Global Database for Naturally Occurring Radionuclides Associated with Offshore Oil and Gas Production

Ziran Wei, Songjie He, Stephanie Sharuga and Kanchan Maiti ()
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Ziran Wei: Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences, College of the Coast and Environment, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
Songjie He: Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences, College of the Coast and Environment, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
Stephanie Sharuga: Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, USA
Kanchan Maiti: Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences, College of the Coast and Environment, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA

Data, 2025, vol. 10, issue 7, 1-7

Abstract: This study compiles a comprehensive dataset on the occurrence, distribution, and potential impacts of Naturally Occurring Radionuclides (NORMs) near offshore oil and gas platforms. It encompasses data, including activities (Bq/l) and exposure levels (Msv), derived from various environmental matrices. A particular emphasis is placed on petroleum products and waste, such as produced water, scales, and sludges. The dataset contributes to a better understanding of the distribution of NORM wastes in marine environments, informs future radiological safety standards, contributes to the formulation of regulatory policies, and facilitates the design of mitigation strategies. The information—literature and data from five continents over the past 70 years—has been carefully compiled and organized to support intuitive analysis, making it a valuable tool for policymakers and researchers.

Keywords: TENORM; NORM wastes; Produced water; Offshore oil and gas (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: C8 C80 C81 C82 C83 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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