A leading LNG specialist highlighted the importance of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the Philippines’ shift to cleaner energy, stressing its role in establishing energy security and environmental preservation.
In a report by the Philippine Star, Engineer Ina Pauline Abelon stressed that LNG’s reliability and security are critical to the country’s energy future, given the expected exhaustion of the Malampaya natural gas supply by 2027.
Abelon also clarified that, contrary to misconceptions about LNG safety, it is odorless, non-carcinogenic, non-toxic, and non-flammable in its liquid state. Unlike liquefied petroleum gas, LNG vapor disperses rapidly, minimizing the risk of accumulation.
She explained that there are stringent safety measures in place for LNG power plants, such as Quantitative Risk Assessments and advanced control systems.
LNG is seen as a transition fuel, which could fill the gap between traditional energy and renewable energy sources.
Abelon pointed out that LNG’s steady availability and capacity are key advantages for supporting intermittent renewable energy sources like wind and solar. She noted that LNG can offer reliable, continuous energy, making it an essential partner for maintaining a stable energy supply around the clock.
