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APGA Scholarship programs
APGA is geared towards ensuring members have full access to educational opportunities that align with the principles outlined in the association's Strategic Plan. APGA Scholarships play a pivotal role in advancing the goals of the Engagement and Capability pillars within the association.
By providing financial support to members seeking professional development, attending conferences, and participating in relevant educational programs, these scholarships not only empower individuals but also contribute to a more skilled and engaged membership.
YPF & WPF Scholarships for the Emerging Fuels Symposium
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
The APGA Board, recognizing the strategic importance of fostering international collaboration and addressing the future of gas infrastructure, has approved the allocation of four scholarships, each valued at $5,000, totaling $20,000. These scholarships will be awarded to Young Pipeline Professionals (YPF), Women in Pipelines (WPF) members and other qualifying members to facilitate their attendance at the Emerging Fuels Symposium in Greece in May 2024.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The tri-partite research agreement, established in the 1990s, underscores the commitment of APGA, PRCI, and EPRG to collaborative research on gas infrastructure. Despite the relatively smaller scale of the Australian industry's research program compared to its European and North American counterparts, Australia's equal participation is facilitated by its specialised research on thin-wall pipelines and a track record of operationalising research into industry standards and processes. The proposed scholarships align with the historical practice of providing support for YPF members attending Joint Technical Meetings, showcasing a commitment to fostering knowledge exchange.
The Emerging Fuels Symposium, a new initiative highly relevant to the global industry, is an opportunity for members to engage in discussions and exchange insights on emerging trends. The current agenda is provided for reference.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must be under the age of 35, or be turning 35 in 2024.
- Applicants must be employed by a APGA member company.
- Applicants must have a professional record relevant to the seminars focus and display ongoing involvement in that field.
- Applicants must provide a clear and compelling statement outlining the applicant's reasons for attending the seminar and how it aligns with their professional goals.
- Application must provide a comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae that outlines the applicant's relevant experiences, achievements, and skills.
- Applicants must be able and willing to share learnings from the seminar with the broader APGA membership, either through webinar, presentation or seminar presentation.
- Any cost over the allotted amount to be funded by the applicant or applicants employer.
CLICK HERE APPLY For APGA Emerging Fuels Symposium.
Applications Close - 7 March 2024
Emerging Fuels Symposium - Details
- Athen, Greece: 8-10 May 2024
- Marriott Athens Hotel, 385, Syngrou Ave., 175 64, Athen
- https://www.eprg.net/about-eprg/news/news-detail/emerging-fuels-symposium
Symposium Abridged Agenda
| Day 1: Wednesday, 8th of May | |
| 0800-1200 | Registration - Poster sessions and open discussions |
| 1000-1030 | Morning Coffee |
| 1030-1045 | Opening |
| 1045-1145 | Welcome address from EPRG, PRCI, GERG and APGA (Fire side chat) Where are we, latest developments, major drawbacks, setting the scene |
| 1145-1215 | Young Pipeliners - TBD |
| 1215-1315 | Lunch |
| 1315-1445 | Plenary Session 1: Ammonia & Hydrogen Standards |
| Ammonia transmission pipelines – assessing dispersion characteristics and threat mitigation | |
| CONSENSUS ENGINEERING REQUIREMENTS FOR HYDROGEN PIPELINES | |
| Australia's Hydrogen Pipeline System Code of Practice – Final release update & comparison | |
| Session Q&A | |
| 1445-1515 | Afternoon Coffee Break |
| 1515-1715 | Panel discussions 1 & 2 |
| 1900-2100 | Evening welcome event |
| Day 2: Thursday, 9th of May | |
| 0800-0900 | Gathering/Coffee/Registration |
| 0900-1020 | Plenary Session 2: Hydrogen Storage |
| Design Considerations for Hydrogen Pipeline Systems Dedicated to Storage | |
| Converting an Existing Salt Cavern to Inject, Store and Withdraw Hydrogen via a “H2-ready” well. | |
| Latest findings from demonstration project HyStock | |
| Q&A | |
| 1020-1050 | Morning Coffee Break |
| 1050-1230 | Plenary Session 3: CCS |
| Considerations for CCS metering and allocation systems | |
| Examination of CO2 Pipe Burst Tests | |
| Experimental pressure distribution downstream of a running ductile fracture | |
| The effect of impurities on the decompression of CO2 | |
| 1230-1250 | Q&A |
| 1250-1350 | Lunch |
| 1350-1520 | Plenary Session 4: Hydrogen Transport |
| Steps required to make existing Gasunie natural gas pipelines suitable for hydrogen transport | |
| H2 transport through offshore pipelines - SAIPEM R&D | |
| POF perspective on ILI tool readiness for hydrogen pipeline inspection | |
| Session Q&A | |
| 1520-1550 | Afternoon Coffee Break – |
| 1550-1730 | Roundtable Session 1: Full Scale Testing |
| 1900-2300 | Individual walk |
| Day 3: Friday 10th of May | |
| 0800-0900 | Gathering & Coffee |
| 0900-1000 | Keynote and Panel |
| Keynote | |
| Fireside chat / panel on communication/reflecting the keynote | |
| Young pipelines (TBC) | |
| 1000-1030 | Morning Coffee Break – |
| 1030-1200 | Plenary Session 5: Biomethane/RNG |
| Reservoir Biogeochemical experiments for RNG acceptance in an aquifer natural gas storage. | |
| Biomethane Injection Best Practices | |
| BioSTAR 2C (RNG) | |
| Session Q&A | |
| 1200-1300 | Lunch |
| 1300-1450 | Plenary Session 6: Hydrogen Laboratory Testing |
| Investigation of Oxygen Inhibition Effects on Pipeline Steels | |
| Hydrogen-enhanced FCG and pressure variations | |
| Fracture toughness test methods for material qualification in gaseous hydrogen | |
| Effect of loading mode | |
| 1450-1520 | Afternoon Coffee |
| 1520-1650 | Panel discussion 3: Hydrogen laboratory testing |
| 1650-1720 | Wrap up |