We are aware of the hazards associated with the energy and commodities industries, and we take our duty to protect the environment, human health, and other people very seriously. Furthermore, we try to minimize impact and hazards whenever feasible because we understand that our activities may have an effect on a wider stakeholder group, such as the communities in which we operate. We look to collaborate with partners who share our dedication to operating to the highest international standards in all of our physical activities. Our due diligence procedures apply to all of the infrastructure we rely on, including the ships, jetties, and storage. The asset-based businesses that are a part of the Houston Tank Terminal adhere to strict worldwide HSE standards, have the necessary HSE policies and processes in place, and follow all applicable laws.

Our goal is to reduce our energy usage through increased staff knowledge, process and facility improvements, as well as the creation of energy-saving programs. Bkep Terminal Holding, LLC operates its offices, facilities, locations, vessels, and other equipment using direct and indirect energy sources. Natural gas, heating oil, and fuel used to run our pumps, boilers, owned bunker ships, operational vehicles, and road tankers are all examples of direct energy use. The computers in our offices around the world, as well as the product pumps, lights at our tank terminals, hydrant systems, and illumination at our aviation fueling locations, all use indirect energy, primarily electricity.

Other indirect sources of energy that we use include district heating and, to a lesser extent, imported stea In all we do, environmental stewardship is a top priority. In this regard, we yearly assess world consumption and are dedicated to the effective use of all resources. We encourage all of our staff to generate as little waste and wastewater as they can. The “4 Rs” — reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover — serve as the cornerstone of our approach to managing waste and wastewater. Water is a valuable resource, and its importance is made even more clear by climate change and the droughts it has caused, particularly in the world’s poorest nations.

To limit our detrimental effects on the water quality and to effectively utilise the water needed for our operational operations is vital to us. Yet, in general, our activities don’t necessitate a lot of water intake. Besides fresh water usage in the sanitary facilities in the offices, water is largely used at our tank terminals for cleaning tanks, hydrostatic tank testing and heating items. Since there is a high demand for water inside, we have incorporated water management into the Energy Saving Program to reduce water consumption. We are also looking at the possibilities of using recycled cleaning or cooling water in place of the drinking water now used for industrial purposes.