Navigating 40 CFR 60 Subpart Kc

Mesa ETP’s Adam Vance explains what tank owners need to know As environmental regulations continue to evolve, companies in oil, gas, chemical processing, and other industries that store volatile organic liquids (VOLs) must adapt to meet new compliance standards. In the latest development, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published 40 CFR 60 Subpart Kc, a significant update aimed at reducing emissions from storage tanks. This is the first revision of the EPA’s New Source Performance Standards for volatile organic liquid storage vessels (including petroleum liquid storage vessels) since the 1980s. These regulations will impact tank owners, operators and contractors across the industry. In A Nutshell To effectively navigate the disruptions associated with the evolving regulatory landscape, tank owners need to stay informed and prepared. 40 CFR 60 Subpart Kc focuses on above ground storage tanks that store VOLs. The standard indicates when it should be applied, such as storage volume, true vapour pressure, and features of the tank. The standard focuses on stricter emissions control devices that deliver higher control efficiency. Under the new...