This article explores how electrifying upstream oil and gas production with renewable energy sources can significantly reduce emissions and contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
Converting upstream oil and gas production facilities to run on electricity powered by renewables or natural gas that would otherwise be flared could cut more than 80% of associated emissions, according to new research from Rystad Energy . Fully electrified rigs and other assets on the Norwegian Continental Shelf emit 1.2 kilograms of carbon dioxide per barrel of oil equivalent kg of CO2 per boe produced, an 86% drop from the 8.
Where it’s possible and economically viable, electrification has great potential to lower the industry's emissions while maintaining production output. says Palzor Shenga, vice president of upstream research with Rystad Energy. Palzor Shenga, Vice President, Upstream Research This calculation only includes upstream extraction emissions. It assumes that 222 GtCO2 emitted leads to 0.1°C warming, ref IPCC AR6 SPM D.1.1 'best estimate for TCRE is 0.45 degree per 1000 Gt CO2'.
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