Conference Papers
Growth in the energy and petrochemical sectors has seen a surge in the expansion of existing facilities (brown-fields) and construction of new facilities (green-fields) around the globe. Most brown-field and green-field studies involve construction of new buildings. Siting of a new building depends on a gamut of factors including their function, hazards, required level of protection, and proposed type of construction. The decision-making process can be further complicated when multiple options or constraints need to be considered. A risk-based approach can be applied to understand and compare various options using indices such as tolerable risk levels and cost. A cost-benefit risk analysis can be used as an effective tool to assist with the decision-making process.
As the biofuels industry continues to expand in support of global decarbonization mandates and objectives, facility owners and developers are being challenged to balance production efficiency, operational reliability, and personnel safety.
As high hazard facilities, biofuels sites should focus on developing a fire protections strategy informed by performance-based analysis so strategies implemented meet the unique challenges found at each facility.
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