Comment l’industrie du gaz naturel peut-elle faire progresser les objectifs de double carbone? Une étude de cas de la Chine selon la perspective de la chaîne industrielle

Abstract

Natural gas appears to be an appropriate transition energy source, because its socio-ecological effects are less harmful than for oil or coal (e.g., low carbon dioxide emissions), while its energy efficiency is rather high and its operating costs are relatively affordable. This article aims to explore the specific case of China and, in particular, how its natural gas industry can contribute to reaching the objectives of CO2 emission peaks and carbon neutrality (double carbon) formulated by the Chinese government. After introducing the subject, the article presents the principles, procedures, and processes relating to the exploitation of natural gas, then examines the Chinese case in further detail. A final section summarizes the article and discusses prospects by offering recommendations for the natural gas industry in China to move towards carbon neutrality.