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CNG FUEL FOR A GREENER PAKISTAN |
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In the last few years, CNG has become 'The Fuel' for the petrol engine vehicles in all the major cities of the country. In order to encourage the use of CNG as an alternate fuel in Pakistan, PSO has been playing a pivotal role in promoting this environment-friendly fuel for the general public. CNG business in Pakistan has recorded a substantial growth in the last couple of years and today we, as a nation, are at the top in Asia and third across the world in using CNG as an alternate fuel.
There have been a number of factors for such a rapid growth of CNG fuel in Pakistan, including increased awareness of environment-friendly fuels, availability of natural gas reserves in the country, efficient gas marketing distribution network and availability of piped gas in all major cities.
Although, the initial investment cost for installation of CNG kit is substantial, the prime factor for the wide acceptability and preference of CNG fuel is due to the price differential between the Motor Gasoline and CNG in Pakistan. As a result, CNG business has been gaining popularity day-by-day.
The CNG industry growth has also been significant due to the continuous patronage by the government, which has allowed duty-free import of CNG facility equipment. This government support provided the initial thrust in setting up CNG fueling stations throughout Pakistan.
PSO has more than 230 CNG stations operational in more than 30 cities and plenty more in the pipeline since its policy formulation in 1995. It is the first oil marketing company (OMC) to commission CNG facility at its retail outlet in January 1996.
PSO is also the first OMC to set up unconventional Mother-Daughter CNG stations on national highways where piped gas is currently unavailable. To ensure the safety standards, all PSO CNG dispensing facilities are carefully inspected by qualified and equipped HSE specialists. |
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