1) Feedstock: The type and quality of the feedstock used will affect the efficiency and productivity of the facility. It must be considered whether the feedstock can be sourced consistently and at a reasonable cost.
2) Process Efficiency: The design needs to maximize the efficiency of the conversion process to ensure high levels of conversion and output.
3) Environmental Impact: Avoiding pollutants, minimizing waste, and mitigating pollution risks by utilizing advanced air and water treatment processes.
4) Safety: Ensuring stringent safety measures are in place to minimize risks and hazards such as gas leaks, and minimizing the use of hazardous chemicals.
5) Equipment and Technology: The design must include state-of-the-art equipment and technology to guarantee reliable and efficient operation, and minimize maintenance and operational costs.
6) Resource utilization: Utilizing energy and resources effectively through identifying opportunities for heat or energy recovery and waste minimization.
7) Output Quality: Quality of the output must meet industry-specific and regulatory requirements.
8) Cost: Building a facility of such complexity will entail substantial capital investment, meaning that cost considerations must take centre stage for the efficient running of the facility.
9) Process Control: advanced computer controls to optimize the operation and tracking of the chemical process.
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