Publications
Articles by SOLIDENERGY engineers: feedstock, SHC / Galoter technology, processing products and industry reviews.
Oil shale: origin, properties and industrial significance
Oil shale is one of the world's largest sources of organic feedstock, capable of serving as an alternative to conventional oil and gas. This article examines its origin, key characteristics and its role in modern energy and the chemical industry.
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Global oil shale reserves and the prospects for their development
Oil shale resources significantly exceed conventional oil reserves in many regions of the world. We review the geography of the largest deposits, the industry's leading countries and the prospects for shale-processing projects.
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Oil shale processing products: from fuels to chemical feedstock
Modern technologies make it possible to obtain a wide range of marketable products from oil shale. This article examines the main processing products, the directions of their use and the options for further processing.
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Shale oil and tight oil: what is the difference?
The terms 'shale oil' and 'tight oil' are often used interchangeably, although they denote fundamentally different types of hydrocarbon feedstock. We break down the differences between them, the methods of production and the areas of application.
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SHC / Galoter technology: development history and industrial application
SHC (Galoter) technology is one of the most successful industrial methods for processing oil shale and other feedstocks. We review the history of its creation, the key stages of its development and examples of implementation at industrial sites.
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