Clean

LPG is one of the cleanest energy sources, in terms of transport, storage and end-use. Associated CO2 emissions are considerably less than those of most other fossil fuels. Furthermore, LPG emits almost no NOx (nitrogen oxide), SOx (sulphur oxide) or PM (particulate matters).

These characteristics allow LPG to contribute not only to fighting climate change but also to environmental protection in general and the improvement of indoor and outdoor air quality in particular.

Healthy

LPG’s physico-chemical characteristics make it a clean energy that can facilitate growth and development without posing a threat to human beings.

Generating fewer CO2 emissions than other fossil fuels and only trace amounts of NOx (nitrogen oxide), SOx (sulphur oxide) and PM (particulate matters), the combustion of LPG has no harmful effects on human health.

Multi-purpose

Whether used for cooking, space and water-heating or automotive fuel, LPG is a highly flexible and immediately available solution to the energy needs of European citizens.

Thanks to a wide range of packaging and storage options (cartridges, refillable cylinders from 2 kg to 45 kg bulk tanks placed above or below ground, etc …), LPG is suitable for a multitude of applications.

Portable

With its high volume-to-energy-yield ratio and flexibility in terms of packaging and storage, LPG can be transported, stored and used effectively anywhere on earth.

Easily converted into liquid form, LPG can be delivered can be transported in bulk form in large tanks, carried by rail, by road or by sea. Alternatively, it can be delivered to end-users in individual cylinders by truck.

LPG can thus be distributed in cities, industrial zones, and low-density residential areas as well as in remote rural regions (mountains, islands, etc…).

The wide reach of LPG’s distribution network makes it an ideal complement to the natural gas (methane) grid.

It can rapidly be put into action in the aftermath of natural disasters and humanitarian crises requiring local availability of energy for heating, cooking or power generation.

Efficient

With a high calorific value (47.3 Tj/Gg), LPG is among the most efficient fuels available. Its use reduces waste and helps lessen the strain of energy use on the natural environment.

Furthermore, due to their direct and frequent contact with end-users, LPG distributors are well-placed to inform and educate citizens about strategies for achieving more efficient energy use.

Strategic

There are no concerns as to the availability of LPG in the foreseeable future. LPG can therefore play an ongoing role in Europe’s energy portfolio both now and in the future, enhancing security of supply by contributing to diversification.

LPG enjoys the advantages of multiple origins, numerous entry-points into Europe and a highly flexible supply chain. Vulnerability to supply disruption is further reduced by the absence of pipe networks.