Snam's €14.5bn Investment to Transition Gas Network for Green Fuels
Key Ideas
  • Snam, the Italian gas grid operator, plans to invest €14.5bn between 2028 and 2032 to modify its infrastructure for green fuels like hydrogen and CO₂.
  • The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality for direct and indirect emissions by 2040 and net zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on reducing methane emissions.
  • Sustainability is a key focus for Snam, with a commitment to reaching 85% sustainable finance by 2027 and significant reductions in CO₂ and methane emissions already achieved.
  • Snam's transition strategy aligns with the Italian National Energy and Climate Plan, emphasizing a long-term vision towards net-zero emissions by 2050 while ensuring minimal risk of stranded assets.
Italian gas grid operator Snam has announced a substantial investment of €14.5bn to adapt its infrastructure for the energy transition towards green fuels like hydrogen and CO₂. The investment, scheduled for the period between 2028 and 2032, aims to repurpose the existing gas network to support these eco-friendly alternatives. Snam's strategy includes emission reduction targets of 25% by 2027, 40% by 2030, and 50% by 2032, with a comprehensive road map towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The company's transition plan emphasizes the technical and economic feasibility of transforming its gas infrastructure while addressing concerns of potential asset obsolescence due to new LNG projects. By aligning with the Italian National Energy and Climate Plan and European industry standards, Snam sets a sustainable course for its operations up to 2040 and beyond. Snam's risk analysis indicates a secure business model with minimal asset stranding risk, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. The company has already seen notable reductions in CO₂ emissions and plans for further decreases, alongside significant reductions in methane emissions. Snam's CEO highlights the importance of sustainable finance in achieving ambitious decarbonization goals and emphasizes the need for a system-wide sustainability road map for a successful transition to net zero emissions.
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