‘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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