Methanol: future fuel for electric utilities
Journal Article
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· Chem. Eng. News; (United States)
The chemical derivation of methanol from synthesis gas is emerging as a way for electric utilities to continue using existing oil- and gas-fired power plants and avoid the economic and environmental constraints of new construction. Methanol is a clean fuel that burns at a lower temperature than most petroleum-based fuels. Despite a successful test of methanol as a turbine fuel, however, its current high price and low production level are prohibitive unless new technology is developed. Studies by the Electric Power Research Institute on Texaco's coal gasifiers and Chem Systems' liquid-phase methanol processes for either a baseload plant or a flexible peaking plant are promising, but must both be adapted for utility use. 1 figure, 1 table. (DCK)
- Research Organization:
- Chemical and Engineering News, Chicago, IL
- OSTI ID:
- 6867047
- Journal Information:
- Chem. Eng. News; (United States), Journal Name: Chem. Eng. News; (United States); ISSN CENEA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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