An Inventory of Used and By-Product Hydrocarbon Streams

摘要

This study identifies and characterizes major used and by-product gaseous and liquid hydrocarbon streams and estimates their recovery potential. The magnitude of these streams is established by applying emission factors to a relevant base variable, such as the quantity of new material used or produced. The recovery potential is examined by proposing the application of reasonably available control and recycling technology to each source category. In addition to reviewing reclamation techniques for used hydrocarbon streams, present disposal methods are reviewed. Some energy and economic implications of alternative recycling and disposal methods are discussed. The study concludes by recommending areas for further research, areas where there appears to be significant potential for recovery from used hydrocarbon streams.