Cradle to Consumer
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de55e0b4-1b4b-43a0-b113-ce469d49e04a
Materials
Associated ID
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Description
This dataset is a market activity dataset representing the crude oil consumption mix in the region. Markets group together producers and imported products within the same geographic area (if relevant). They also account for transportation (distribution) to consumers and associated losses during the process (if relevant). This is the crude oil market for the China region, with the consumption structure calculated based on China Customs statistical data and international crude oil production statistics. Import and export flows as well as intercontinental maritime transport are included, with long-distance crude oil transportation referencing Meili et al. (2022, p. 3. Section 4), this information describes the modeling approach for transporting crude oil from the extraction site to the destination port via pipelines or tanker ships. The average transportation distance within China is also included, where crude oil is primarily transported via waterways and pipelines. Data sources include the China Communications Yearbook, China Energy Statistical Yearbook, China Statistical Yearbook, and customs statistics from the General Administration of Customs.
Activity Description
This dataset represents the extraction of crude oil and natural gas from oil fields. This process includes the oil production phase and the surface processing phase. The oil production process involves using pumping units to lift oil and gas, bringing crude oil and natural gas from underground to the surface. Surface processing mainly includes three-phase separation of oil, gas, and water, as well as external transportation of oil and gas.
Process Description
Crude oil is a fossil fuel with a net calorific value of 43.4 MJ/kg. The density of crude oil varies depending on the characteristics of the oil field, and its relative density typically ranges from 0.75 to 0.95 g/cm³. Crude oil is primarily produced through underground extraction. It is mainly used as a feedstock in refineries for the production of various fuels and petrochemical products.
Time period
2023
2026
Geography
China
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology