Sustainability and environmental impact in the LNG value chain: Current trends and future opportunities
1 Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Hull, United Kingdom.
2 Environmental Health and safety, Marshall University Huntington West Virginia. USA.
3 Independent Telecommunications Engineer and Data Analyst, United Kingdom.
4 University of South Wales, United Kingdom.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 22(02), 581–601
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.22.2.1399
Publication history:
Received on 27 March 2024; revised on 08 May 2024; accepted on 10 May 2024
Abstract:
The liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry plays a crucial role in the global energy landscape, offering a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels. However, the LNG value chain presents environmental challenges that must be addressed to ensure long-term sustainability. This paper examines current trends and future opportunities for enhancing sustainability and reducing environmental impact across the LNG value chain. The LNG value chain comprises several stages, including natural gas extraction, liquefaction, transportation, regasification, and distribution. Each stage presents unique sustainability challenges, such as methane emissions during extraction and transportation, energy-intensive liquefaction processes, and the carbon footprint of regasification and distribution. Current trends in the LNG industry focus on mitigating these challenges through various strategies. These include the adoption of advanced technologies for methane detection and reduction, the use of renewable energy sources for liquefaction, and the implementation of efficient regasification and distribution practices. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on stakeholder engagement, transparency, and reporting to enhance sustainability performance across the value chain. Future opportunities for improving sustainability in the LNG value chain lie in the continued development and deployment of innovative technologies. These include carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies to reduce emissions, the use of renewable natural gas (RNG) as a feedstock, and the integration of LNG with renewable energy sources to create hybrid energy systems. Addressing sustainability and environmental impact in the LNG value chain requires collaboration among industry stakeholders, governments, and regulatory bodies. By implementing best practices, embracing innovation, and prioritizing sustainability, the LNG industry can continue to play a vital role in the transition to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
Keywords:
Sustainability; Environmental Impact; LNG Value Chain; Current Trends; Future Opportunities
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