Experts from seven universities express concern over potential investments in LNG infrastructure, arguing it's more damaging than coal. They highlight the contradiction between LNG development and government commitments to reduce fossil fuel dependence, citing the Climate Act's aims for lower emissions. LNG, often viewed as a transition fuel, actually has severe environmental impacts, especially due to methane leaks and energy-intensive extraction. Research indicates that allowing LNG could prevent significant strides toward cleaner energy systems, as demand for gas is projected to decline with the rise of renewable energies.
LNG is a severely polluting energy source, with research showing it causes more climate damage than coal, undermining commitments to reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Experts warn that LNG, while framed as a 'transition fuel,' is more damaging than coal due to methane leaks and energy-intensive extraction processes.
Allowing LNG could entrench fossil fuel dependence, risking the chance to transition to a cleaner energy system, as demand for gas is expected to fall.
Government officials are considering an LNG import facility not just for emergencies, raising concerns about contradicting commitments to the Climate Act's emission reductions.
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