Development of a Micro-Gas to Liquid technology: Control and Optimization to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Increase Green Fuel Yield

The Micro Refinery Unit (MRU) represents a promising solution for converting shale gas, natural gas, or biogas into green synthetic fuels. Each MRU has the potential to reduce CO2 emissions by over one million kilograms and produce over 1,100 barrels of fuel annually. The project’s objective is to develop a pilot process that operates safely, maximizes liquid fuel production, and minimizes carbon emissions. This technology not only lowers transportation and pipeline costs from waste methane sources to commercial refineries due to its mobility and ease of installation in remote areas, but it also creates local job opportunities. Moreover, the unit can be replicated and deployed across Canada and globally, with scalability achieved by modulating a series of mobile units. This approach significantly contributes to Canada’s Net-Zero emissions policy.

Faculty Supervisor:

Moncef Chioua

Student:

Partner:

Patience Enterprises Group

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Polytechnique Montréal

Program:

Elevate

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