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Can the European phase-out of Russian gas imports help the environment while sourcing gas from allies like the US? E&E News compares US liquefied natural gas (LNG) with that of Russia and talks to SEI US Senior Scientist and Climate Policy Director Peter Erickson about how to meet Europe’s gas needs without failing climate goals.
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As Europe looks outside Russia for its liquefied natural gas (LNG), US efforts to ramp up its exports has drawn criticism from environmentalists while industry insiders claim American gas is cleaner than Russia’s.
E&E News explores whether the abandonment of Russian gas will result in a net benefit for the climate and consults SEI US Senior Scientist and Climate Policy Director Peter Erickson on how to walk the tightrope of adhering to climate goals while providing Europe the energy it requires.
Countries and companies must make room for these new LNG outputs by doubling down on electrification and renewables, he says.
Initiative / The Carbon Lock-In Initiative seeks to uncover and address the barriers that uphold the fossil fuel-based economy.
Media coverage / A report co-authored by SEI US Senior Scientist Peter Erickson recommends fixes to environmental reviews of new fossil fuel infrastructure in the US.
Feature / Russia's war against Ukraine leaves the EU with less money and other resources to invest in the green transition, says SEI Tallinn Senior Expert Harri Moora.
Media coverage / As part of the Think Sustainable Europe network, signatories, including SEI's Måns Nilsson, list six ways the EU Green Deal is important for Europe's safety.
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