Gas Energy Australia Calls for Greater Role for Gas

Gas Energy Australia, country's peak gaseous fuels body has called on the major parties in the country to give gas a key role in combatting climate change and improving the environment.

Mike Carmody, CEO of Gas Energy Australia said that all parties’ election policies should target greater use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Australia’s transport sector.

Transport sector contributed 14% of Australia’s net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions which is expected to double by 2050, Carmody said. “Currently, Australia’s long-haul fleets and mining companies rely on diesel which is a poor cousin to LNG and CNG for environment and health outcomes.”

“CNG is a suitable fuel for medium duty trucks and buses while LNG is more suitable for heavy vehicles including those used in mining. Long haul, waste management, back to base, mining and other businesses could deliver environmental and health benefits to the community by including gas powered vehicles in their fleets,” Carmody said.  

 “What Australia needs now is an incoming government to show strong leadership so the community get the full benefits of our native gas fuels,” he said.