Africa Gas Transport Company Limited (AfricaGTC), a Nigerian subsidiary of Dutch clean-energy company Energy Ventures B.V, is set to deploy technology to capture and convert Nigeria's routinely flared gas into liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and electricity. The initiative, developed under the FlareOut project, aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve access to clean energy in underserved communities. This project is expected to turn otherwise wasted associated gas into useful energy.
AfricaGTC plans to commence a pilot at its Agbada-2 site near Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where the FlareOut technology will capture and process associated gas that would otherwise be flared. A team from Energy Ventures is expected in Nigeria to inspect the site and engage executives of the Port Harcourt Distribution Company Limited (PHED) and officials of the Federal Ministry of Power in Abuja. This visit focuses on developing partnerships required to demonstrate the commercial and environmental value of converting flared gas into useful energy.
According to AfricaGTC Director Herbert Okibe, the visit aims to build partnerships needed to demonstrate how gas that is routinely flared can be converted into clean energy, economic value, and tangible benefits for Nigerian communities. The engagement also seeks to draw the attention of energy stakeholders, regulators, and investors to the investment potential of the FlareOut technology. This technology has the potential to generate carbon-credit revenues, which could strengthen the commercial viability of FlareOut projects.
The modular FlareOut system is housed in a standard shipping container and is designed to capture and process gas from small-scale flaring sites. The processed gas can be converted into LPG for cooking and electricity for local communities, providing an alternative clean energy source while reducing the environmental impact of gas flaring. This project has the potential to improve energy access, particularly in communities located close to oil and gas production facilities.
AfricaGTC is registered with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) to develop the FlareOut pilot project in Nigeria. The broader objective is to demonstrate a scalable model for turning gas currently lost through flaring into energy, economic value, and improved energy access. This project aligns with efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote clean energy in Nigeria.
The FlareOut project has the potential to generate significant economic benefits, including creating new revenue streams for oil and gas operators and providing additional incentives for adopting the technology. The project also aims to improve the livelihoods of communities located near oil and gas production facilities by providing access to clean energy and promoting economic development.
The partnership between AfricaGTC and Energy Ventures B.V marks a significant step towards reducing gas flaring in Nigeria and promoting clean energy. The successful deployment of the FlareOut technology could serve as a model for other countries to adopt similar solutions, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable energy development.
Key points
- AfricaGTC and Energy Ventures B.V partner to deploy FlareOut technology in Nigeria.
- The project aims to convert flared gas into LPG and electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- The initiative has the potential to generate carbon-credit revenues and promote clean energy in Nigeria.
