Natural Gas Processing and CCUS
Natural gas processing refers to the process in which natural gas extracted from the ground is treated to remove impurities to ensure that the gas reaches "sales" specification. This can include the extraction of CO2.
Industry History
[edit]Industry Structure and Size
[edit]Geographic Distribution
[edit]Key Segments and Products
[edit]Emissions Profile
[edit]Current Emissions
[edit]Historical Trends
[edit]Projected Emissions (Baseline)
[edit]CCUS Relevance and Drivers
[edit]Role of the Industry in Net Zero Pathways
[edit]CO₂ Sources and Capture Opportunities
[edit]Major Emission Sources and Process Steps
[edit]- Define raw wellgas
Typical Gas Characteristics
[edit]The types of natural gas treated vary significantly across basins, fields, formations, and even wells.
Table XXX outlines examples of known raw well gas CO2 concentrations from fields around the world
| Field | Country | Well Gas CO2 Concentration (mol%) | Capture Facility Present? | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapuni | New Zealand | 40 - 45% | Yes (CCU) | Source |
| Moomba | Australia | TBC | Yes | Source |
| Arthit | Thailand | TBC | No† | Example |
† - In development or in construction