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A monthly show discussing the technologies that power the oilfield with electricity. Industry experts discuss topics ranging from microgrids to e-frac.
The Challenges of Electrifying the Oilfield: Engineering and Policy Perspectives
Oilfield Electrification Technologies
48 minutes 26 seconds
2 years ago
The Challenges of Electrifying the Oilfield: Engineering and Policy Perspectives
In this episode, hosts Shane and Jim talk with Simon Palacio, an engineer and construction specialist at Burns & McDonnell, about the challenges of planning and constructing infrastructure for oilfield electrification. They discuss the increasing demand for electricity in the oil and gas industry, creating a need for more reliable and dispatchable generation sources. Simon explains the concept of rotational inertia and its importance for frequency stability on the grid, highlighting the limitations of renewable energy sources like solar panels for handling transient loads. They also discuss the impact of policy and regulations on the industry, including the EPA's rules and procedures that reduce reliable energy sources by up to 10-20%. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the complex engineering and policy issues shaping the future of oilfield electrification.
Oilfield Electrification Technologies
A monthly show discussing the technologies that power the oilfield with electricity. Industry experts discuss topics ranging from microgrids to e-frac.
