PROSPECTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PIPELINE GAS TRANSPORT

Abstract

In connection with the global trends in the development of green energy, as well as with the development of gas production in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the issues of gasification of the country, gas transportation to the consumer are becoming particularly relevant. The article provides a historical overview of gas transport, a comparative analysis of various types of gas transport, the advantages of pipeline gas transport, as well as an overview of the development of the gas industry in general and in particular, issues of gasification, gas transport on the example of the National operator of main gas pipelines JSC “Intergas Central Asia”. The issues of gasification of the country, in particular, the northern regions and Astana, were considered. The analysis and prospects for the development of the gas industry and gas companies in Kazakhstan were also carried out. According to the Roadmap for the country’s gasification, special attention is paid to the gasification of the northern and central regions of the country, where the provision of gas to settlements along the Saryarka gas pipeline route is being considered in stages. The statistics of the branches of JSC “Intergas Central Asia”, the sites that each branch serves, are given. In conclusion, recommendations are given on the effective use of the country’s gas resources and a gradual transition to “clean” energy.