About CNG

CNG has exactly the same properties as natural gas in its gaseous state. However, it can be stored at 300 times atmospheric pressure, which reduces the volume by an equal amount. Transported in high pressure tanks, it is the ideal choice for short-range daily trips.
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Supply dynamics

To fuel vehicles with CNG, the natural gas from Énergir’s gas network is first compressed to occupy 300 times less space than diesel or gasoline. The CNG is then stored in high pressure tanks at fuelling stations along the Blue Road. There are currently 18 fuelling stations supplying CNG for light, medium and heavy vehicles on short-range daily trips, providing up to 1,000 km of travel per full tank.
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The Blue Road, a growing network of stations

Introduced in 2011, the Blue Road is the first public network of compressed and liquefied natural gas refuelling stations for Canada’s transportation industry. Some of the stations are located along the corridor of highways A-20/H-401, between Québec City and Toronto. As deployment of the Blue Road continues, compressed or liquefied natural gas fuelling points will be added in a strategic, flexible manner at various Québec and Ontario locations.
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CNG is used in a number of sectors

Compressed natural gas meets several categories of need including waste collection, passenger transportation (long distance, inter-city) and freight transportation. 
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A complementary solution

Where public transit is concerned, vehicle electrification is one alternative to diesel, but this solution isn’t sufficient in some cases, i.e. for transportation over long distances or on winding terrain, where CNG proves more efficient.

Passenger transportation vehicles running on CNG produce less GHG and less noise—two factors that allow for a better experience among primary users: our citizens. CNG is also more economical than diesel, which is a considerable advantage for companies managing vehicles with high fuel consumption, further exacerbated by their frequent stops.
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Adapted solutions

To reduce their GHG emissions, road tractors can opt for LNG or CNG. Those with less daily mileage to cover or a lower charge to drag often choose CNG, which is better suited to short-range daily transportation. Several engine models are available to allow freight transportation companies to convert their vehicle fleet to natural gas, thereby saving money and helping improve air quality.
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Blog articles on natural gas in transportation

Natural gas is gaining popularity in Québec as the choice for fuel. Stay abreast of the latest developments in this market through articles published on our blog. 
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Natural gas takes to the road

Is natural gas about to dethrone diesel to become the road transport fuel of the 21st century? That prediction may seem bold, but the more and more rapid adoption... Read more
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Natural gas and transportation – it’s just a start!

Barely five years ago, trucks running on natural gas were still quite rare. And now they are increasing in number on Québec’s highways. More economical and... Read more
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Other forms of natural gas

There are several forms of natural gas, allowing citizens to consume better and less. Renewable to give our waste a second life, compressed or liquefied to replace diesel as a fuel, natural gas is an energy that meets a variety of needs.
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  • Natural gas

    Énergir is the largest gas distributor in Québec and Vermont.
  • Renewable natural gas

    Producing renewable natural gas from organic matter.
  • Liquefied natural gas

    LNG is natural gas that changes from a gaseous to a liquid state.

Énergir, more than natural gas!

We believe diversity is key to the future of energy. This is why Énergir is involved in developing solar and wind power and hydroelectricity.
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  • Wind power

    Investments in several wind farms in Québec and Vermont.
  • Solar power

    Solar farm, energy efficiency programs and other innovative projects.
  • Hydroelectricity

    Hydroelectricity production through our U.S. subsidiary.
  • Cow power

    Producing electricity takes an unexpected form in Vermont.
* Inventaire québécois des émissions de gaz à effet de serre en 2017 et leur évolution depuis 1990 | Ministère du Développement durable, Environnement et Lutte contre les changements climatiques.  
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