Formula
$$ m_\text{VOC} = C \cdot F_\text{VOC} $$Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $m_\text{VOC}$ | Annual VOC emissions | kg | result |
| $C$ | Crude oil loaded | t | cargo log |
| $F_\text{VOC}$ | VOC emission factor | kg VOC / t crude | 0.55 closed-loop / 1.5 open |
Vapour Emission Control Systems (VECS) reduce $F_\text{VOC}$ by 90 %+.
Sources
- MARPOL Annex VI Regulation 15 - VOC from crude tankers.