The decarbonization of gas in the Southern Cone of South America
This report examines the decarbonization of gas in the Southern Cone of South America, focusing on Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. It explores the potential for biogas, biomethane, and hydrogen, and the challenges and opportunities associated with these decarbonized gases.
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Report location: | abstract |
Language: | English |
Publisher: | Oxford Institute for Energy Studies |
Publication date: | December 1, 2021 |
Authors: | Fernanda Delgado, Hernan Carlino, Ieda Gomes, Luara Sousa, Lucian Caratori, Luciano Caratori |
Time horizon: | 2030 - 2050 |
Geographic focus: | South America, Global, Argentina, Brazil, Chile |
Page count: | 64 |
Methods
The research method involved analyzing the nationally determined contributions (NDCs) of Argentina, Brazil, and Chile, assessing their energy industries, CO2 emissions, and natural gas usage. The study also examined the potential for decarbonized gas development, including biogas, biomethane, and hydrogen, and identified barriers to realizing this potential.
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Key Insights
The Southern Cone countries are increasing renewable energy use and exploring decarbonized gases like biogas, biomethane, and hydrogen. Argentina has a well-established gas industry but faces infrastructure risks in the energy transition. Brazil's vast agricultural sector offers significant biogas potential, while Chile aims for GHG neutrality by 2050, focusing on renewable energy and green hydrogen. All three countries face challenges in developing decarbonized gas markets and infrastructure.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2021 publication year | 2030 time horizon | 2030s time horizon | 2050 time horizon | 2050s time horizon | Argentina geographic scope | Brazil geographic scope | Chile geographic scope | English publication language | Global geographic scope | biogas | biomethane | co2 emissions | decarbonization | energy | energy policy | energy transition | fossil fuels | green hydrogen | hydrogen | infrastructure | natural gas | renewable energy | south america geographic scope | southern cone geographic scope