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Title: |
Natural Gas
Network Study |
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Objective: |
As a sequel to the
existing option and feasibility studies in the context of
the SYNERGY exercise and specific project studies, further
south-eastern European region-wide analytical work needs to be
carried out to justify decisions relating to transmission
interconnections, storage options and rehabilitation of
existing installations |
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Description: |
The study would provide a detailed
review of existing recent studies, give a perspective of
likely trends in regional gas consumption, evaluate the
maturity of projects and their ranking according to specific
criteria, and make recommendations on essential complementary
sector-related measures. Specific recommendations on regional
gas storage options and exploitation of local reserves are
also foreseen. |
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Preparation Status: |
First discussions |
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Economic/Financial Justification: |
Benefits of
improved availability and security of supply at lower cost,
and reduction of various supply-related risks. |
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Cost: |
EUR 1.5 million |
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Financing Plan: |
European
Commission (to be confirmed) |
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Borrower/Final Beneficiary: |
Regional |
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Major Sector/Project Issues: |
Co-ordination with national
and international initiatives |
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Responsible Staff: |
European Commission
Brussels
in consultation with the European Investment Bank
Luxembourg |
