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Post Date: 2024-05-16
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On the sidelines of the 4th International
Conference on Engineering Sciences, Energy, Environment, and Climate Change,
the Department of Chemical Engineering held a lecture titled "Natural Gas
in Iraq: Economic Importance and Available Technical Capabilities for Its
Exploitation." The lecture was delivered by Dr. Mohammed
Abdul Mezeal from the Oil Research and Development Center, Ministry of Oil, on
Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 12:00 PM. During the lecture, Dr. Mazal addressed the
numerous challenges facing the oil sector in the exploitation of natural gas in
Iraq and the future prospects for self-sufficiency. Alongside the lecture, a
discussion workshop was conducted, moderated by Associate Professor Dr. Abbas
Abdul Karim Mahmoud, focusing on gas emissions resulting from the use of
petroleum products and the burning of natural gas and its impact on the
environment. Several ideas emerged from the discussion, including: 1.
The Ministry of Environment should set
conditions for investing companies during contract signing, such as using
modern technologies to reduce emissions from refineries, for example, using
Carbon Capture Equipment. 2.
Relying on reputable international companies
in the licencing rounds to ensure contracts are awarded to them, aiming for the
development of the oil sector and keeping pace with global advancements in this
field. 3.
The necessity of exploiting natural gas and
associated gas, as they are national resources that can significantly support
the country's economy. 4.
Utilizing natural and associated gas in
hydrogen production, as it is a clean and abundant source of energy, aligning
with the current global trend. 5.
The urgency of completing the exploration of
natural gas fields in the expected areas, as delays represent future economic
losses.
The lecture received significant attention
from the esteemed attendees, including the department's head and faculty members and
those from other departments, due to its vital topic related to developing the
investment of important resources in our country and achieving its economic
prosperity.