ENTSOG Annual Report 2014

In summary, the approved version of INT NC:

\\ Makes Interconnection Agreements mandatory for each interconnec- tion point, with specific mandatory terms that facilitate the efficient operation of interconnected networks, as required for a Europe-wide integrated gas market. \\ Assigns ENTSOG with the task of drafting an Interconnection Agree- ment template that covers the default rules for the mandatory terms. \\ Establishes a common set of units, for communication and data exchange purposes. \\ Defines a process to: –– Overcome possible cross-border trade restrictions due to gas quality issues –– Offer information to consumers on short-term variations on quality parameters –– Monitor long-term gas quality changes \\ Establishes procedures for managing possible cross-border trade restrictions due to differences in odourisation practices \\ Defines harmonised communication solutions for necessary data exchange and a transparent process for the development of common network operation tools including public consultations in line with Article 8 Regulation (EC) 715/2009 After the second comitology meeting, INT NC was subject to a three-month scrutiny period. INT NC is foreseen to come into force in May 2015 and shall apply from 1 May 2016.

If we were by magic to switch overnight all of the world’s coal-fired power plants to modern natural gas fired combined cycle plants we would experience a reduction of over 5GT CO 2 /year in global emissions, 15% of the current total

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ENTSOG Annual Report 2014