Conversion of Alaskan natural gas to liquid methanol for shipment by pipeline or tanker appears to be feasible. Technical capability already exists, although major engineering difficulties will be caused by the Arctic climate. Methanol supply to the lower 48 states, increased by seven times, will be absorbed by expanding chemical and automotive industries and the electric utilities. At current prices, methanol with an estimated value of $2.60 per trillion Btu will be delivered at a price of $3.60, but the differential will not preclude economic feasibility. Recommendations are made for further study of production plants and transportation alternatives. (ERA citation 01:010868)
Alaskan Methanol Concept: A Pre-Feasibility Study
1975
232 pages
Report
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English
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