Why is this important
Restrictions on methane filling stations directly affect drivers, public transport, and businesses using gas-powered fuel. Changing the gas station’s operating mode affects fuel availability throughout the day and can lead to queues. The solution also shows the priority distribution of gas to households and social infrastructure in the context of reduced pressure in the system.
What happened
- In Uzbekistan, temporary restrictions are being introduced on the operation of automobile gas filling compressor stations.
- Starting January 8th, gas stations will operate six hours a day – from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- The department clarified that the measures were taken due to the decrease in pressure in main gas pipelines and are aimed at ensuring a stable supply of natural gas to households and social facilities.
- Restrictions are introduced based on schedules agreed with local authorities and are temporary.
Numbers and facts
- Restrictions are being introduced due to the decrease in pressure in main gas pipelines.
- The decision was made to ensure a stable supply of natural gas to households and social facilities.
- The work of gas stations is limited on the basis of schedule plans, which are agreed upon with local khokimiyats.
- In the Fergana Valley, the operating mode of gas stations will be determined separately based on the actual gas pressure and in agreement with the khokimiyats.
- The Ministry of Energy emphasizes that the restrictions are temporary.
Context
- Metan drivers will have to plan refueling within a limited timeframe.
- Regional authorities will be granted the right to adjust gas stations’ operating schedules, taking into account the situation in gas networks.
- The priority in gas distribution is temporarily shifting to household consumers and the social sphere.
- In parallel, practical work is being carried out to normalize natural gas pressure.
