Operations

Dragon LNG Terminal's operational emissions into the atmosphere will consist mainly of combustion emissions resulting from the combustion of sulphur-free natural gas. This is because a small proportion of the gas is burnt for the purpose of heating up the liquefied natural gas. Generally speaking, natural gas contains a few impurities, such as sulphur for instance, but such impurities are removed during the liquefied natural gas production process so the emissions will be clean.

The required EIS Licence (Environmental Impact Statement) is only issued once the licensing authority is convinced that the best technology available is being used to operate and manage the terminal, so as to eliminate or minimize any ensuing emissions into the environment and prevent them from causing possible damage to the environment.

The facilities have multiple containment systems, proven operational procedures and many other processes to ensure all activities are carried out efficiently without an impact on the environment.

Dragon LNG does not contribute to any significant changes in local air quality or noise levels. A detailed assessment of the health and safety and risk issues associated with the facility and operation also indicates that the level of risk presented by the Dragon LNG Terminal is within the levels that the HSE considers tolerable and broadly represents an acceptable level of risk.

Good site management and strict safety regulations during operations will ensure that long-term disturbance of the marine ecology near to the site is avoided.