Proposed Chemical Plants Lift Demand For Industrial Natural Gas
Oct. 7, 2014
New methanol and ammonia-based fertilizer plants are expected to boos the demand for natural gas by four percent in 2015, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
[sidebar id =1]New methanol and ammonia-based fertilizer plants are expected to boost the demand for natural gas by four percent in 2015, according to a report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). These facilities are among the most natural gas-intensive end users, says the EIA. Low gas prices and proximity to shale development have spurred the proposed expansion.
Several methanol and fertilizer plants are planned to begin operation in Texas and Louisiana later this year. Outside of the Gulf Coast, future plants are proposed for Iowa, North Dakota and the Pacific Northwest. Northwest Innovation Works, a Chinese company, is planning two methanol plants in Washington and Oregon with the expectation of exporting product produced there to Asian markets.
Many facilities handle dangerous processes and products on a daily basis. Keeping everything under control demands well-trained people working with the best equipment.
Enhance the training experience and increase retention by training hands-on in Emerson's Interactive Plant Environment. Build skills here so you have them where and when it matters...
See how Rosemount™ 625IR Fixed Gas Detector helps keep workers safe with ultra-fast response times to detect hydrocarbon gases before they can create dangerous situations.
