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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
Image courtesy of Snam Rete Gas
In summary, the approved version of INT NC:
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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.
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Assigns ENTSOG with the task of drafting an Interconnection Agree-
ment template that covers the default rules for the mandatory terms.
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Establishes a common set of units, for communication and data
exchange purposes.
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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
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Establishes procedures for managing possible cross-border trade
restrictions due to differences in odourisation practices
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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.
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