The Effectiveness of Small-scale GTL Technologyin Remote Small Fields of Russia

Abstract: In the Thesis, the problem of associated petroleum gas flaring both in Russia and in the world is revealed. The analysis of associated petroleum gas utilization methods in respect to the small remote oil fields is carried out. The Thesis shows the perspective of creating low and medium power autonomous installations for energy supply to the oil facilities in the remote areas with poorly developed energy infrastructure by processing associated petroleum gas in small-scale GTL technology unit. Taking into account specifics of small remote oil fields, GTL technology scheme was chosen among existing types and its material balance wascalculated. The schemes of both associated petroleum gas utilization and power production on site in the small remote fields were suggested and compared to each other from economical and environmental perspectives. Furthermore, the economic effect from themini-GTL technology introduction into the schemes was defined.