© Vladislav Kireev, 2023
ISBN 978-5-0060-7762-1
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– Introduction – p.2
– Chapter 1: History of the Petrochemical Industry: Environmental and Climate Impact. – p.3
– Chapter 2: The Role of Legislation and Regulation in Transforming Petrochemicals to a More Environmentally Sustainable Sector. – p.22
– Chapter 3: Quality Management System in the Oil and Gas Industry. – p.30
– Chapter 4: Assessing Potential Risks and Threats of Oil Refineries’ Operations. – p.34
– Chapter 5: Air Pollution in Nizhnekamsk: Main Sources and Characteristics. – p.45
– Chapter 6: Circular Economy and Waste Management in Petrochemicals: Opportunities and Challenges. (examples from Russia and the USA) – p.49
– Chapter 7: Investment and Financing of Sustainable Projects in the Petrochemical Sector. (examples from Russia and the USA) – p. 66
– Chapter 8: Challenges and Prospects for Russia’s Sustainable Economic Development in Modern Realities. – p. 71
– Chapter 9: Environmental Safety in the Context of the Current State and Development Trends of the Global, Western European, and Russian Petrochemical Sectors. – p. 82
– Chapter 10: Role of Society and Consumers in the Transition to Green Petrochemistry. – p. 86
– Chapter 11. Article 8: Main Aspects of the Issue of Environmental Risk Management Amidst Rapid Growth of the US Petrochemical Industry. – p. 95
– Chapter 12: Key Factors for the Successful Development of Petrochemical Enterprises in the Context of Current and Forecasted Global Growth Rates for the Industry in 2023—2025. – p. 101
– Chapter 13: Step-by-Step Guide to Transitioning to an “Eco-friendly Petrochemical Industry” – p. 105
– Conclusion: Petrochemical Transformation – A Dream or Inevitable Reality? – p.112
Petrochemistry is a pivotal industry sector responsible for producing a wide range of chemical products and materials derived from petroleum. On one hand, it is hard to imagine our everyday lives without the contribution of petrochemicals, but on the other hand, the activities of petrochemical enterprises lead to severe environmental consequences, adversely affecting our surroundings and contributing to climatic challenges. This underscores the urgent need for innovative and sustainable solutions within this industry to protect our planet.
In the book “Petrochemistry and the Green Planet: A Distant Dream or Reality?”, we will delve into the intricate world of the petrochemical industry, examining its significance in today’s society and its environmental impact. We then raise the question: Is it possible to harmonize the petrochemical industry with the welfare of our planet?
Throughout the chapters, we will explore various facets of this field. From tracing the historical development of petrochemistry, from its inception and early chemical processes to the contemporary technologies and innovations shaping its future, we’ll highlight its economic role and the latest technological breakthroughs.
The book pays special attention to pressing questions and the quest for answers. We will analyze the petrochemical industry’s impact on the environment, greenhouse gas emissions and pollution of water and soil. Concurrently, we’ll spotlight the ongoing innovations and the green revolution within this sector, investigating the possibilities of rendering petrochemistry more sustainable and environmentally accountable.
The book addresses the intricate challenges confronting the petrochemical industry and offers its readers a myriad of perspectives and solutions to overcome them. We’ll discuss exemplary practices and innovations, as well as the visions of experts committed to fostering a green and sustainable petrochemical industry.
This book serves as a call for deep reflection and dialogue, urging collective efforts to strike a balance between modern society’s needs and caring for the future of our planet. I firmly believe that a green planet and petrochemistry can become a dream turned reality when society recognizes its responsibility towards Earth and unites in pursuit of this objective.
History of the Petrochemical Industry: Environmental and Climatic Impact
The Dawn of the Petrochemical Era
The inception of the petrochemical era is closely tied to the discovery of oil in the late 19th century. It became an industrial raw material for the production of various chemical products for the first time. This pivotal event marked the start of the petrochemical industry’s growth and had a profound influence on the global economy and industry.
Let’s travel back to the late 19th century. The era of initial oil discoveries and the first oil wells emerged in the USA and Russia. One of the most iconic of these ones was the Spindletop oil well in Texas, USA, established in 1901. This discovery was a watershed moment in the development of the oil industry, attracting the attention of investors and entrepreneurs to the prospects of the oil business.
In the early 20th century, the first chemical plants based on oil evolved into one of the industry’s most significant innovations. Scientists and engineers sought ways not just to derive fuel from oil, but also to create other components, breaking new ground for the oil refining and petrochemical industry.
