As natural gas remains a cornerstone of energy consumption in the United States, with approximately 60% of homes relying on it for heating and cooking, and accounting for about 24% of commercial sector energy consumption, the demand for this vital resource continues to soar. In 2022 alone, the country consumed a staggering 32 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, with projections indicating sustained growth in demand despite electrification efforts in certain states.
Yet, gas utilities grapple with the challenge of meeting this escalating demand while navigating the volatile landscape of fluctuating natural gas prices. At NV5, we engineer transformative solutions to address these pressing challenges head-on.
Our innovative approach includes the design and installation of liquefaction equipment at gas utility sites, enabling utilities to purchase natural gas at opportune moments when prices are low and compress it into liquefied natural gas (LNG). By compressing natural gas into LNG, utilities can effectively store it, ensuring availability during peak usage periods and mitigating the impact of price fluctuations.
However, the delivery of natural gas faces additional hurdles posed by an aging grid of distribution pipes ill-equipped to handle the growing volume requirements of increasing demand. Aging pipes necessitate replacement, with larger diameter piping essential to augment the volume of gas delivery.
NV5 stands at the forefront of this transformative shift, providing a comprehensive suite of services to enhance natural gas distribution infrastructure nationwide. From civil engineering and structural engineering to surveying, geospatial data analytics, and permitting consulting, our multidisciplinary approach ensures the seamless implementation of distribution improvements for gas utilities.
Join us in revolutionizing natural gas delivery, as we harness the power of technology to meet the evolving needs of a dynamic energy landscape. With NV5 as your partner, embrace innovation and unlock the potential for a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable energy future.
Expertise
- Engineering/Feasibility Studies
- FEED Packages
- Satellite LNG Plants
- Liquefaction & Pre-treatment Facilities
- LNG Storage and Vaporization Facilities
- LNG Truck Loading/Unloading Stations
- Boil-off Compression Systems
- Plant Modifications and Upgrades
- Portable LNG Vaporizers
- LNG Facility Site Assessments
- Permitting
- Plant Automation and Control Systems, SCADA
- Fire Protection Systems
- Vapor Dispersion (FLACS) and Thermal Radiation Modeling
- Motor Starting Transient Analysis
- Arc Flash Studies
- Code Compliance Review
- Plant Operator Training
- Plant Documentation
- LNG Tank Foundation Heating Systems
- Custom/Specialty Equipment Fabrication
- Modular System Fabrication