The Kyoto protocol stipulates that the 39 industrial countries that signed the treaty must reduce their emissions of greenhouse gases by 5% between 2008-2012 compared to the 1990 benchmark year. Europe has converted the Kyoto protocol into an emission rights system for a number of branches of industry that together emit 45% of all greenhouse gases. The CO2 part of the system took effect on 1 January 2005 and requires that industry be more efficient in its use of energy.
A question of good will
Belgium pledged to reduce its emissions of CO2 by 7.5% by 2012. The regional governments have worked out a number of programs that industrial companies can sign up to voluntarily such as the Benchmarking Covenant and the Audit Covenant (on the Flemish side) or the Sectoral Agreements (in Wallonia). Participating companies pledge to work towards more rational use of energy and to limit CO2 emissions. In exchange, they are eligible for a number of subsidies such as an exemption from certain taxes or an environmental premium.
Why opt for natural gas?
By opting for natural gas your company is helping to achieve these environmental objectives.
Significantly less CO2 is emitted when natural gas is combusted than with other fossil fuels. Compared to fuel oil, the difference is as high as 25%.
Natural gas enables the development of advanced applications and equipment with relatively low consumption.
Due to its low sulphur content, natural gas releases virtually no SO2 when combusted, which means that it does not lead to acid rain.
Natural gas, and low nitrogen oxide burner technology in particular, leads to lower NOx emissions.
What is Distrigas doing for the environment?
Would you like to find out what the rational use of energy can mean for your company? As a supplier of natural gas, Distrigas helps you develop customized energy-efficient solutions. Your Account Manager keeps a close eye on environmental legislation to better inform you on how your company can contribute towards a cleaner environment.
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