Title :
A Natural Fit: Electricity-Gas Integration Challenges in South America
Author :
Rudnick, Hugh ; Barroso, Luiz ; Cunha, G. ; Mocarquer, Sebastian
Author_Institution :
Pontificia Univ. Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
Abstract :
South America is one of the most dynamic regions for the joint development of natural gas and electricity. Gas is abundant in the region, although unevenly distributed (see Figure 1), with significant new reserves projected in Brazil (in its Pre-Salt basins) and in Argentina (shale gas). Unconventional gas reserves in South America are estimated at 1,430 trillion ft3.
Keywords :
natural gas technology; thermal power stations; South America; electricity-gas integration; gas reserves; natural fit; natural gas development; Electricity supply industry; Natural gas; Power distribution planning; Power markets; Power system economics; South America;
Journal_Title :
Power and Energy Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MPE.2014.2347633
