Chlorine dioxide is a powerful chemical widely used in water treatment, disinfection, and even some industrial applications. But can it be harmful to humans? There's a lot of conflicting information out there, so let’s break it down and separate fact from fiction. What is Chlorine Dioxide? Chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) is a yellow-green gas known for...

Methane Emissions Methane emissions are the second largest contributor to global warming. Although methane often receives less attention than carbon dioxide (CO₂), cutting methane emissions is essential to mitigating the most severe impacts of climate change. The energy sector—including oil, natural gas, coal, and bioenergy—is a major source of methane emissions. However, efforts to curb...

UK Oil & Gas Refineries Petroleum refining in the United Kingdom produced approximately 51.45 million tonnes of petroleum products in 2023, reflecting a 16% decline from 2015 and a 32% decrease from 2011. The UK's downstream oil industry includes six major refineries and one smaller facility. The key operational refineries and their capacities are as...

Introduction Ethylene oxide (EtO) is a versatile chemical that is widely used for sterilising medical equipment, manufacturing antifreeze, and producing other chemicals. However, prolonged exposure to this colourless, flammable gas in the workplace has raised significant health concerns, particularly its potential to cause cancer. In this blog, we will therefore explore whether ethylene oxide can...