Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to document Shell's experiences and learnings in the effort to better track and reduce Green House Gases (GHG) and improve Energy Efficiency in our downstream manufacturing and upstream production operations. The paper is based on Case Studies from various Operating Units in Shell upstream and downstream operations, as well as outlining further development plans.
In Shell operations we seek to minimize GHG emissions by continuously monitoring, displaying and reporting associated Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and quickly alerting operators of changes to trigger remedial intervention. Reduction of GHG emission is also achieved by improving cross validated and mass balanced tracking of our process streams. This ensures that manufacturing and production processes are operated efficiently and transparently.
Continuous GHG monitoring also allows automatic compilation of emissions by source which can then be automatically reported as part of the normal daily reporting cycle. The resulting emissions figures and associated KPI's are then prominently displayed in the Daily Production Report. The daily emissions totals are also stored and trended to flag more subtle and/or gradual changes. In this way GHG emissions data and performance information are made available to operations staff and management to facilitate awareness and corrective actions when appropriate.
