Gasum: LNG offers flexible alternative for industrial processes

Energy company Gasum is promoting liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied biogas (LBG) as viable alternatives for industrial processes, aiming to replace traditional fuels like oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

The company suggests that LNG and LBG offer significant sustainability advantages as industries transition towards carbon neutrality and face tightening emission regulations. LNG extends the use of cleaner natural gas to regions beyond existing pipeline networks in Nordic countries. Gasum also notes that blending natural gas with biogas can further reduce emissions, aiding companies in meeting their reduction targets.

Switching from oil to natural gas or LNG can lead to the complete elimination of sulfur oxides (SOx) and particles, and a reduction in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions of up to 85 percent. LNG is reported to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by at least 20 percent compared to conventional fuels, while LBG can achieve reductions of up to 90 percent on a life cycle basis.

Gasum states that customer evidence indicates a seamless transition to LNG or LBG is possible without requiring additional investments in existing infrastructure. The company is expanding its biogas supply in the Nordic region, with a goal to offer 7 TWh of biogas annually by 2027. Logistics for LNG primarily rely on tanker trucks, ensuring delivery flexibility.

The company emphasizes that LNG is a future-proofed energy source. Coupled with increasing fossil fuel prices due to stricter EU emission targets, LBG is presented as a competitive choice.