LNG: A Nontechnical Guide

by Michael D. Tusiani

The demand for natural gas rises inexorably, straining traditional supplies. Increasingly, consuming countries are located remotely from gas resources. Here in everyday language and real-world examples is the clear presentation of LNG as the most viable energy answer. Using even the most conservative estimates, demand for LNG internationally will double by 2020, and billions of dollars will be needed for the infrastructure investment. This straightforward explanation of a complex industry shows how LNG can deliver a critical link in the energy demands of international economies.

Hardcover

First published August 1, 2007

Reviews

[Rory Lilley · Rating 4 out of 5]

About as fun as you’d imagine reading a textbook to be, but informative.

[Ian Kemp]

The authors are excited. Mainly it seems by the potential for a global spot market in LNG rather than the dedicated supply chains which currently dominate. The book is 2006 and already a bit dated - which of course supports the authors' point about rapid change in the industry. The technical overviews are quite good despite the title. I found the book ideally paced to use over a weekend to read fully the chapters relating to stuff new to me, and skim the stuff I'm already familiar with. A good intro to the industry.

[Derek · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this one to help provide some additional context for a new role in supporting LNG.

Although repetitive and monotonous in parts it explains in pretty thorough detail most aspects of the industry (technical aspects, project financing, business entity relationships, contracts, market history and current (as of a few yrs ago) state) including the upstream side, liquefaction, shipping and regas.