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2020 | Book

Overview of the Transition to a Low Carbon Energy System Read chapter Read first chapter

The Future of Gas Networks

The Role of Gas Networks in a Low Carbon Energy System

Authors: Dr. Meysam Qadrdan, Muditha Abeysekera, Prof. Jianzhong Wu, Prof. Nick Jenkins, Bethan Winter

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

Book Series : SpringerBriefs in Energy

Part of: Springer Professional "Wirtschaft+Technik" , Springer Professional "Technik"

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This book investigates the role of gas networks in future low-carbon energy systems, and discusses various decarbonisation pathways, providing insights for gas network operators, developers, and policy makers. As more countries around the world move towards low-carbon energy systems and increase their exploitation of renewable energy sources, the use of natural gas and the associated infrastructure is expected to undergo a substantial transformation. As such there is a great uncertainty regarding the future role of gas networks and how they will be operated in coming years.

The topics addressed include:

Fundamentals of gas network operation

The impact of variable renewable electricity generation on the operation and expansion of gas networks

The impact of decarbonising heat supplies on gas networks

Opportunities and challenges of utilising gas networks to transport alternative low-carbon gases such as bio-methane and hydrogen

Table of Contents

Frontmatter
Chapter 1. Overview of the Transition to a Low Carbon Energy System
Abstract
European countries intend to reduce their emissions of Greenhouse Gases (GHG) up to 100% by 2050 compared to 1990 levels [1] and many other countries around the world have similar ambitions. Achieving these targets requires a substantial transformation of the energy systems in those countries that are reliant on fossil fuels to meet their energy needs. In particular, a reduction of the emissions from generating electricity and providing heat is expected to play a vital role in decarbonising energy systems worldwide.
Meysam Qadrdan, Muditha Abeysekera, Jianzhong Wu, Nick Jenkins, Bethan Winter
Chapter 2. Fundamentals of Natural Gas Networks
Abstract
Natural gas is a fossil fuel that was formed over millions of years from decomposing organic matter, which was subject to intense heat and pressure as successive layers of sand and rock were laid down. It is a mixture of hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon gases and is usually found in porous material underneath an impervious rock layer that prevents the gas from reaching the surface and escaping into the atmosphere. Conventional natural gas deposits are commonly found in association with oil reservoirs, with the gas either mixed with the oil (associated gas) or floating on top of it (non-associated gas).
Meysam Qadrdan, Muditha Abeysekera, Jianzhong Wu, Nick Jenkins, Bethan Winter
Chapter 3. The Operation of Gas Networks in the Presence of a Large Capacity of Wind Generation
Abstract
The growing use of renewable energy for generating electricity in those countries that have relied on gas-fired power stations to meet the bulk of their electricity demand is affecting gas consumption. In this Chapter, the impacts of a substantial capacity of wind generation on gas demand and consequently on the operation of gas networks are discussed.
Meysam Qadrdan, Muditha Abeysekera, Jianzhong Wu, Nick Jenkins, Bethan Winter
Chapter 4. Impacts of Heat Decarbonisation on Gas Networks
Abstract
The decarbonisation of heat is a key reason for the future decrease of the consumption of gas in European countries. In this chapter, Great Britain is used as an example to demonstrate how decarbonisation of a gas dominated heat sector could affect the demand for natural gas. Partial electrification of heat through large scale use of heat pumps is a widely discussed decarbonisation option in GB. Therefore, in this chapter the focus is on heat pump technologies and understanding how their large scale roll out could affect the operation of gas networks.
Meysam Qadrdan, Muditha Abeysekera, Jianzhong Wu, Nick Jenkins, Bethan Winter
Chapter 5. The Future of Gas Networks
Abstract
The global drive towards a low carbon and sustainable energy supply system has led to an increase in research and development of low carbon alternatives to fossil based natural gas in the gas grids.
Meysam Qadrdan, Muditha Abeysekera, Jianzhong Wu, Nick Jenkins, Bethan Winter
Backmatter
Metadata
Title
The Future of Gas Networks
Authors
Dr. Meysam Qadrdan
Muditha Abeysekera
Prof. Jianzhong Wu
Prof. Nick Jenkins
Bethan Winter
Copyright Year
2020
Electronic ISBN
978-3-319-66784-3
Print ISBN
978-3-319-66783-6
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-66784-3