Natural gas, which comes from the heating and combustion of organic material in the ground, makes up 40% of the fuel used to generate electricity in the U.S. Natural gas generators are often more efficient than other fossil fuels like coal, oil, and nuclear energy, and they’re considered one of the most environmentally friendly methods of generating power. So, what makes natural gas so great? And why should you choose natural gas generators over other fossil fuel generators?
Fossil fuels such as oil and coal produce high levels of energy in the thermal energy process. However, they also produce high levels of harmful emissions such as carbon dioxide which contributes to global warming. These fossil fuels do not only pollute the environment but face strict taxes and environmental policies that make using them for power generation more of a challenge.
How environmental restraints impact the use of fossil fuels?
Power plant managers and operators find themselves jumping through multiple hoops when using these fossil fuels for energy generation in countries that have become increasingly aware of their negative impact on the environment. These countries include European countries such as Denmark, Sweden, and Norway to name a few. The United States have a lower environmental tax than European countries, however, still have these measures in place to curb their environmental impact.
Natural gas on the other hand is a fossil fuel used in the generation of energy that produces less harmful emissions and burns more effectively. The other benefits of natural gas include; it requires less environmental tax than coal and oil due to it burning cleaner with fewer emissions. Natural gas is abundant even though it is a non-renewable resource, it is easily transported due to it taking up less volume than coal and oil, this allows for a smaller carbon footprint during transportation. Lastly, natural gas is less harmful to the environment as it does not contaminate the surrounding environment if it is spilled or leaks into nature.
How is natural gas better than other fossil fuels?
Why is it that we continue to use coal and oil as the choice of fossil fuels for energy generation when they cause high levels of air pollution and face high environmental taxes? Would it not be better to use natural gas as it faces fewer environmental restrictions and produces fewer harmful emissions.? According to Shell energy, natural gas power stations have faster start-up times than coal power stations. This saves power plant managers precious time and allows for faster outputs of power.
Benefits of natural gas as a fuel to generate power
The benefit of natural gas as a fuel source for generators is that natural gas has a longer shelf life than oil. Diesel can only be kept in storage for up to 12 months and during this period, diesel fuel tanks need to be monitored closely and maintained. This must be done to prevent the diesel from being contaminated in any way. Natural gas also does not face transportation restraints as all you need are the pipelines and there is no maintenance required in storing natural gas. Natural gas generators also do not give off an unpleasant odor such as diesel and hence make it convenient to work with. That is good news for your team on site.
Why would you not want to power your energy project with natural gas? It is a cheaper fuel, it faces fewer restrictions from environmental policies, it does not have complicated storage maintenance requirements, it is dependable, it releases fewer emissions when burned, and does not have a disheartening odor that other fossil fuels have when they burn such as diesel.
Where can I buy natural gas generators?
USP&E Global offers a large supply of both surplus and new natural gas generators from 1MW up to over 100MW. Not only does USP&E Global ship natural gas generators all over the world, but we also offer the services that assist you in running and maintaining these power plants to ensure you have long-term power for your project.
You can purchase natural gas generators from USP&E Global from manufacturers such as GE, Caterpillar, Cummins, Siemens, Rolls Royce, and other brands alike. Take a look at these in our inventory.
Are you ready to experience the difference of powering your industrial project with a natural gas generator from USP&E Global? Contact us today and find out how we can assist you in your energy needs.
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