Gas has ‘unique’ dual role to play in world energy, says GECF
Secretary General Hamel warns on gas underinvestment, and highlights the energy source as playing a transitional role in the West and being a destination fuel in the Global South
Natural gas is abundant, versatile, flexible and the cleanest of hydrocarbons—making it essential for supporting just and equitable energy transitions—according to Mohamed Hamel, secretary general of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF). In an exclusive interview with Petroleum Economist, Hamel explained that gas’ adaptability means it can act as both a transitional fuel in places such as Europe, which is clearly on the path to building out renewables, and also as a destination energy source that acts as a building block for economic growth in places such as Africa. Hamel also pointed out that the GECF projects gas demand will grow by 34% over the next three decades. By 2050, gas is expe
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