Oil Refineries in Singapore

Introduction 

The oil industry in Singapore accounts for 5% of the gross domestic product (GDP).  Singapore is also one of the world’s top three export refining centres, accounting for 68.1 million tonnes of oil exports in 2007. Thus, it is important for us to look at the costs of these oil industries in the environmental aspect.

Explanation

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The oil refinery industry is one of the main sources of air pollution in Singapore, releasing SO2, NOX and PM2.5. According to NEA, refineries account for 71% of SO2 emissions. Singapore has set a limit to the level of emissions from these oil companies. The various government agencies are also working with these oil companies to improve the refinery processes and decrease SO2 emissions.

References

ENERGY INDUSTRY IN SINGAPORE. (n.d.). Retrieved on 27 March, from https://www.edb.gov.sg/content/edb/en/industries/industries/energy.html

Air Quality and Targets. (n.d.). Retrieved on 27 March, from http://www.nea.gov.sg/anti-pollution-radiation-protection/air-pollution-control/air-quality-and-targets