Division BAT 53: In order to prevent or reduce emissions of organic compounds to air from cooling of the EO absorbent in the EO recovery unit, BAT is to use one of the techniques given below.
United Kingdom
| Technique | Description | Applicability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| a. | Indirect cooling | Use indirect cooling systems (with heat exchangers) instead of open cooling systems | Only applicable to new plants or major plant upgrades |
| b. | Complete EO removal by stripping | Maintain appropriate operating conditions and use online monitoring of the EO stripper operation to ensure that all EO is stripped out; and provide adequate protection systems to avoid EO emissions during other than normal operating conditions | Only applicable when technique a. cannot be applied |