Potenziale und Vorteile der Biomethan- Produktion in Südosteuropa
Potential and Advantages of Biomethane Production in Southeast Europe

Summary/Abstract: In 2009 several Southeast European (SEE) countries for the first time felt the negative effect of their strong energy overdependence on natural gas imports. The Russian-Ukraine gas dispute caused a cut-off from Russian gas inflows and – due to inefficient logistics in gas storage reserves and a lack of diversification opportunities – led to severe gas shortages in SEE countries. During the last decade natural gas became, because of its attractive price, one of the most preferred energy sources in SEE countries. Natural gas offers various utilization possibilities and compared to other fossil fuels emits less CO2 during the combustion process. Due to its lower price and substitution effects as a result of climate protection policies the demand for natural gas is expected to increase in the future. This will lead to accelerating gas prices and an increased dependence on imports.

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