Airshed

A major concern for Comparative Analysis of the Feasibility of Alternative Locations for the Development of a Liquefied Natural Gas Precinct Jan (2009) report is that the airshed (air quality) both locally and regionally. LNG liquifiaction trains emit significant quantities of nitrogen oxide and volatile organics. What are the dangers? Photochemical smog can have an effect on the environment, on peoples health and even on various materials. Plants Chemicals such as nitrogen oxides, ozone and peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) can have harmful effects on plants. These substances can reduce or even stop growth in plants by reducing photosynthesis. Ozone, even in small quantities, can achieve this, but PAN is even more toxic to plants than ozone. Health The biggest concern about photochemical smog is the effect it has on peoples health. The effects of the major primary and secondary pollutants in smog are given. Health effects of pollutants involved in photochemical smog Nitrogen oxides • can contribute to problems with heart and lungs • links to decreased resistance to infection Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) • eye irritation • respiratory problems • some compounds are carcinogens Ozone • coughing and wheezing • eye irritation • respiratory problems (particularly for conditions such as asthma) Peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) • eye irritation • respiratory problems According to the Wosley Parsons report (2008) it clearly states a piece of land will be required to accommodate up the 10 <b>...</b>