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Methane, commonly known as “natural gas,” can be sold in a number of different forms. According to the Alternative Fuels Data Center, in the United States, most natural gas is considered a fossil fuel since it originates from heat and pressure on organic materials over millions of years.

Stephen Richards, vice president of engineering at Sapphire Technologies, discusses projections that US electricity demand will rise by 38% by 2035 and EVs will make up just over 50% of US passenger cars by 2030. The page notes challenges involving EV capacity, intermittency, and urban availability.

The page says high temperatures are straining the electricity grid and that energy recovery solutions can support the transition away from fossil fuels while maintaining grid security and reliability.

The page warns that delayed policy could lead developers to build parallel supply systems outside traditional markets, making coordination more difficult over time.

Calnetix Technologies and its subsidiary Sapphire Technologies presented papers and exhibited a turboexpander-generator for gas pressure letdown at the ASME Turbomachinery Virtual Technical Conference and Exposition, held June 7–11, 2021.

Sapphire Technologies offers jobs across various functions, with competitive pay and benefits.

Sapphire Technologies’ energy recovery systems are specifically designed to convert the energy wasted in pressure reduction processes into electric power without interrupting manufacturing or processing activities.

Sapphire Technologies’ Turboexpander solution harnesses the power of gas expansion for clean energy recovery. Ideal for Natural gas industrial applications, this energy recovery turboexpander system powered by a high speed turbine helps offset electrical cost and reduces carbon emission