Carbon-neutral 'Green' LNG: a pathway to the energy transition

摘要

As the cleanest-burning hydrocarbon, natural gas will continue to be in demand in the decades ahead. Estimates are demand will rise by 50% from 3,950Bn m~3 (bcm) in 2019 to 5,920 bcm by 2050, according to the 2020 edition of the GECF Global Gas Outlook 2050. In spite of that, meeting global targets for climate change mitigation remain our biggest challenges. Significant emissions are released through the combustion of gas to drive the liquefaction process, while any carbon dioxide (CO_2) detached before entering the plant is frequently emitted into the atmosphere. Subsequently, investors, regulators, and customers exert mounting pressure on the gas industry, as it needs to do more to accomplish climate objectives and focus on reducing emissions.