The oil and gas industry is constantly innovating, and the capture of flares is no exception. As the industry moves towards greater efficiency and sustainability, new techniques have been developed to reduce emissions and increase the efficiency of the production process.
In this article, we will discuss the latest innovations in capturing flares, the companies leading the way in this technology, and how these advances are helping the industry reduce its carbon footprint.
Background
Flares are an integral part of the oil and gas industry, used to burn off excess gas and other combustible materials that are produced during the production process. Flaring has long been a contentious issue due to the potential for air pollution, and the industry is now under increased pressure to reduce its emissions. As the industry moves towards greater sustainability, the capture of flares has become an increasingly important issue.
Capturing Flares
In recent years, several companies have developed technologies for capturing flares and reducing their environmental impact. The most common approach is to use a flare gas recovery system (FGR), which collects the gas before it is burned off and redirects it to a storage site or other beneficial use.
FGR systems are designed to capture up to 95% of the gas that is flared, reducing emissions and providing a potential source of revenue for oil and gas companies.
In addition to FGR systems, some companies are developing other innovative technologies for capturing flares. For example, FlexEnergy has developed an energy recovery system that captures wasted energy from the flaring process and converts it into electricity.
The company claims that its system can reduce emissions by up to 40%, while providing a source of renewable energy for the oil and gas industry.
Another company, Air Products, has developed a system that uses cryogenics to capture the flare gases. The cryogenic process captures and stores the gases in a liquid form, allowing them to be transported and stored safely.
The process is designed to capture up to 99% of the flare gas, providing a more efficient and sustainable way of managing emissions.
Conclusion
The oil and gas industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its emissions, and new technologies are being developed to help meet this goal.
Companies such as FlexEnergy, Air Products, and others are leading the way in developing innovative solutions for capturing flares and reducing their environmental impact. By utilizing these technologies, the industry is able to reduce emissions and increase its sustainability.
The advances in flare capture technology are a positive step forward for the industry, and with continued innovation, it is likely that the industry will continue to reduce its environmental impact.
References
1. FlexEnergy. (2020). “FlexEnergy Waste Heat Recovery System.” Retrieved from https://flexenergy.com/products/
2. Air Products. (2020). “Cryogenic Flare Gas Recovery.” Retrieved from https://www.airproducts.com/IndustrialGases/US/EN/ProcessGasSolutions/FlareGasRecovery.aspx
3. International Energy Agency. (2018). “Flaring in the Oil and Gas Industry.” Retrieved from https://www.iea.org/publications/flaring-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry/
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