Europe overbuilding on gas infrastructure – report
The Dunkirk LNG terminal in France. Europe’s import infrastructure may remain underused. (EDF)
Europe may be constructing too much gas infrastructure as future demand for the fuel could be much lower than previously thought, according to a study presented in Brussels last week.
The report – published by Energy Union Choices, an umbrella organisation started by the European Climate Foundation – said pipelines and LNG terminals under development could collectively lead to a 58% increase in EU gas import capacity, much more than is needed.