Addressing unaccounted-for-gas (UFG): Proactive techniques for optimal management and control

• DOI: 10.1016/j.esr.2024.101397
• Publication Date: 2024-05-06T22:37:01Z
• Authors: Fahad Bin Abdullah; Rizwan Iqbal; Mohammad Jawaid; Sadique Ahmad
• Keywords: Artificial intelligence; Environmental economics; Economics; Control (management); Energy industries. Energy policy. Fuel trade; Control strategy; Context (archaeology); Energy Supply and Security Issues for Developed Economies; Risk analysis (engineering); Business; Environmental resource management; Rebound Effect on Energy Efficiency and Consumption; Biology; Energy; Ecology; Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment; Rehabilitation; Paleontology; Computer science; General Energy; Sustainability; Network visibility; FOS: Biological sciences; Physical Sciences; Theft control; HD9502-9502.5; Process management; Unaccounted-for-Gas; Global Energy Transition and Fossil Fuel Depletion

This study addresses the critical issue of Unaccounted-for-Gas (UFG) in Pakistan's gas sector, a significant challenge undermining operational efficiency and sustainability. With comprehensive approach, research introduces tailored UFG Control strategy focused on "Network Visibility," Rehabilitation," "Theft Control," "Research & Development." These components aim to enhance accuracy metering distribution, reduce losses through advanced technological interventions, mitigate theft via robust monitoring mechanisms. By analyzing period from 2013 2019, findings reveal effectiveness proposed significantly improving efficiencies across sector. The also identifies key indicators for each component, facilitating ongoing performance evaluation strategic adjustments. localized approach management not only offers pathway but underscores importance integrating modern technologies with existing infrastructure address sector's unique challenges. contributes valuable insights into adaptation international methodologies Pakistani context, highlighting potential regional customization addressing issues. endeavors furnish policymakers industry stakeholders practical strategies aimed at sustainability natural