Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
žž Natural gas is a by-product of decaying plant and animal
matter left deep underground millions of years ago.
žž This natural gas is trapped or isolated in rock formations
which prevents it from surfacing.
žž Hydraulic fracturing is a process that pumps fluid and
sand down a well at high pressure to break apart rock and
release natural gas.
žž When the pressure is relieved, the water and gas flow up into
the well. It is then sent to a processing facility by pipeline.
žž The fracturing process has been used for over 60 years.
žž British Columbia has enough natural gas to supply
domestic and international markets for over 150 years.
Converting Natural Gas to a Liquid
žž Natural gas turns into a liquid when chilled to -160° Celsius.
žž In liquid form, natural gas compresses, taking up 1/600th
less space.
žž Once compressed, LNG can be securely stored on a ship
and safety transported overseas to markets.
C JOBS PLAN
Global Energy Need Creates
Demand for LNG
žž The need for energy is increasing globally, particularly in Asia.
žž World-wide demand is projected to increase 250% over
the next 20 years.
žž British Columbia has many competitive advantages:
—— Enough natural gas to supply Asian and domestic
markets for over 150 years;
—— North America’s closest travel distance to Asia;
—— A cooler climate which translates to approximately 30%
less power required for the LNG manufacturing process
compared to places like Australia;
—— Low taxes, strong credit rating and a skilled workforce;
—— Abundant, clean, renewable power to support the energy
needs of the industry;
—— Strong relationships with First Nations; and
—— A stable geopolitical climate.
100,000 JOBS
Horn
River
Basin
LNG COULD CREATE UP TO 100,000 JOBS.
Bowser
Basin
Western
Canadian
Basin
FORT NELSON
FORT ST JOHN
PRINCE
RUPERT
X1000
ABUNDANT SUPPLY
KITIMAT
B.C. HAS A VAST SUPPLY OF NATURAL GAS TO
SUPPORT OVER 150 YEARS OF ENERGY USE.
ASIAN DEMAND
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO ASIA AND LOWER SHIPPING
COSTS POSITION BRITISH COLUMBIA TO TAKE ON
NEW MARKETS.
PRINCE
GEORGE
To Asian
Ports
Nechako
Basin
LEGEND
KAMLOOPS
NATURAL GAS PIPELINE
EXISTING GAS FACILITY
NATURAL GAS PLANT
PROPOSED GAS FACILITY
PORT
NATURAL GAS RESOURCE
Pacific Ocean
VANCOUVER