Find out how second-generation or advanced non-refinery-based
technologies derive from furnace, smelting or synfuels technology.
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Learn how several offer promise of
lower costs, smaller scale, greater efficiency, more fuel
versatility, modularity, and higher availability than conventional
surface gasifiers.
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Understand how straight-to-methane technologies work and
learn more about the few companies such as GreatPoint Energy
and Hague use them.
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Study how Siemens GSP technology
and Mitsubishi's new technology combine features of advanced
and surface gasification.
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Learn how major uncertainties are
holding up surface gasification at present and it is not because
of a lack of interested and qualified investors.
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Find out how there is plenty of capital
chasing good projects but these major uncertainties are delaying
these projects.
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Explore the commercial risk associated
with surface gasification such as construction costs, perceived
availability/reliability, warranties and other areas.
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Understand the policy risks surrounding
the uncertainty regarding CO2 regulatory regime, government
support, and public utility commissions.
