An off-island gas industry expert believes that renewable liquid gas is an ideal transition fuel to ensure a fair and affordable energy transition for the islands, following significant progress in renewable gas research and development.
Islands Energy Group (IEG) welcomed a visit from George Webb, the Chief Executive of Liquid Gas UK (LGUK) last month. Mr Webb updated IEG’s team on the latest progress made in renewable gas research and development, discussed LGUK’s ongoing trials and policy engagement with UK government, and outlined the next steps for the industry; including key updates on Bio LPG and dimethyl ether (rDME) development and planned trials, regulatory milestones, and future plant costings.
Liquid Gas UK is the trade association for the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and renewable liquid gases industry in the UK. Its purpose is to promote growth and sustainability, influence government policy and promote industry safety and best practice.
Mr Webb said of his visit: “It was important to visit Islands Energy Group to hear about their net zero vision for the future. The renewable liquid gas industry is going through some significant and positive changes on its journey to net zero, so it was great to hear more about how industry evolution could be practically applied here in the islands. I look forward to collaborating with IEG on a greener future.”
Alex Herschel (main picture), Chief Sustainability Officer at Islands Energy Group, said: “We are delighted that George visited our Jersey office and shared his vast industry insights on renewable liquid gas with us. The liquid gas sector is investing over £600m by 2025 on research and development in renewable liquid gas which will make significant progress towards decarbonising LPG across the UK.
“We believe that the only way to achieve a greener future is through a carefully managed transition period that employs a mixed-energy solution. Liquid gas is one option that could work extremely well for our islands as it can cut carbon emissions by up to 90% and doesn’t require a new network to be built, or new equipment to be installed in customers’ homes. We look forward to continuing to consult with LGUK and other industry bodies to work out which solution will best suit our islands.”
