Participants at a roundtable titled 'The Impact of LPG as Clean Fuel on Health and Safety' organised by Omera LPG recently. Omera, the largest LPG operator in Bangladesh, reaffirms its commitment to providing environmentally friendly alternative energy solutions at a roundtable titled 'The Impact of LPG as Clean Fuel on Health and Safety' recently, says a press release.
The discussion, held at Omera's corporate headquarters on World Day for Health and Safety, aimed to uphold the International Labour Organisation's (ILO) mission to raise awareness and advocate for safer and healthier workplaces worldwide.
With the theme "Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate," the discussion delved into the current growth of Bangladesh's LPG sector, addressed regulatory hurdles faced by operators, and explored the health and safety implications of LPG.
The roundtable was chaired by Nurul Amin, Chairman of the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC).
The panel of discussants included Dr MD. Helal Uddin, Member GAS, BERC; Mohammad Faruque Hossain, Chief Inspector, Department of Explosives; Md Kamal Uddin Bhuiyan, BFM, Deputy Director (Operations & Maintenance) Fire Service and Civil Defense Directorate; Major (Engr.) Shamsuddin Ahmed Chowdhury (Retd), Member (Development), RAJUK; Liakat Ali Bhuiyan, Sr. Vice-President, Real Estate & Housing Association of Bangladesh (REHAB); Imran Hassan, Secretary-General, Bangladesh Restaurant Owners Association; Jahir Khan, President, Chef's Federation of Bangladesh; HM Hakim Ali, President, Bangladesh International Hotel Association, and Muhammed Ahsanul Jabbar, Secretary General, LPG Operators Association of Bangladesh (LOAB).
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tanzeem Chowdhury of Omera Petroleum
Limited moderated the event.
The speakers discussed the impacts of LPG on the environment and health.
They said that in comparison to other fossil fuels, such as coal and oil, LPG emits significantly fewer pollutants, with CO2 emissions being 33 per cent less than coal and 12 per cent less than oil. Furthermore, LPG combustion does not produce smoke, making it a cleaner option for indoor and outdoor use. In terms of environmental conservation, just one tonne of LPG can save the equivalent of 47 full-grown trees, highlighting its role in mitigating deforestation.
Moreover, using LPG for heating and cooking reduces the exposure to harmful pollutants, contributing to better respiratory health compared to traditional wood-fired methods. Overall, the adoption of LPG offers a sustainable and healthier alternative for both the environment and individuals, the speakers pointed out.
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