Minimize Fugitive Emissions
Many upstream oil and gas sites are located in very remote areas. The control requirements at the well head and early separation sites are relatively simple, but they do require a source of pneumatic or electric energy to operate valves and other instruments. Since compressed air or power are often not available, many companies utilize pressurized natural gas to operate their pneumatic instruments and control valves. This solution works well but creates a problem.
Pneumatic instruments are designed to bleed air constantly, and they vent still more air as they operate the valves. When natural gas is used, it is continuously emitted in considerable quantities. When combined with the fugitive methane emissions associated with valve and pump seal leaks, the total amount of methane released at a remote well site can be significant.
Choosing Fisher products can help you mitigate fugitive emissions.
Emerson Solutions to Mitigate Fugitive Emissions
Why It Matters
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a major goal of every energy and chemical company. Of particular global interest is the reduction of methane because it is 25-30 times more damaging to the environment than carbon dioxide. There is a way to satisfy environmental laws, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and save money in the process.
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