Gas operators remain more than ever committed to delivering on the EU Green Deal’s objectives FRANCISCO P. DE LA FLOR GARCÍA , Lead, IGU Policy Task Force
TANIA MEIXÚS FERNÁNDEZ , GIE Chairwoman Methane Emissions group
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ethane emissions management and reduction has become a top priority for the European gas operators. For many years, gas operators have successfully been working to reduce methane emissions through
mandatory and voluntary initiatives, not only as a safety requirement but also for environmental reasons. According to the European Environment Agency published in May of 2021, between 1990 and 2018, methane emissions from the natural gas chain have been reduced by -58 % and they account for 0.5 % of total GHG emissions in the EU. The gas industry considers minimisation of methane emissions as an opportunity to actively contribute to short-term mitigation of climate change, accelerate environmental commitments and further enhance the environmental value of natural
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European gas industry is committed to curbing methane emissions
