Decarbonizing the Petroleum Industry : Current Status, Ongoing Activities, and Future Prospects / edited by Sunil Kumar, Achinta Bera.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Kumar, Sunil, editor.

Bera, Achinta, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Carbon dioxide mitigation.

Petroleum industry and trade--Environmental aspects.

Petroleum industry and trade.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (689 pages)

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam, Netherlands : Elsevier, 2026

Summary:

Decarbonizing the Petroleum Industry: Current Status, Ongoing Activities, and Future Prospects aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with transforming the petroleum industry into a more sustainable and environmentally friendly sector.

Contents:

Front Cover

DECARBONIZING THE PETROLEUM INDUSTRY

DECARBONIZING THE PETROLEUM INDUSTRY: CURRENT STATUS, ONGOING ACTIVITIES, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

Copyright

Dedication

Contents

Contributors

About the editors

Preface

Acknowledgments

1 - Decarbonizing the petroleum industry: An introduction

1.1 Petroleum and the petroleum industry

1.1.1 Geological origins and formation of hydrocarbon reservoirs

1.1.2 Exploration and extraction processes of petroleum resources

1.1.3 Petroleum refining

1.1.4 Petroleum storage and transportation

1.1.5 Applications and end-users of petroleum products

1.1.6 Environmental impacts and challenges of the petroleum industry

1.1.7 Oil spills and ecological repercussions

1.1.8 Environmental and societal challenges for decarbonization

1.1.9 Innovation and collaboration for decarbonization

1.2 Global petroleum reserves and energy mix

1.2.1 Current and future patterns of global reserves and consumption

1.2.2 Socio-economic impact of petroleum usage

1.2.3 Geopolitical dynamics

1.2.4 Forecast data and evaluation of the future role of oil and gas in the energy mix

1.2.5 Role of petroleum in future energy mix

1.2.6 Strategic considerations for oil and gas companies

1.2.7 Policy and regulatory landscape

1.3 Environmental impacts and challenges of the petroleum industry

1.4 Decarbonization: A call for change in the petroleum industry

1.4.1 Understanding the global push for sustainable practices and climate action

1.4.2 Rising public and regulatory pressure

1.4.3 Financial markets and ESG criteria

1.4.4 The urgency to transition the petroleum industry to a low-carbon future

1.4.5 Emissions from the petroleum industry

1.4.6 Stranded assets and financial risks

1.4.7 Technological advancements and opportunities.

1.5 Policy frameworks and international agreements

1.5.1 Status of different countries in addressing decarbonization challenges

1.5.1.1 Developed nations

1.5.1.2 Developing nations

1.5.1.3 Underdeveloped nations

1.5.2 Global efforts by oil and gas associations

1.5.2.1 International Association of Oil &amp

Gas Producers (IOGP)

1.5.2.2 Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI)

1.5.2.3 American Petroleum Institute (API)

1.6 Emerging innovations in the petroleum industry

1.7 Book scope and conclusion

AI disclosure

Acknowledgment

References

Further reading

2 - The petroleum industry and climate change

2.1 Introduction

2.1.1 Historical trends in energy consumption

2.1.2 Challenges of rising energy demand

2.1.3 Global oil and liquefied natural gas demand trends: Regional insights

2.2 Petroleum industry

2.2.1 Ancient origins and early uses

2.2.2 Journey of petroleum industry

2.2.3 Key components of the petroleum industry

2.2.4 Challenges and sustainability

2.2.5 Energy consumption

2.2.5.1 Global primary energy consumption

2.2.5.2 Long-term energy outlooks

2.2.5.3 Renewable energy trends

2.2.5.4 Continued reliance on fossil fuels

2.2.5.5 Carbon emissions

2.3 Greenhouse gases and their emissions in the petroleum industry

2.3.1 Sources of GHG emissions in the petroleum industry

2.3.2 Mitigation strategies for GHG emissions

2.3.3 Challenges in reducing GHG emissions

2.3.4 Climate impact

2.4 Link between fossil fuel combustion and climate change

2.4.1 Linking CO2 concentrations to global warming

2.4.2 Gradual transition amid challenges

2.5 Role of oil and gas industry in energy transition: Challenges, opportunities, and way forward

2.5.1 Balancing climate goals with energy security

2.5.2 Growing demand for energy and the role of oil and gas.

2.5.3 How the oil and gas industry can contribute to the transition

2.5.3.1 Short-term actions: Reducing operational emissions

2.5.3.2 Long-term opportunities: Developing decarbonization technologies

2.5.4 Leveraging industry strengths

2.6 Decarbonization in the oil and gas industry: An in-depth overview

2.6.1 Decarbonization strategies in the oil and gas sector

2.6.2 Challenges in implementing decarbonization

2.6.3 Current global trends and policies

2.6.4 Case studies and success stories

2.7 Role of gas hydrates in carbon sequestration and future potential

2.7.1 Challenges and considerations

2.7.2 Future potential and applications

2.8 Conference of the Parties: Advancing toward global climate action

2.9 Conclusion

3 - Decarbonization technologies and strategies

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Carbon capture, utilization, and storage techniques

3.2.1 Carbon capture methods

3.2.1.1 Postcombustion capture in petroleum refineries

3.2.1.1.1 Solvent-based absorption methods

3.2.1.1.2 Adsorption-physical separation

3.2.1.1.3 Membrane separation

3.2.1.1.4 Chemical looping combustion and calcium looping process

3.2.1.1.4.1 Chemical looping combustion

3.2.1.1.4.2 Calcium looping process

3.2.1.1.5 Cryogenic method

3.2.1.2 Precombustion capture in upstream oil production

3.2.1.3 Oxy-fuel combustion for gas flaring reduction

3.2.2 Converting captured carbon into valuable products

3.2.2.1 Oxygenates

3.2.2.1.1 Methanol

3.2.2.1.2 Dimethyl ether

3.2.2.1.3 Formic acid

3.2.3 Hydrocarbons

3.2.4 Enhanced oil recovery

3.2.5 Carbon storage methods

3.2.5.1 Depleted oil and gas fields

3.2.5.2 Saline aquifers

3.2.5.3 Coal seams

3.2.5.4 Other carbon storage methods

3.2.5.4.1 Mineral carbonation

3.2.5.4.2 Ocean storage.

3.2.5.4.3 Biological storage (carbon sequestration in vegetation and soils)

3.2.5.4.4 Carbon storage in hydrates (methane hydrates)

3.2.5.4.5 Deep earth storage (enhanced geothermal systems)

3.3 Electrification and renewable energy integration in petroleum industry operations

3.3.1 Decarbonizing oil and gas through electrification

3.3.1.1 Electric motors for operational efficiency

3.3.1.2 Electrification of energy generation

3.3.1.3 Energy storage systems

3.3.2 Quantitative impact of electrification on emissions

3.3.3 Electrification of upstream and downstream operations

3.3.4 Technological advancements in electrification

3.3.4.1 Advanced electric motor technologies

3.3.4.2 Electrified offshore drilling and production systems

3.3.4.3 Advanced grid connection and smart grids for remote operations

3.3.4.4 Hybrid systems for powering remote operations

3.3.4.5 Quantitative impact of electrification on emissions

3.3.5 Integrating renewable energy in petroleum industry

3.3.5.1 Solar photovoltaic innovations

3.3.5.2 Wind turbine advancements

3.3.5.3 Hybrid power systems

3.3.5.4 Energy storage technologies

3.3.6 Benefits of electrification and renewable energy integration

3.3.7 Key considerations for successful implementation

3.3.8 Case studies of electrification and renewable energy integration in petroleum industry

3.3.8.1 Equinor's Hywind project

3.3.8.2 Shell's offshore wind and carbon capture collaboration

3.3.8.3 BP's solar-powered oil platforms in Azerbaijan

3.3.8.4 ADNOC solar initiative

3.4 Alternatives to conventional petroleum products

3.4.1 Hydrogen

3.4.1.1 Hydrogen production methods

3.4.1.1.1 Steam methane reforming

3.4.1.1.2 Electrolysis

3.4.1.1.3 Photoelectrolysis

3.4.1.1.4 Thermolysis

3.4.1.1.5 Biological processes.

3.4.1.1.6 Hydrocarbon pyrolysis

3.4.1.2 Applicability of hydrogen in the petroleum industry

3.4.2 Biofuels

3.4.2.1 Bioethanol

3.4.2.2 Biodiesel

3.5 Challenges

3.6 Conclusion

4 - Technologies for reducing emissions in upstream operations

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Methods adopted and strategies implemented to decarbonize the upstream oil and gas operations

4.2.1 Innovations in exploration and production

4.2.1.1 Advanced drilling techniques and technologies

4.2.1.2 Sustainable reservoir management practices

4.2.1.3 Remote sensing and data analytics for emission reduction

4.2.2 Methane mitigation strategies and technologies

4.2.2.1 Methane detection and monitoring systems

4.2.2.2 Best practices for methane capture and utilization

4.2.2.3 Implementing flaring and venting reduction measures

4.2.2.4 Methane emission quantification

4.2.3 Carbon footprint reduction through enhanced efficiency

4.2.3.1 Optimizing energy consumption in upstream operations

4.2.3.2 Application of artificial intelligence and automation for efficiency gains

4.2.3.3 Reducing carbon intensity in extraction processes

4.2.3.4 Integrated carbon management in field operations

4.2.4 Cleaner extraction methods

4.2.4.1 Green completions and reduced emissions completions

4.2.4.2 Low-emission wellbore construction and design

4.2.4.3 Waterless and low-emission fracking techniques

4.2.4.4 Innovations in steam-assisted gravity drainage for oil sands

4.2.5 Sustainable practices in oil sands and shale gas extraction

4.2.5.1 Reclamation and land restoration strategies

4.2.5.2 Water management and recycling in oil sands production

4.2.5.3 Electromagnetic heating for enhancing oil recovery in oil sands

4.2.5.4 Reducing freshwater usage in shale gas extraction.

4.2.5.5 Mitigating environmental impacts of oil sands and shale gas projects.

Notes:

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ISBN:

0-443-31525-6

OCLC:

1543216230