Next generation technology to reduce costs and environmental impact in Argentina

In the Neuquén Province, specifically in Sierra Chata, a petroleum and gas operator is working on one of its most significant projects in Argentina. At this location, the company makes use of a very old gas turbine, which translates into high power generation costs. For this reason, the operator decided to initiate a tendering process in order to find a solution that would provide highly efficient systems and, at the same time, utilize gas deposits to generate power.

In the Neuquén Province, specifically in Sierra Chata, a petroleum and gas operator is working on one of its most significant projects in Argentina. At this location, the company makes use of a very old gas turbine, which translates into high power generation costs. For this reason, the operator decided to initiate a tendering process in order to find a solution that would provide highly efficient systems and, at the same time, utilize gas deposits to generate power.

The customer wanted to take advantage of the benefits of a hybrid energy solution. Aggreko happened to be the only company capable of offering a solution that provides energy storage and complies with space limitations.

For this project, we provided four gas generators and one battery, which would ensure greater efficiency and fuel performance, reducing the consumption of gas by 13% to 20%.

This unique energy solution combines generation and storage systems that are perfectly integrated and managed by our software platform - guaranteeing the full availability and optimisation of power when the customer needs it. At the same time, our great technical expertise and flexibility on the use of fuel enabled us to utilise the gas produced in the field, adapting our approach to the conditions in the well and the needs of the customer, key factors for the success of this project.

Power generation is a significant portion of operative costs for projects within the petroleum and gas industry. The consumption of fuel is reduced to improve system efficiency, resulting in general savings with regard to power costs.

This project is of particular importance to Aggreko, as it represents the first battery installed in all of Latin America. Aggreko currently has more than 60 systems installed in the Neuquén basin, supporting the production of petroleum that powers the economy of Argentina every day.