This module provides information about the type of natural gas processing that happens in the downstream sector of the industry.
When you complete this module you will be able to:

  • Describe the two main components of the downstream natural gas sector in British Columbia.
  • Name three refined natural gas products produced in the downstream sector.
  • Describe the three largest users of natural gas in North America and what they use natural gas for.
  • Identify factors that influence the price of natural gas.

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Industry Sector Classification

Remember that in this program, we are using a three-sector classification system to describe the natural gas industry in British Columbia. Sometimes though, you may hear reference to just two-sectors: upstream and downstream. In the two-sector system, everything in the midstream sector is included in the downstream sector.