LNG: A Seriously Underrated Low-Carbon Energy Technology
Article from: OGEL 5 (2011), in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
Introduction
LNG has been seriously underrated by climate policymakers. It is the only major energy technology that has the scale to slow the rate of growth of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, facilitate the transition to a renewable energy future, and alleviate global energy security concerns. The development of LNG trade is pivotal as a short to medium term pathway to a sustainable energy future. The entire LNG production, transportation and consumption cycle should not attract carbon penalties, in whatever form, or be subjected to emissions restrictions. The accelerated ...