The document discusses the European Technology Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons (ETP CUH). The ETP CUH aims to develop technologies to extract unconventional hydrocarbons like shale gas in a clean, sustainable way. It was established in 2013 and holds working groups to develop strategies. The goals include increasing EU energy security through indigenous resources, developing sustainable extraction technologies with low environmental impact, and strengthening international collaboration on clean technologies.
Dr. Per Christer Lund, Counsellor Science and Technology Norwegian Embassy in Tokyo, gave a briefing on CCS in Norway at the Global CCS Institute Japan study meeting in Tokyo on October 29, 2012
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This document summarizes Finland's efforts to promote liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a maritime fuel. It outlines Finland's national LNG action plan from 2013-2017, which provides financial incentives for LNG-fueled vessels and infrastructure. It also describes several LNG-fueled ships already in operation in Finland and port infrastructure under development. The document concludes that Finland is well-positioned to comply with EU directives on deploying alternative fuels like LNG for maritime transport.
Closing the loop on recycling of rare earth elementsJokin Hidalgo
REE4EU aims to realise a breakthrough in securing the availability of rare earth elements (REE) in Europe. This means providing, for the first time, a cost-effective and efficient REE extraction and direct rare earth alloys (REA) production route from abundantly available in-process and end-of-life REE waste streams. We hope to show that it is possible to maintain the whole value chain during permanent magnet production and electrodes for nickel metal hydride batteries using secondary raw materials, thus avoiding the dependency of importing expensive REE from China. The project might also open up market opportunities to stakeholders seeking sustainable REE recycling technologies.
The document summarizes financing opportunities for water sector projects between Romania and the Netherlands from 2014-2020. It outlines several national and European programs, including the National Rural Development Programme and Operational Programme for Large Infrastructure in Romania, as well as Horizon 2020, LIFE 2014-2020, and other EU programs. The programs provide funding for areas like sustainable water management, irrigation, climate change adaptation, water treatment infrastructure, and international cooperation on water innovation and management.
The AIJU Research Centre is a private non-profit organization located in Ibi, Spain that conducts research and technological development to boost regional industry. Their Energy Area focuses on fuel cells, batteries, electrolyzers, and renewable energy integration. Current projects include developing redox flow batteries for energy storage, utilizing biomass for hydrogen production without emissions, and fuel cell vehicles. Services to companies include test benches, prototypes, and analysis software.
PGMs Recovery using Secondary Raw Materials-Brochure-largeJokin Hidalgo
The Platirus project aims to help bridge the supply gap of platinum group metals (PGMs) in Europe by developing novel processes for recovering PGMs from waste like catalytic converters and electronics. PGMs are considered critical raw materials and Europe imports over 70% of its supply but demand is growing. The project will upscale a miniaturized PGM recovery process and select the best technologies to develop a blueprint for industrial implementation. Successful recycling of PGMs from waste can boost supply, reduce dependence on global markets, and further sustainability goals. The ultimate target is to help meet 40 tons per year of Europe's PGM demand gap estimated at over 1 billion euros annually.
Five techniques for reducing environmental impact in horticulture were showcased: (1) sodium removal from irrigation water using electrodialysis, (2) use of photocatalytic materials to reduce disease and break down plant protection products, (3) phosphorus removal using electrochemical precipitation, (4) particle removal from drain water using filtration without back washing, and (5) reducing nitrate content in soil using a KNS table for fertigation. A demonstration trial in 2017 of strawberry fertigation using a KNS table showed reduced nitrogen content in soil after harvest while maintaining crop growth, production and fruit quality.
Dr. Per Christer Lund, Counsellor Science and Technology Norwegian Embassy in Tokyo, gave a briefing on CCS in Norway at the Global CCS Institute Japan study meeting in Tokyo on October 29, 2012
Natural gas and bio methane as fuel for transport a. makinenEuropean Commission
This document summarizes Finland's efforts to promote liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a maritime fuel. It outlines Finland's national LNG action plan from 2013-2017, which provides financial incentives for LNG-fueled vessels and infrastructure. It also describes several LNG-fueled ships already in operation in Finland and port infrastructure under development. The document concludes that Finland is well-positioned to comply with EU directives on deploying alternative fuels like LNG for maritime transport.
Closing the loop on recycling of rare earth elementsJokin Hidalgo
REE4EU aims to realise a breakthrough in securing the availability of rare earth elements (REE) in Europe. This means providing, for the first time, a cost-effective and efficient REE extraction and direct rare earth alloys (REA) production route from abundantly available in-process and end-of-life REE waste streams. We hope to show that it is possible to maintain the whole value chain during permanent magnet production and electrodes for nickel metal hydride batteries using secondary raw materials, thus avoiding the dependency of importing expensive REE from China. The project might also open up market opportunities to stakeholders seeking sustainable REE recycling technologies.
The document summarizes financing opportunities for water sector projects between Romania and the Netherlands from 2014-2020. It outlines several national and European programs, including the National Rural Development Programme and Operational Programme for Large Infrastructure in Romania, as well as Horizon 2020, LIFE 2014-2020, and other EU programs. The programs provide funding for areas like sustainable water management, irrigation, climate change adaptation, water treatment infrastructure, and international cooperation on water innovation and management.
The AIJU Research Centre is a private non-profit organization located in Ibi, Spain that conducts research and technological development to boost regional industry. Their Energy Area focuses on fuel cells, batteries, electrolyzers, and renewable energy integration. Current projects include developing redox flow batteries for energy storage, utilizing biomass for hydrogen production without emissions, and fuel cell vehicles. Services to companies include test benches, prototypes, and analysis software.
PGMs Recovery using Secondary Raw Materials-Brochure-largeJokin Hidalgo
The Platirus project aims to help bridge the supply gap of platinum group metals (PGMs) in Europe by developing novel processes for recovering PGMs from waste like catalytic converters and electronics. PGMs are considered critical raw materials and Europe imports over 70% of its supply but demand is growing. The project will upscale a miniaturized PGM recovery process and select the best technologies to develop a blueprint for industrial implementation. Successful recycling of PGMs from waste can boost supply, reduce dependence on global markets, and further sustainability goals. The ultimate target is to help meet 40 tons per year of Europe's PGM demand gap estimated at over 1 billion euros annually.
Five techniques for reducing environmental impact in horticulture were showcased: (1) sodium removal from irrigation water using electrodialysis, (2) use of photocatalytic materials to reduce disease and break down plant protection products, (3) phosphorus removal using electrochemical precipitation, (4) particle removal from drain water using filtration without back washing, and (5) reducing nitrate content in soil using a KNS table for fertigation. A demonstration trial in 2017 of strawberry fertigation using a KNS table showed reduced nitrogen content in soil after harvest while maintaining crop growth, production and fruit quality.
The document provides an update on the CoLaBATS project, which aims to develop an innovative chemical process for recycling lithium-ion and nickel-metal hydride batteries. The 11-stage chemical design was completed in December 2014 using Deep Eutectic Solvents and Ionic Liquids. Work will now focus on designing and constructing two pilot plants in the UK and Spain to test the process at a larger scale. The project aims to recover valuable materials like cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements to contribute to a more circular economy in the EU.
Presented by Ruth Pérez (FNCA Spain) at FERTINNOWA's 2nd International workshop "Meeting growers’ needs: Exchanging Technologies on Irrigation and Fertigation".
Description: Future challenges relating to greater pressure on environment, natural resources, and climate change imply that a “business as usual” model in agriculture is not a viable option. The normative answer is not being effective enough. We are already in the sixth four-year-period of application of the Directive on nitrates and the progress cannot be considered successful.
Minerals Intelligence Network for Europe - Minerals4EUMinerals4EU
These slides, presented by Minerals4EU Scientific Coordinator Nikolaos Arvanitidis at the Minerals4EU Final Conference, gives an overview of the project and its achievements.
CCS Research in the Netherlands - presentation by Jan Brouwer in the International CCS session at the UKCCSRC Cardiff Biannual Meeting, 10-11 September 2014
The UK Carbon Capture and Storage Research Centre (UKCCSRC) leads research on carbon capture and storage (CCS) in the UK. It brings together over 250 academics and 220 early career researchers. Initial funding of £10 million was provided by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, with an additional £3 million from the Department of Energy and Climate Change. The UKCCSRC operates several pilot facilities for CCS research. Its work supports the UK's efforts to deploy CCS technology and meet its climate change goals.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day technical seminar hosted by the Sub-project 2 of the EERA Shale Gas Joint Programme in Gdansk, Poland. Day one will include introductions and discussions on reservoir characterization, drilling horizontal wells, and international experiences. Day two will cover fracturing and monitoring, modeling of hydraulic fracturing and proppant transport, and innovative stimulation technologies. The objectives are to discuss the latest research in these areas between members of the EERA program and industry.
This document provides a summary of innovative stimulation technologies for shale gas recovery. It discusses various fracturing methods including hydraulic, pneumatic, dynamic loading, and other methods. Specific technologies are described in more detail, including liquid carbon dioxide fracturing, LPG fracturing, energized fluids, HiWAY flow channel fracturing, various perforating technologies like FracGun, StimGun, GasGun, and a proposed Multistage Perforator. The advantages and disadvantages of different methods are presented. The goal is to review these technologies to inspire discussion between industry and academia around developing environmentally friendly and economically viable solutions for Polish shales.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day technical seminar hosted by the Sub-project 2 of the EERA Shale Gas Joint Programme in Gdańsk, Poland on October 8-9, 2014. Day one will include discussions on reservoir characterization, horizontal drilling techniques, and international experiences in shale gas. Day two will cover topics such as fracturing optimization, proppant transport, innovative stimulation technologies, and conclusions. The objectives are to share knowledge on safe and efficient exploitation of shale gas resources between researchers, industry representatives, and other stakeholders.
The document discusses the European Technology Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons (ETP CUH). The ETP CUH aims to develop technologies to extract unconventional hydrocarbons like shale gas in a clean, sustainable way. It was established in 2013 and is led by a Working Group comprising experts from countries like Poland, Hungary, Lithuania, and Belgium. The ETP CUH has five research groups and seeks to develop technologies that minimize environmental impact while increasing energy security and competitiveness in Europe.
This document discusses using low field NMR to characterize low permeability media like shales. It describes challenges in measuring properties like porosity and cementation exponent in shales due to their small pore sizes down to 1 nm. It presents NMR examples measuring properties of caprock and gas shales. The document outlines approaches to determine pore size distribution, fluid typing, and signatures of water, methane, and organic matter using T1-T2 mapping. It shows examples of NMR measurements that allow distinguishing signatures of different fluid components and determining properties like cementation exponent in shales.
The document provides an update on the CoLaBATS project, which aims to develop an innovative chemical process for recycling lithium-ion and nickel-metal hydride batteries. The 11-stage chemical design was completed in December 2014 using Deep Eutectic Solvents and Ionic Liquids. Work will now focus on designing and constructing two pilot plants in the UK and Spain to test the process at a larger scale. The project aims to recover valuable materials like cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements to contribute to a more circular economy in the EU.
Presented by Ruth Pérez (FNCA Spain) at FERTINNOWA's 2nd International workshop "Meeting growers’ needs: Exchanging Technologies on Irrigation and Fertigation".
Description: Future challenges relating to greater pressure on environment, natural resources, and climate change imply that a “business as usual” model in agriculture is not a viable option. The normative answer is not being effective enough. We are already in the sixth four-year-period of application of the Directive on nitrates and the progress cannot be considered successful.
Minerals Intelligence Network for Europe - Minerals4EUMinerals4EU
These slides, presented by Minerals4EU Scientific Coordinator Nikolaos Arvanitidis at the Minerals4EU Final Conference, gives an overview of the project and its achievements.
CCS Research in the Netherlands - presentation by Jan Brouwer in the International CCS session at the UKCCSRC Cardiff Biannual Meeting, 10-11 September 2014
The UK Carbon Capture and Storage Research Centre (UKCCSRC) leads research on carbon capture and storage (CCS) in the UK. It brings together over 250 academics and 220 early career researchers. Initial funding of £10 million was provided by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, with an additional £3 million from the Department of Energy and Climate Change. The UKCCSRC operates several pilot facilities for CCS research. Its work supports the UK's efforts to deploy CCS technology and meet its climate change goals.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day technical seminar hosted by the Sub-project 2 of the EERA Shale Gas Joint Programme in Gdansk, Poland. Day one will include introductions and discussions on reservoir characterization, drilling horizontal wells, and international experiences. Day two will cover fracturing and monitoring, modeling of hydraulic fracturing and proppant transport, and innovative stimulation technologies. The objectives are to discuss the latest research in these areas between members of the EERA program and industry.
This document provides a summary of innovative stimulation technologies for shale gas recovery. It discusses various fracturing methods including hydraulic, pneumatic, dynamic loading, and other methods. Specific technologies are described in more detail, including liquid carbon dioxide fracturing, LPG fracturing, energized fluids, HiWAY flow channel fracturing, various perforating technologies like FracGun, StimGun, GasGun, and a proposed Multistage Perforator. The advantages and disadvantages of different methods are presented. The goal is to review these technologies to inspire discussion between industry and academia around developing environmentally friendly and economically viable solutions for Polish shales.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day technical seminar hosted by the Sub-project 2 of the EERA Shale Gas Joint Programme in Gdańsk, Poland on October 8-9, 2014. Day one will include discussions on reservoir characterization, horizontal drilling techniques, and international experiences in shale gas. Day two will cover topics such as fracturing optimization, proppant transport, innovative stimulation technologies, and conclusions. The objectives are to share knowledge on safe and efficient exploitation of shale gas resources between researchers, industry representatives, and other stakeholders.
The document discusses the European Technology Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons (ETP CUH). The ETP CUH aims to develop technologies to extract unconventional hydrocarbons like shale gas in a clean, sustainable way. It was established in 2013 and is led by a Working Group comprising experts from countries like Poland, Hungary, Lithuania, and Belgium. The ETP CUH has five research groups and seeks to develop technologies that minimize environmental impact while increasing energy security and competitiveness in Europe.
This document discusses using low field NMR to characterize low permeability media like shales. It describes challenges in measuring properties like porosity and cementation exponent in shales due to their small pore sizes down to 1 nm. It presents NMR examples measuring properties of caprock and gas shales. The document outlines approaches to determine pore size distribution, fluid typing, and signatures of water, methane, and organic matter using T1-T2 mapping. It shows examples of NMR measurements that allow distinguishing signatures of different fluid components and determining properties like cementation exponent in shales.
The document summarizes the BONUS-MIRACLE project, which received EU funding to identify new governance configurations to reduce nutrient enrichment and flood risks in the Baltic Sea region. The project will involve stakeholders in workshops to identify "win-win" solutions to meet different policy goals. Researchers will provide scientific support through modeling scenarios of impacts on water quality and flows, as well as policy and economic analyses. Case studies will be conducted in four areas dealing with issues like flooding, nutrient levels, and biodiversity conservation. The project is led by Linkoping University and involves partners from Sweden, Germany, Poland, Latvia, Denmark.
Great research data on children, wellbeing and parentingEcoInspired
Great research data on why an eco friendly approach is critical for children's wellbeing. This slide share is designed to be used or shared with parents, health and education professionals. Based on the extensive comprehensive research from 'Eco Parenting – Growing Greener Children' book by Jane Hanckel, the information is designed to provide best outcomes for children and their families. For more information please contact Jane Hanckel www.inspirededucation.com.au
Este documento discute as vantagens do trabalho remoto utilizando tecnologias como a Internet e ferramentas online como o Google Apps. Ele descreve como o WiMax pode fornecer conexões rápidas sem fio, formas de trabalhar em casa de forma produtiva e as vantagens e desvantagens para empresas e funcionários. O documento conclui discutindo novas tecnologias que podem apoiar ainda mais o trabalho remoto no futuro.
People are damaging ecosystems through pollution and destruction of natural habitats. Land, water, and air are all being polluted as people pour waste into water, cut down trees, and leave litter everywhere. Pictures show bottles, cans, and plastic left as trash and polluted water. To protect nature, people must follow ecological rules like not cutting trees, keeping areas tidy, and controlling dogs to reduce the human impact on natural environments.
CCS has not taken off in Europe except for two projects in Norway due to lack of business case, public acceptance, and transport infrastructure concerns. However, the EU is renewing efforts to demonstrate CCS and develop CCU through programs like the SET Plan, Horizon 2020, and initiatives like ECCSEL, EERA CCS, and ACT that aim to accelerate CCS technologies through research collaboration and funding large demonstration projects. The document recaps opportunities for the GCC to collaborate with the EU on various CCS research infrastructure, projects, and targets outlined in the SET Plan to help realize emissions reduction goals.
Current commercial thermoelectric devices incorporate p-type semiconductor materials that are produced from expensive and rare elements, namely tellurium, which is toxic and predominantly sourced in China. As an alternative approach for the replacement of the tellurium-based p-type semiconductor materials, START proposes a unique technological solution and value-chain based on a “waste material-waste heat to power” methodology. This approach implies the production of sulphide p-type semiconductor materials that will incorporate, amongst others, discarded mining waste sulphides, mainly consisting of the tetrahedrite-tennantite mineral series. Thus, the project concept also includes the stages of material processing, device design and production, testing and validation (Fig. 2). The aim is to produce a TE device reaching TRL6, with the START TE device demonstrated in industrial processes. As a first step, several historical European mining sites have been targeted for collection of tetrahedrite-tennantite minerals, namely: a) Austria: Leogang (Nöckelberg, Barbarastollen) and Schwaz (Sandpocher, Antonihalde, Sigmundhalde), b), Germany: Rammelsberg mine, Bergwerkswohlfahrt mine, c) Portugal: Neves Corvo, Barrigão and Brancanes mines, d) Slovakia: Rožňava mine, e) Spain: La Sierrecilla, El Corriellu, Peña Negra, Torres de Albarracín, Lanteira mines, amongst others. The collected minerals are undergoing processing and will feed the material processing in the upcoming stages.
This document provides a case study and analysis of a funding opportunity through the European Union's FP7 program. Specifically, it examines Call Identifier FP7-ENERGY-2007-1-RTD on developing a common methodology for assessing biomass potential using earth observations. The document outlines the key details of the call, including topics, funding scheme, expected impact, and deadline. It then provides suggestions on how to approach the proposal, including emphasizing coordination, past experiences, and ensuring a proposal structure that directly addresses the requirements in the call text. Finally, it summarizes the results of the proposal submitted, which received a positive score and funding for the "CEUBIOM" project.
24 European countries agreed to pursue ambitious hydrogen goals and build a hydrogen sector through joint investment projects. They will promote important hydrogen projects along the entire value chain, including production, equipment, storage, distribution, and industrial applications. The goal is to launch an Important Project of Common European Interest on Hydrogen Technologies and Systems to guarantee European leadership in emerging hydrogen markets and significantly reduce emissions. They outlined a schedule to notify the European Commission of draft projects by May 2021 and potentially approve projects by the end of 2021.
ETIP PV conference: 'Photovoltaics: centre-stage in the power systemCluster TWEED
This document summarizes the keynote speech given by Jeroen Schuppers from the European Commission on the Energy Union and the Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan). The SET Plan aims to accelerate the development and market deployment of low-carbon energy technologies. A new governance model for the SET Plan emphasizes strengthened cooperation between member states, stakeholders, and the European Commission. It includes setting targets, selecting research and innovation actions, identifying joint actions between countries, and flagships projects to demonstrate new technologies. Working groups composed of experts and government representatives will develop implementation plans to achieve the SET Plan's goals.
Global CCS Institute - Day 1 - Panel 1 - International Progress on CCS ProjectsGlobal CCS Institute
The EU had an ambition for 12 CCS demonstration projects to be operational by 2020, but reality has lagged behind. Of the 6 projects funded under the EEPR program, most have been seriously delayed or cancelled due to barriers such as a lack of economic incentives from the EU ETS and difficulties obtaining permits. The value of funds available from the NER 300 program has also decreased substantially. However, worldwide knowledge sharing between projects will be important for CCS development in Europe. The CCS Project Network aims to facilitate this by collecting data and disseminating findings between members. The Global CCS Institute will take over as secretariat and intensify knowledge sharing on both European and global levels.
This document summarizes a study that maps European research excellence related to developing climate services from concepts to piloting. It identifies the top 10 European institutes participating in relevant projects and analyzes 72 projects across 7 sub-themes: weather, agriculture, water, energy, society, atmosphere, and coastal/marine. For each sub-theme it lists the number of projects and top 5 participating organizations. The document outlines the goals of developing climate service concepts for decision-making and impact areas like market uptake. It provides guidance on forming project consortia and proposals for the 2017 funding call.
1) Belgium has a strong cleantech sector due to its early industrialization which led to environmental issues, progressive environmental policies and standards within the EU framework, and technology development capacity.
2) Key organizations promoting cleantech in Belgium include Flanders Cleantech Association (FCA) and Greenwin cluster in Wallonia which support over 200 companies.
3) Research is conducted by organizations such as VITO which has 750 employees working on projects in energy, materials, chemistry and other areas with an annual turnover of 150 million Euros.
ESFRI ENE-SW by Pilar García - Maghrenov workshop on research infrastructure...Maghrenov
The document summarizes Dr. Pilar Garcia's presentation on perspectives for research and innovation infrastructures for renewable energy and energy efficiency (RE&EE) at a workshop in Morocco. It discusses the importance of research infrastructures, provides an overview of the European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) and its roadmaps identifying new pan-European research infrastructure projects. Specific projects mentioned include the European Carbon Dioxide Capture and Storage Laboratory Infrastructure (ECCSEL), comprising multiple national facilities for carbon capture and storage research across 10 participating countries, set to begin operation in 2015.
The document summarizes developments in geothermal energy research and innovation under the European Union's Horizon 2020 program. It discusses the establishment of a new European Technology and Innovation Platform for Deep Geothermal Energy to strengthen cooperation. It also outlines several Horizon 2020 calls that provided funding for geothermal projects, totaling over €100 million. Icelandic participation in funded projects is noted, with over €11 million in funding. The next work program is outlined, with new calls planned in 2017 on enhanced geothermal systems and market uptake of renewable technologies.
This document summarizes information about natural gas usage in Europe and opportunities for advanced fuels produced from natural gas or carbon dioxide (CO2). It notes that natural gas usage in Europe has decreased in recent years but remains an important source of energy. Opportunities discussed include producing renewable gas through processes like fermentation and power-to-gas, using liquefied natural gas (LNG) to increase flexibility and access to storage, and producing advanced fuels like methanol, dimethyl ether (DME), and other chemicals and fuels from CO2 to enable carbon capture and reuse. The document promotes collaboration between the European Union and Gulf Cooperation Council countries to jointly develop clean energy technologies.
EUROPEAN CCS INFRASTRUCTURE IN REGARD TO LOW-CARBON INDUSTRIAL HUBSiQHub
The document discusses carbon capture and storage (CCS) strategies for Europe. It summarizes that CCS offers pathways to decarbonize heavy industry and waste, produce clean hydrogen, and permanently store carbon. However, Europe needs greater CCS deployment and attention from policymakers to meet deep decarbonization goals. The document outlines seven challenges for CCS in Europe and provides recommendations to address each challenge, including developing strategic storage sites, coordinating infrastructure clusters, establishing permanent carbon removal, and creating an international CO2 market.
EC POLICY UPDATE ON RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ON CCUSiQHub
The document summarizes the European Commission's policy on supporting research and innovation in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies. It outlines the Commission's goals of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 through switching to renewable energy and fully decarbonizing carbon-intensive industries using CCUS. The Commission plans to fund CCUS demonstration projects through Horizon Europe and support the deployment of CCUS through various policy tools and funding mechanisms.
This project aims to develop new nanoporous carbonaceous materials from renewable resources like starch as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. The project receives funding from the European Union and involves nine partners across Europe. It seeks to refine the production process from research to an industrial pilot plant capable of producing 20kg per day of material for applications in energy storage, catalysis, and other industrial uses.
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The document summarizes a project focused on boosting eco-innovation in the Danube region by developing bio-based value chains, including an eco-construction value chain in Romania. It provides an overview of Romania's natural resources and unused renewable energy potential. It also lists Romanian cluster initiatives relevant to bio-based industries and eco-construction, and summarizes interviews with firms in the Romanian eco-construction value chain. Estimates indicate moderate growth in demand for eco-construction products in Romania over the next 5-10 years.
This document provides an overview of a workshop on hydrogen trains. The workshop agenda includes presentations on fuel cell and hydrogen joint undertakings in Europe, current hydrogen pilot projects and the state of the art of hydrogen train technology, and hydrogen infrastructure projects in Belgium and the Netherlands. The presentations will discuss opportunities for using hydrogen to power trains, the potential market for hydrogen trains, and the need for further research and innovation projects to advance hydrogen train technology and deployment.
This document discusses nanotechnologies and nano-sciences in Europe. It provides an overview of the European Commission's strategy and priorities. Specifically:
1) It outlines Europe's position in nanotechnologies in terms of knowledge production but weaker commercialization compared to other regions.
2) It describes the Commission's Communication which adopted an integrated and responsible approach across research, infrastructure, skills, innovation and regulation.
3) It discusses priority areas for R&D investment like nanosciences, multifunctional materials, and new production processes to strengthen Europe's position in nanotechnologies.
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TNO is researching unconventional gas resources in the Netherlands including shale gas. Their research focuses on estimating gas resource volumes, identifying optimal drilling locations, developing smart extraction methods, ensuring safe production, and providing knowledge to inform policy decisions. Key points include estimated shale gas resources of 175-525 BCM, modeling to understand basin maturity and fracture properties, comparing extraction techniques like hydraulic fracturing and fishbone wells, and predicting impacts like induced seismicity. TNO coordinates both national and European research collaborations on unconventional gas exploration and extraction.
This document provides a summary of innovative stimulation technologies for shale gas recovery. It discusses various fracturing methods including hydraulic, pneumatic, dynamic loading, and other methods. Specific technologies are described in more detail, including liquid carbon dioxide fracturing, LPG fracturing, energized fluids, HiWAY flow channel fracturing, various perforating technologies like FracGun, StimGun, GasGun, and a proposed Multistage Perforator. The advantages and disadvantages of different methods are presented. The goal is to review these technologies to inspire discussion between industry and academia around developing environmentally friendly and economically viable solutions for Polish shales.
TNO uses numerical modeling to address uncertainties in estimates of recoverable shale gas. Their workflow involves:
1) Characterizing hydraulic fracturing, natural fractures, and gas production through basin modeling, petrophysical and geomechanical tools.
2) Simulating hydraulic fracturing under a range of input parameters to understand variations in fracture properties and gas production.
3) Modeling natural fracture networks and how they are stimulated under different stress conditions to reduce uncertainties.
The document discusses the formation of a Joint Program (JP) on Shale Gas by the European Energy Research Alliance (EERA) to establish an independent knowledge base for politicians and decision makers regarding shale gas in Europe. The JP was unanimously approved in April 2013 and includes several work packages focused on shale gas reservoir characterization, drilling of horizontal wells, fracturing operations, monitoring fracturing and production, and developing innovative stimulation technologies. It involves research institutions from several European countries and aims to improve the efficiency of shale gas extraction through increased understanding of shale gas resources and production processes adapted to European regulations.
This document describes a joint research program on shale gas between 26 research institutes from 15 European member states. The program aims to establish an independent knowledge base on shale gas in Europe by evaluating existing technologies and methodologies. It identifies the main drivers for the program as the expected continued importance of fossil fuels in Europe's energy mix, the potential role of shale gas in increasing energy security and lowering costs, and the need to address public environmental concerns. The program consists of 5 sub-programs that will assess shale gas resources, technologies for safe and efficient exploitation, environmental impacts and footprint, energy/carbon efficiencies and emissions, and strategies for public engagement. A total of 185 person-years of expertise and resources are committed across the 26 participating
1. The document discusses developments in drilling technologies for shale gas, focusing on new technical solutions for rigs, strings, bits, drilling fluids, and casing.
2. It describes trends toward more automated, mobile rigs suited for difficult terrain as well as offshore rigs. New rig designs are being developed for space applications.
3. Improvements in strings include new materials like titanium alloys to withstand high pressures and temperatures. Developments in bits include sealed bearings and optimized designs for different rock hardness.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day technical seminar hosted by the Sub-project 2 of the EERA Shale Gas Joint Programme in Gdansk, Poland. Day one will include introductions and discussions on reservoir characterization, drilling horizontal wells, and international experiences. Day two will cover fracturing and monitoring, modeling of hydraulic fracturing and proppant transport, and innovative stimulation technologies. The objectives are to discuss research within each work package of the EERA SP2 project and exchange views between members and industry.
The document discusses modelling fluid flow in shale reservoirs. It describes the complex porous network in shales which includes multiple gas storage and transport mechanisms. Effective modelling requires accounting for different porosity systems including the organic matrix, inorganic pores and natural fractures. Common modelling approaches for fractured reservoirs like dual porosity and dual permeability models are discussed as well as their limitations for modelling low permeability shales. More advanced models like MINC (Multiple INteracting Continua) and locally refined dual permeability models are presented to better represent transient fluid flow in shales. Key shale properties affecting gas production including adsorbed gas, non-Darcy flow, and fracture properties are also summarized.
This document provides an agenda for a two-day technical seminar hosted by the Sub-project 2 of the EERA Shale Gas Joint Programme in Gdansk, Poland. Day one will include introductions and discussions on reservoir characterization, drilling horizontal wells, and international experiences. Day two will cover fracturing and monitoring, modeling of hydraulic fracturing and proppant transport, and innovative stimulation technologies. The objectives are to discuss research within each work package of the EERA SP2 project and exchange views between members and industry.
1. European Technology Platform
for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons
(ETP CUH )
Andrzej Siemaszko
Leader of the Working Party of the ETP CUH
NCP Poland
Gdańsk, 08.10.2014
2. The mission of the ETP CUH
CONTRIBUTING TO MORE
COMPETITIVE, SUSTAINABLE AND SECURE EUROPE
BY EXPLOITING THE INDIGENOUS POTENTIAL OF
UNCONVENTIONAL HYDROCARBONS
„…….That is to say, the focus must be on the overall innovation challenge,
including its social- economic- legislative- political- implementational
aspects, rather than only the technological issues….”
EUROPEAN RESEARCH ADVISORY BOARD REPORT ON EUROPEAN TECHNOLOGY PLATFORMS
European Technology Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons 2
3. Clean & Uncoventional Goals
The Platform will aim at answering a major challenge of providing new sources of energy
with full environmental protection. The adjective “CLEAN” has several meanings:
• to select the best available technologies and to advance new technologies tailored for
European geological conditions allowing for extraction of hydrocarbons in safe way
for the environment and public health;
• to develop new technologies of enhanced extraction of hydrocarbons allowing to
increase efficiency and the percentage of extracted to left hydrocarbons in the strata;
• to develop new technologies allowing for utilization of GHG, in particular vented CH4 from coal beds for electric power
generation and CO2 for the enhanced coal bed methane recovery (ECBM) and enhanced shale gas recovery (ESGR) with
elements of partial CO2 geological sequestration; to contribute to CO2 emission reduction in the energy sector in Europe
by wide application of hydrocarbons for electricity generation and substitution of coal;
• to support and facilitate the transition to renewable energy by presenting the concept of autonomous power regions with
power mix based upon renewables supported by gas power generation.
European Technology Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons 3
4. First meeting of the ETP CUH
• The first steps towards the establishment of a European
Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons took
place in Warsaw on 4th April, 2013, with participation of
Günther Verheugen, ex - EU Commissioner for
Enlargement, and then Enterprise and Industry;
• Mr. Verheugen, who was voted Chairman of the Platform’s
Board of Directors, chaired the first session of a Working
Group with an international mix of experts from Hungary,
Lithuania and Poland;
• The document titled: ‘European Technology
Platform for Clean, Unconventional Hydrocarbons:
Mission, Objectives and draft of the Strategic
Research Agenda’, formed the basis of the meeting’s
discussions;
• It was also stressed that the Platform would be
wide-ranging in its approach, be willing to undergo
research duties, and would consider all
unconventional hydrocarbons including methane,
not just shale gas;
• The goals and further steps of developing
the ETP CUH wert established.
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5. Working group of the ETP CUH
LOTOS
Geonafta
Lithuania
ETP
CUH
Falcon-
TMX –
Hungary
Polish
Academy
of Science
Poland
Polish
Geological
Institute
Poland
PGNiG S.A.
Poland
Central
European
Energy
Partners
Belgium
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6. The structure of the Platform
Five groups were finally proposed, including an Environmental Impact, and an Economic Aspects,
with a Government Group to be possibly formed later.
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7. Objectives
• to increase EU’s energy security by exploitation of indigenous resources
of energy carriers by introducing the unconventional hydrocarbons to
EU’s energy mix;
• to develop an agenda which in a balanced way will develop sustainable
exploration and exploitation of unconventional hydrocarbons in EU
with the reduced environmental impact and the full public acceptance;
• to develop new unconventional hydrocarbons technologies allowing for
more efficient and economically viable exploitation and increasing the
competitiveness of European industry.
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8. Specific objectives (1/2)
• to support for the implementation of a common European policy in the
energy sector based on the principles of sustainable development,
competitiveness and energy supply security;
• to develop the "clean" technologies for extraction of hydrocarbons from
unconventional sources in EU to minimize the impact on the environment;
• to obtain for the technologies for extracting unconventional hydrocarbons
the status of a fully-fledged EU technology, and entering these technologies
into strategic programs for energy and climate policy such as Horizon 2020,
SET-PLAN or EIP Mineral Resources;
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9. Specific objectives (2/2)
• to take action in the field of legal regulations facilitating the extraction of
hydrocarbons from unconventional sources;
• to promote clean unconventional hydrocarbons and carry out a public awareness
campaign and European discussion of environmental aspects related to
unconventional hydrocarbons exploration and production;
• to establish cooperation and getting support at the regional level and the
individual Member States as well as from European organizations (such as the
European Technology Platform ZEP);
• to strengthen collaboration with US, Canada and other third countries in the
area of development of clean and safe technologies for unconventional
hydrocarbons exploitation by joint research, development and knowledge
sharing.
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10. ETP CUH RTD proposals (1/2)
• Environmental aspects
o Monitoring, Verification and Accounting
o Technologies avoiding the ground water pollution
o Technologies limiting the air pollution
o Technologies limiting the surface pollution
• Horizontal aspects
o Evaluation of European resources of unconventional hydrocarbons
o Carbon footprint analysis
• Risk analysis
o Environmental impact of hydraulic fracturing.
o Risk assessment and hazard scenarios
• Regulatory aspects
• Public awareness and social acceptance aspects
o Promotion
o Dissemination
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11. ETP CUH RTD proposals (2/2)
• Fracturing operations
o Optimisation of hydraulic fracturing operations
o Gas fracturing operations
o Numerical methods
• Enhancement of hydrocarbons recovery
o Enhanced shale gas/oil recovery by the use of CO2
• Site selection and characterization
• Enhanced coal bed methane (ECBM)
• Support technologies for exploitation
o Drilling
o Site surface infrastructure and transportation
o New concept of comprehensive extraction of energy from earth
o Material engineering problems
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12. Future of ETP CUH
• Invitation of new potential partners to ETP
CUH
• Close collaboration with EERA Shale Gas
Joint Program
• Close collaboration with the European
Science and Technology Network on
Unconventional Hydrocarbon Extraction
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13. R&D Activities in Poland (domestic level) –
Blue Gas Programme
Program Blue Gas/Polish Shale Gas is a joint
undertaking of Polish National Centre for Research and
Development (NCBiR) and Industrial Development
Agency (ARP S.A.). It is focused on supporting
integrated large R&D projects, testing results on pilot
scale and commercialization of innovative technologies
in the area of shale gas extraction
Research-industrial consortium „Polish Technologies
for Shale Gas” consisting of:
Polish Oil and Gas Company (PGNiG) – Leader,
LOTOS Group, PKN Orlen, Warsaw University of
Technology, Gdańsk University of Technology,
AGH University of Science and Technology, Oil and
Gas Institute
Total budget = 1 bilion PLN
(250 mln €)
NCBiR - 125
mln PLN
ARP - 125
mln PLN
Industry-
500 mln
PLN
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14. BLUE GAS Programme – R&D projects examples
Geology
• Estimation of unconventional hydrocarbon deposits distribution in Poland
• Methodology to determine sweet spots based on geochemical, petro physical and geomechanical
properties
• Methodology of exploration risks (geological and commercial) for unconventional accumulations of
unconventional gas
Technology
• Optimization of drilling parameters, including the selection of drilling technology, tools, drilling
fluids and cementing
• Development of advanced completion technologies of Polish shale gas formations by hydraulic
fracturing
Environment
• Organization and technology of environment monitoring and protection, in the preparatory stage,
during drilling and hydraulic fracturing and during exploitation
• Environmentally friendly and economically feasible technologies for water supply, wastewater and
waste management associated with shale gas exploration
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15. Thank you for your attention
Andrzej Siemaszko
Leader of the Working Party of the ETP CUH
NCP Poland
e-mail: Andrzej.Siemaszko@kpk.gov.pl
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