AI Overview
In the United States, there are over 2.5 million miles of pipelines, including those for oil and natural gas. Specifically, there are approximately 190,000 miles of liquid petroleum pipelines. These pipelines are operated by thousands of companies, both large and small, and play a crucial role in transporting energy resources. Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Overall Pipeline Length: The US has a vast network of over 2.5 million miles of pipelines, enough to circle the earth 100 times.
Liquid Petroleum Pipelines: Specifically, there are over 190,000 miles of liquid petroleum pipelines.
Companies Operating Pipelines: Approximately 3,000 companies are involved in operating these pipelines, according to the Department of Transportation (.gov).
Function: Pipelines are essential for transporting crude oil from production areas to refineries and chemical plants, as well as for distributing refined products.
Safety and Efficiency: Pipelines are a safe and efficient way to transport energy resources, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Planned Oil Pipelines by 2028
While the exact number of oil pipelines planned to be operating in the US in 2028 is difficult to pinpoint, it's estimated that around 501 planned and announced trunk/transmission oil and gas pipelines are expected to come online during the period of 2024-2028, according to Offshore Technology. Of these, 333 are planned pipelines with identified development plans, and 168 are early-stage announced pipelines, according to Offshore Technology. The US is expected to have the most extensive trunk/transmission pipeline network globally during this period, according to Offshore Technology.
Elaboration:
Dominance of Trunk/Transmission Pipelines: The trunk/transmission pipelines segment is projected to be the most active in terms of midstream projects in the US up to 2028, according to World Pipelines.
Total Projects: Global Data estimates that 186 midstream projects are expected to start operations in the US between 2024 and 2028, according to World Pipelines.
US Leadership in Pipeline Length: The US is expected to have the largest trunk/transmission pipeline network in the world during this period, with 815,358 km or 506,640 miles of pipelines.
Breakdown
of Projects: The 501 planned and announced trunk/transmission oil and
gas pipelines are further categorized into:
·
333
Planned Pipelines: These have identified development plans.
· 168 Announced Pipelines: These are early-stage projects still undergoing conceptual studies.
Other Midstream Activities: Besides trunk/transmission pipelines, other midstream projects include oil storage (18%), and liquefied natural gas (17%), according to Offshore Technology.
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Keystone XL Pipeline
The Keystone XL pipeline project has been terminated and will not be resuming construction. It was officially abandoned by TC Energy on June 9, 2021. The project was canceled after President Biden revoked the key cross-border permit on his first day in office, according to NPR.
Prior to the termination, the pipeline was under construction and was expected to be completed in 2022 with operations starting in early 2023. However, the project faced significant opposition and legal challenges, and the cancellation ultimately ended the decade-long battle over the pipeline.
The Government of Alberta and TC Energy agreed to an orderly exit from the project, with the final costs to the government expected to be within $1.3 billion, according to the Alberta government.
https://www.google.com/search?q=when+is+the+keystone+xl+pipeline+expected+to+resume+construction
Does Oil Pipeline Use produce savings?
Yes, oil pipeline transportation is generally considered the most cost-effective and efficient method for moving large volumes of oil and gas over long distances, leading to significant cost savings.
Here's
why pipelines offer savings:
· Lower operational
costs: Once a pipeline is constructed, operating costs are relatively low
compared to other transport methods like rail or trucks, according
to esimtech.com.
They don't have recurring expenses such as fuel for vehicles, drivers' wages,
or fleet maintenance.
· High efficiency and
continuity: Pipelines offer continuous, 24/7 operation, capable of moving
large quantities of oil efficiently.
· Reduced energy
consumption: Pipelines can use up to 70% less energy than trucks or trains
to transport crude oil, resulting in energy savings for operators, notes
Dombor Valve.
· Lower per-barrel
transportation cost: While initial construction costs are high, pipelines
offer a significantly lower per-barrel transportation cost compared to rail or
trucks over the long term. For example, transporting crude oil by pipeline can cost
roughly $5 per barrel, while rail transport can cost $10-$15 per barrel, and
truck transport can reach $20 per barrel.
· Reduced need for on-site storage: Pipelines' continuous flow reduces the need for extensive on-site storage facilities.
In
essence, while the initial investment in pipeline construction is substantial,
the long-term operational efficiencies and reduced energy consumption make them
a more economical choice for large-scale, long-distance oil transport compared
to other methods.
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It
costs US$5.00 to move a barrel of oil by pipeline. In fact, rail is two to
three times more expensive than moving the same volume by pipeline. Truck
transport costs US$20 per barrel—four times more expensive than pipelines.
Comments
These Pipelines will be funded and built by private companies. Government’s role is monitor through the EPA and to issue permits.
Norb Leahy, Dunwoody GA Tea Party Leader
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