In the petroleum industry, gas flaring is a major and significant environmental issue in oil-producing countries like Nigeria, involving the burning of excess natural gas associated with oil extraction, leading to the release of greenhouse gases (GHGs) like carbon dioxide, methane and other pollutants into the atmosphere. This practice contributes to climate change, air pollution, and health problems for nearby communities. Despite efforts to reduce flaring, it remains prevalent due to infrastructure challenges, regulatory gaps, and economic interests. The paper highlights the environmental, health, and economic impacts of gas flaring, with emphasis on the need for effective policies, technological innovations, and international cooperation to mitigate its effects.
Gas flaring, oil extraction, greenhouse gases (GHGs), climate change, air pollutants, health problems, global warming, water and soil contamination, natural gas (associated gas), processing and transportation infrastructure, regulatory gaps, capture technologies.
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