Utilization of Flare Gas for Energy Generation as a Sustainable Approach in the global Oil and Gas Sector

• Author(s): Ezekiel Ezekiel Smart ; Godwin Ekunke Odor ; Ikechukwu Bismark Owunna ; Abdullahi Banjaba Lawan; Kabiru Otaru ; Shola Abayomi Ogunkanmi; Yusuf Owolabi
• Paper ID: 1707442
• Page: 653-669
• Published Date: 17-03-2025
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 8 Issue 9 March-2025

Abstract

The global oil and gas sector is facing growing pressure to minimize environmental footprint and optimize resource efficiency. Gas flaring, a century old issue in oil and gas production, is a cause of colossal energy wastage and contributes to the greenhouse gas burden. This review covers the use of flare gas for power generation as a viable alternative to conventional flaring. The study is founded upon historical context analysis, environmental impact, and economic cost of gas flaring in consideration of technological innovation in flare gas recovery, including gas-to-power conversion, gas-to-liquid (GTL) fuel production, and compressed or liquefied natural gas (CNG/LNG) applications. Comparative global case study analysis of the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia determines best practice and its advantages to emission reduction, energy security, and economic development. Evidence has proven that flaring can be minimized by as much as 840 tons a day in some instances and provide strong economic returns with projects achieving over $10 billion of revenue impact. Flare gas recovery technology is faced with, technical complexity, huge capital investment, and policy uncertainty. This study calls for policy interventions, economic incentives, and strategic investment to reinforce flare gas recovery projects. By incorporating flare gas utilization into conventional energy planning, oil and gas firms can enhance sustainability, operational efficiency, and the achievement of global climate goals.

Keywords

Flare Gas Utilization; Gas-to-Power Conversion; CO? Emissions Reduction; Gas-to-Liquid Technology; Sustainable Energy.

Citations

IRE Journals:
Ezekiel Ezekiel Smart , Godwin Ekunke Odor , Ikechukwu Bismark Owunna , Abdullahi Banjaba Lawan; Kabiru Otaru , Shola Abayomi Ogunkanmi; Yusuf Owolabi "Utilization of Flare Gas for Energy Generation as a Sustainable Approach in the global Oil and Gas Sector" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 9 2025 Page 653-669

IEEE:
Ezekiel Ezekiel Smart , Godwin Ekunke Odor , Ikechukwu Bismark Owunna , Abdullahi Banjaba Lawan; Kabiru Otaru , Shola Abayomi Ogunkanmi; Yusuf Owolabi "Utilization of Flare Gas for Energy Generation as a Sustainable Approach in the global Oil and Gas Sector" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(9)