New ground flares that aim to reduce the noise and pollution when flaring takes place at INEOS' Kinneil Terminal could be in place by next year.
The petrochemical giant has submitted a planning application to Falkirk Council, seeking permission to replace the existing technology with new, enclosed ground flares (EGF) that it says will "improve reliability".
The application also suggests that these new flares will reduce noise and will be better at hiding flames and visible smoke, while also reducing combustion related emissions produced.
