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- It is shown that the flow of gas can produce vibration in the pipeline (i.e., pipe wall) that can be tapped as a source of energy. This vibration energy can be converted into electrical power (~ a few mW) for operating low power electronic devices.
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Jun 3, 2021 · In addition to transporting natural gas to power plants – making it possible to reduce coal-fired electricity generation – pipelines also reduce the number of trucks and trains moving fuel across the country and, in turn, cut greenhouse gas emissions.
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Oct 8, 2021 · Pipeline infrastructure is extremely important to help our country function. In fact, there are roughly 2.4 million miles of pipe in this vast transportation system. Last year alone, American’s consumed 34 percent of natural gas and 35 percent of oil as part of our total energy consumption.
This report is an exploration of the possibility of power generation in a natural gas pipeline due to the flow of the gas itself. It is shown that the flow of gas can produce vibration in the pipeline (i.e., pipe wall) that can be tapped as a source of energy. This vibration energy can be converted into electrical power(~ a few mW) for ...
- Defining Pipeline Capacity
- Adapting The Existing Pipeline System to Secure Capacity
- New Or Converted Plants
- Intraday Demand Fluctuations
- Regulatory Considerations
Generators seeking additional capacity via existing pipelines first need to define the level of gas transportation service and the points between which capacity is required. These criteria identify the limitations and ultimately the cost of the capacity. Not all pipeline capacity is created equal. Capacity on a given pipeline system is typically st...
As we pointed out above, relying on existing capacity that LDCs or other shippers release or on interruptible transportation can be an effective solution. For example, this approach can work if the generator is primarily consuming gas in the summer when heating demand is low and the actual usage of firm capacity held by others is minimal. However, ...
Converting a coal plant that did not have gas capability to burn gas or building a new gas fired plant at an existing coal fired site increases the gas transportation challenges. Generally speaking, power plants are sited with proximity to three main components: (1) the fuel source, (2) the wires to transmit the power, and (3) water. Ideally, all t...
Firm transportation service provided by the pipelines is on a 24-hour flow basis and is generally a “ratable” service, meaning steady hourly flow rates through the day with only minor variations allowed. LDCs typically use line pack (the ability of a pipeline to effectively "store" small quantities of gas on a short-term basis by increasing the ope...
Frequently, the challenges that arise in sourcing additional pipeline capacity for power generation come not from the availability of capacity but rather in contracting and cost recovery for the required transportation. Historically, some power generators have been unwilling or unable to make commitments for firm transportation of natural gas. Thos...
Jan 8, 2024 · Pipelines, often unseen but indispensable, serve as the backbone of our nation's infrastructure, driving essential tasks that sustain us both economically and physically. With an extensive network covering 2.4 million miles, pipelines play a pivotal role in meeting the rising demand for energy.
With power generation continuing to increase natural gas consumption, a growing commercial impetus for system expansion should be demand-serve, whereby large gas users seek pipeline service to meet the needs of gas fired generation, LNG exports and to access liquid supply locations.
A new NETL report and case study released today shows that additional natural gas pipeline capacity and baseload generation units—such as coal and nuclear generation—are critical to providing reliable and affordable electricity during extreme weather events.
