Effectiveness assessment for waste management decision-support in the Arctic drilling

Abstract

The technological advances, new concepts and the ranges of possible waste management solutions in the Arctic drilling pose their own peculiar demands and affects the waste management decision making process. Thus, it is become imperative to evaluate the assessment methods for their effectiveness, to support strategic decision. The aim of this paper is to propose steps for evaluating the available assessment method for their effectiveness. The proposed steps can help to assess the assurance of the stringent drilling waste-discharge requirements in the region (such as zero hazardous discharge to the sea). By employing the proposed steps the suitable drilling waste management decision-support tool can be recommended.