The Challenge
In December 2019, the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Governing Board adopted Rule 4460 which requires that petroleum refineries, including Kern Energy, install, operate and maintain air monitoring systems at the fenceline perimeters with public reporting. In response to the rule, Kern Energy needed technical assistance and expertise to implement a near-real-time fenceline monitoring system for compliance and protection of the environment and nearby communities.
Our Solution
Spheros provides comprehensive support for Kern Energy’s fenceline air monitoring program. Our scientists and technicians developed custom monitoring and quality assurance plans to cover the refinery’s fenceline, and evaluated, procured, and installed all equipment while maintaining and operating the monitoring network. Our specialized data management system, Insight©, performs automatic quality control and allows detailed data review by our experienced air quality scientists. Our web development team worked with Kern Energy to design, develop, and maintain a public website with real-time air quality information.
Prime – Technical and Operational Support
Results +What makes this unique
Kern Energy’s fenceline monitoring system effectively manages large amount of real-time data to track potential fugitive emissions and allows for data transparency. It helps facilitate public understanding of air quality and increase public awareness of air compounds as they relate to Kern’s facility operations. Spheros’ end-to-end and expert capabilities demonstrate our unique, tailored support in meeting specific client needs and requirements.
Spheros’ expertise and end-to-end support made it possible for Kern Energy to implement an innovative fenceline monitoring system that ensures compliance, transparency, and supports our mission of being good stewards of people and planet.
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