Application of Supply Chain Strategies to Improve the Performance of Syngas Networks

Abstract

Production and utilization of syngas have the benefits of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving energy security. Renewable energy can be generated from syngas by converting problematic waste products into useful fuels and can be produced onsite to reduce transmission losses and costs. However, syngas is experiencing slow investment, production, and utilization due to bottlenecks, which are rooted in its supply chain networks. To address these challenges, this study aims to explore and evaluate supply chain strategies that drive performance in syngas networks to guide stakeholders to develop and embrace supply chain initiatives for improved competitiveness, sustainability, and energy security. Procurement, production, distribution and logistics, and end-use adoption are established as the key supply chain strategies that should be embedded in syngas supply chains to improve performance. Collaboration and technology support these strategies. These strategies will address the supply chain challenges, including feedstock availability, technology limitations and distribution infrastructure inadequacies.