Stationary Emissions Sources And SCR/SNCR Technologies In North America – Legislation And Potential

London (I-Newswire) September 6, 2011 - Integer Research has released a study covering the application of SCR/SNCR (Selective catalytic and non-catalytic reduction) technology to stationary emissions sources in the USA and evaluating its potential impact on nitrogen consumption.

The market for ammonia and urea for use in industrial SCR/SNCR systems installed at coal-fired power stations and other stationary emission sources is under the influence of two major structural changes.

The first is the increasing cost and difficulty of shipping ammonia by road or rail, based on safety concerns. Secondly, the expanding market for DEF (Diesel Emission Fluid) in mobile applications has prompted major investment in urea logistics and infrastructure. This will attract new entrants, particularly distributors, who will spot an opportunity in the stationary SCR/SNCR market.

With a view to establishing a link between these SCR/SNCR applications and changes to the nitrogen consumption curve, Integer Research has completed its first overview of the US stationary environmental controls market. The report offers in-depth coverage of the legislation that is driving emission controls at power plants as well as industrial boilers, waste incinerators and cement factories, with a special focus on the US market.

The study includes:

• A US legislation timeline
• Detailed background on the US power generation market
• Analysis of SCR/SNCR technologies and associated costs
• The results of an Integer Survey of customer requirements
• A forecast of reagent consumption into SCR/SNCR at coal-fired power plants to 2015
• Profiles of reagent suppliers and their distribution strategies

Legislation is also prompting changes in the cement sector, with new requirements for mercury and NOx emissions starting in 2013 and final norms on emissions from industrial boilers and waste incinerators under discussion at present. The study looks at the potential for SCR/SNCR and nitrogen consumption in the US cement sector, as the law requires kilns to install new technology to reduce their impact on the environment.

This report is the latest addition to Integer’s comprehensive surveys of the US DEF market and a recently-completed overview of the non-road sector.

Notes for editors:

SCR: Selective catalytic reduction. SCR, or Selective Catalytic Reduction, is an emissions control technology first employed on coal-fired power stations to clean oxides of nitrogen (NOx) from the exhaust gasses. In 2006, the technology successfully crossed into the European heavy-duty diesel market, where it enabled trucks to meet the Euro IV and V limits.

SNCR: Selective non-catalytic reduction - Selective non-catalytic reduction. SNCR or Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction, is a mature emissions control technology employed on industrial boilers, steam generators, incinerators and municipal solid waste recovery facilities. It was pioneered in the 1970s and can be designed for seasonal or year-round operations.

NOx: The term nitrogen oxides (NOx), refers to various oxides of nitrogen, which are formed during the high-temperature combustion of fossil fuels. They are regarded as major atmospheric pollutants. Nitrogen oxides are abbreviated as NOx, and generally refer to nitrogen oxide (NO), and nitrogen dioxide (NO2). NOx is proven to have a detrimental effect on the environment and on human health.

DEF: Diesel Emission Fluid. DEF is non hazardous and consists of 67.5% de-ionized water and 32.5% urea, and is used in combination with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology in mobile applications. When combined with a catalyst it breaks down NOx into nitrogen and water.

About the Report
The report “The Stationary SCR/SNCR Market in North America” Legislation and potential for nitrogen consumption is published by Integer Research Ltd.

For more information on this report contact:

Monica Baker
Tel: +44 20 7503 1265
Email: Monica.Bianchi-Baker@integer-research.com

About Integer Research Ltd:
Integer is an independent research company and a specialist provider of data, analysis, consultancy services and events for the emissions reduction, fertilizer and wire & cable industries.

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