natural gas industry Articles
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The impact of liberalisation on the corporate structure of the natural gas industry in North America: its relevance to possible futures for European natural gas
Drawing on extensive empirical research over the last decade, this paper analyses the changes in the corporate structure of the North American natural gas industry which have been stimulated by liberalisation, and considers whether they are likely to be imitated in the context of the increasing pace of European liberalisation as the European Natural Gas Directive comes into force. It finds that ...
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The world gas market in 2030 – development scenarios using the World Gas Model
We discuss potential developments of the world natural gas industry through 2030. We use the World Gas Model (WGM), a multi-period strategic representation of the global natural gas sector, between 2005 and 2030. We specify a 'base case' and then analyse the sensitivity of the world natural gas system with scenarios, including various supply scenarios (e.g., emergence of large volumes of ...
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Air Fuel Control System
Years ago, before exhaust emissions were a concern, the natural gas engines used mainly by the natural gas industry were designed to run with excess air. The air-fuel ratio controllers were mechanical devices that were not very accurate and sometimes not even used. These engines ran very well with 5% to 20% excess air. The air-fuel ratio would often vary with load and as long as the engines would ...
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Diversification of Russian gas export routes
The exportation of energy (i.e., gas) resources plays a vital role in the economic development in Russia. The major market for Russian gas exports is Western Europe, which has caused a considerable amount of concern amongst Russian officials. This paper presents different options for gas export routes for Russia and other CIS countries, taking into account market demand and supply, as well as ...
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Replacing Natural Gas for Industry Case Study
Summary: Aries Clean Energy’s patented downdraft gasification systems were first deployed for Boral Brick in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee to offset natural gas costs that were topping ...
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TBox helps Distrigas in Belgium to automate gas distribution metering - Case Study
For more than 75 years, Distrigas of Belgium has supplied natural gas to industries, resellers, and electricity producers. With its export base in Belgium, the company occupies a strategic position at the hub of Europe's gas networks. As the leading gas provider in Belgium, Distrigas supplies natural gas to public and major industrial consumers and also plays an active role in international ...
By Ovarro
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Interview: CNPC on China’s gas developments & environmental policies
In this interview, conducted at Gastech, we had the pleasure of interviewing Shan Weiguo, Head of Gas Market Research at CNPC. We discussed China’s recent gas developments and its policies on lower emissions, energy security and the future of the country’s energy industry. Gastech News: What is your strategic view of gas development in China? Shan Weiguo: I believe that gas plays a ...
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US EPA announces nationwide plans to study fracking impacts
Department’s state presence could influence future federal & state regulation As a follow-up from Enhesa’s June 2011 Flash coverage on recent U.S. concerns over hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”), Enhesa would like to share additional developments on this issue that heighten the probability of more stringent federal and state regulation. Ongoing concerns raised by ...
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ASHCOR Hires Industry Veteran Mike Diehl
ASHCOR’s newest sales manager, Mike Diehl, is an oil and gas veteran with over 30 years of experience in the oil and natural gas industry. Diehl is well-versed in technical sales and business management and his skillset and industry knowledge will help give ASHCOR customers a trustworthy and personalized sales experience. As Sales Manager, Diehl will oversee business development efforts for ...
By ASHCOR
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EPA Eyes Flare Operations
Control of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) in the natural gas and petrochemical industries is going to be more complex than ever in the wake of a recent EPA settlement with a major oil company focused on flare operations. The implications of the this settlement and the VOC emissions study are sure to be far-reaching, likely reducing the use of flares as control devices and increasing the cost of ...
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The Main Application of Coal Briquette Press Machine
The quality of coal directly influences the ratio of briquetting of the coal briquette press machine. Coal is a complicated mixture composed of different high-molecular compounds, which is mainly condensation aromatic nucleus, as well as non-aromatic carbon parts and minerals. Then what is the main application of coal briquette press machine? 1. Waste residue: used as fuel in boiler, as raw ...
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New York governor pauses `fracking`
New York Gov. David Paterson has signed an executive order halting the controversial natural gas drilling process called hydraulic fracturing until July 1. The process --- also known as "fracking" -- has come under scrutiny because of its alleged harmful effects on underground drinking water and the environment -- although industry leaders have insisted it's safe. The governor's order -- which ...
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Natural Gas Compressor
Reciprocating engines come in all sizes, from a tiny, 10cc piston engine that powers a model airplane, to the massive Wartsila RTA 96-C, with each of its 14 cylinders displacing 1,820,000 cc. While our borescopes won’t be much help on the model airplane engine, if you work on any medium or large size reciprocating engine, the chances are good that we have a video borescope that can make ...
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Crypto`s quest for power - bridging the crypto-mining and natural gas sectors
The last few months have changed a great many things in a great many ways. Industries of all kinds have been struggling in ways that they could not have foreseen, but one sector that seems to continue to thrive is crypto-mining and the crypto asset market. The challenge is that as crypto [or digital assets] rise in prominence and value, its appetite for power grows. If only there was a potential ...
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Industrial Maintenance for Compressor Stations
Transporting natural gas via pipelines is very safe and cost-efficient. However, in order for the transportation process to work properly it is imperative that the natural gas be kept at the correct pressure. To accomplish this compressor stations are needed at regular intervals. Let’s take a look at some key components of compressor stations as well as industrial maintenance needs. The ...
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Integrated appraisal of renewable energy strategies: a CGE analysis
The preparation, implementation, coordination and verification of policy measures is a complex and difficult process. This paper presents the first results of an empirical ex-ante analysis which evaluates the effects of renewable energy policies on the Polish bioenergy sector applying an Applied General Equilibrium model. The empirical results suggest that the Polish bioenergy sector benefits ...
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Will natural gas dim solar’s shine?
As natural gas booms, renewable energy proponents ponder whether it will serve as a bridge or roadblock to photovoltaic power On the outskirts of downtown St. Paul, Minn., Xcel Energy’s High Bridge Generating Station offers an iconic view of the current state of electrical generation in the United States. Opened in 2008 as a replacement for an aging coal plant, the 534-megawatt natural gas ...
By Ensia
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Evaluating gas-flaring-related carbon emission performance in the Nigerian upstream sector: a comparison of duo methods
This paper uses DEA-based and non-DEA-based environmental performance measurement methods to develop and evaluate gas-flaring-related carbon emission performance indexes for dominant companies in the Nigerian upstream sector. The study relies on empirical data collected from the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation’s Annual Statistical Bulletins. Indexes developed from the two methods are ...
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Study: 100% Renewable Electricity System is the Cheapest Option for South America
Transitioning to a fully renewable electricity system is possible for South America by 2030. A study by Lappeenranta University of Technology (LUT) and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd. also shows that a 100 percent renewable system (100% RE) is the cheapest electricity production option and can be achieved with very little energy storage. "South America has a unique renewable energy ...
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Investment decisions for baseload power plants
Executive Summary This six-volume report is designed to provide a detailed understanding of the key drivers and processes that affect private entities in the United States (U.S.) as they consider investing in baseload generation capacity. The report was prepared by ICF International at the request of the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). Volume I of this report identifies the key ...
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