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‘Largest LNG port in Europe’ gets methane emissions certification

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🗞️ Driving the news: Grain LNG, Europe's largest liquefied natural gas port, has become the first facility outside North America to receive methane emissions certification from MiQ
The UK-based terminal, owned by National Grid, earned a 'B' grade in MiQ's audit, providing buyers with transparency on methane emissions tied to LNG cargoes
This certification aims to enhance transparency in the global LNG supply chain

🔭 The context: MiQ, a non-profit certification provider, has previously certified 20% of U.S. natural gas production, focusing on reducing methane emissions in the energy transition
The certification of Grain LNG marks a critical development as it is the first port globally and the first non-U.S. facility to receive such verification
National Grid's leadership highlights a growing focus on emissions transparency in Europe’s natural gas imports

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: By certifying methane emissions, Grain LNG contributes to reducing the environmental impact of natural gas, a potent greenhouse gas
This step aligns with global efforts to curb methane emissions in the energy sector, critical for mitigating climate change during the energy transition

⏭️ What's next: This certification could encourage other LNG terminals worldwide to adopt similar practices, pushing the natural gas industry toward greater accountability and lower emissions
European and UK natural gas buyers will now have more emission-transparent options

💬 One quote: “National Grid and Grain LNG have shown true leadership as the first operator to receive certification outside the US” – Georges Tijbosch, MiQ CEO

📈 One stat: MiQ has already certified the methane emissions of 20% of U.S. natural gas production

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