emissions by 50%, reduce flaring and make us more competitive with other Bay Area refineries.
Butane and propane are natural byproducts of the refining process
Propane is commonly used for BBQs, cabins and motor homes
Butane has replaced ozone-depleting chemicals as a propellant, and is used to blend gasoline, manufacture products like synthetic rubber, and provide fuel for cookers and campers
Will reduce sulfur dioxide emissions by at least 50% — removing about 180 tons from the air annually
Will reduce refinery greenhouse gas emissions
Will further reduce the likelihood of flaring
Will not adversely impact the environment, according to the county’s independent Environmental Impact Review process
Our Rodeo Refinery is the only Bay Area refinery that doesn’t currently recover propane. This project will allow us to remain competitive — so we can continue providing jobs and contributing economically.
Will create about 200 high-wage construction jobs during the project’s 18-month construction period
Will generate additional state and local tax revenue each year
Will give us new products to sell so we remain competitive and economically viable
Proposed project would be constructed on existing refinery property already zoned for heavy industrial use
New processing equipment would be installed and some existing equipment would be reused to recover butane and propane, and remove contaminants from these gases
Older equipment will be deactivated and removed
Additional propane storage and loading facilities would be constructed
Our LPG rail cars are stronger than required by federal regulations
Have been safely shipping LPG by rail for decades — about 20,000 shipments annually
Employees handling LPG receive specialized safety training as required by US Department of Transportation — plus additional industry training
All cars are inspected prior to, during and after loading — and are maintained to strict federal standards
Our facility tracks are inspected monthly and carefully maintained to federal and industry standards
PHASE ONE
Install fuel gas hydrotreater to reduce sulfur emissions by 50%, remove contaminants and improve LPG fuel quality
Install new LPG recovery unit to recover butane and propane
PHASE TWO
Install new propane storage vessels
Expand refinery rail car loading capabilities
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