Why it matters:
The launch of the NGL 3100 project marks a significant step towards sustainable gas utilization in Ilam, ending years of flaring valuable gas and improving environmental conditions.
The big picture:
After nearly a decade of relentless efforts by local experts and contractors, the NGL 3100 project aims to collect associated gas from oil fields in the region, providing feedstock for downstream industries and enhancing the overall efficiency of the oil sector in Iran.
What he is saying:
President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of utilizing local expertise in executing projects nationwide.
He stated, "Oil and gas projects must be implemented with greater speed," highlighting the need for urgency in addressing both financial losses and environmental issues.
Pezeshkian noted that the project is expected to collect the equivalent of $700 million worth of flared gas annually, effectively doubling revenue and creating significant employment opportunities in downstream industries.
Key points:
- The NGL 3100 project was inaugurated via live video link from the operational site in Dehloran.
- The project spans 100 hectares and focuses on collecting associated gas from the Dehloran, Danan, Azar, Cheshmeh Khosh, and Paydar West fields.
- The initiative aims to prevent gas flaring, supply feedstock for the Dehloran petrochemical plant, enhance productivity, reduce pollution, and create added value in the gas production cycle.
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