UNITED LPG

Efficient, Affordable, and Eco-Friendly

What is LPG?

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is a by-product of natural gas extraction and crude oil refining, primarily composed of propane and butane. At room temperature, it's a colorless, odorless gas that liquefies under pressure, reducing its volume by 250x for easy storage and transport.

Key Properties

  • • Energy density: 20.7 MJ/kg
  • • Heavier than air
  • • Ignition temperature: 380°C+

Safety Features

  • • Odorant added for leak detection
  • • 80% liquid fill in cylinders
  • • Requires 2-10% concentration to ignite
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LPG Composition

LPG Market Insights

Production

LPG is extracted during natural gas processing and oil refining. Over 140 billion m³ of potential LPG is flared annually, representing significant untapped resources.

Consumption

Global consumption reached 249 million tons in 2010. While industrial countries use LPG for heating and petrochemicals, developing nations primarily use it for cooking.

Distribution

Requires sophisticated infrastructure: supply points → primary storage → distributors → consumers. Rural areas in developing countries often lack reliable distribution networks.

Why Choose LPG?

Advantages

  • Clean burning (low emissions)
  • High energy efficiency (8-9x fuelwood)
  • Instant heat & precise control

Challenges

  • Explosion risks (if mishandled)
  • Limited rural access
  • Affordability barriers
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Safety Guidelines

Storage Safety

Always store cylinders upright in well-ventilated areas away from heat sources

Leak Detection

Use soapy water to check for leaks - never flames or electronic devices

Emergency Protocol

Immediately evacuate and contact professionals if you smell gas

Eco-friendly LPG
16x Lower Emissions

Environmental Considerations

Reduced Deforestation

1kg LPG = 0.5 ton of wood energy equivalent

Climate Impact

5-16x lower GHG emissions than coal

Sustainability Challenges

Non-renewable resource dependent on fossil fuel extraction

Global Landscape

Challenges

  • Rural access limitations in developing countries
  • Price volatility (0.40 - 3.26 USD/kg across 20 countries)
  • Competition with free biomass collection

Opportunities

  • Untapped flared gas potential (70 million tons/year)
  • Growing 5% annual demand in Asia-Pacific
  • Health benefits from reduced indoor pollution