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What is CNG?

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is natural gas which has been compressed so it takes up 200 times less space, increasing the amount of natural gas that can be stored in a cylinder or tank.

What can run on CNG?

Most combustion processes (dryers, boilers, burners, etc), some engines, larger generation equipment, some heavy vehicles and even irrigation pumps can be converted to run on CNG.

FAQ

Below is a list of commonly asked questions.  Should the information you require not be here, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Answers

What is CNG?

CNG is a method of providing natural gas to communities that are not currently served by a gas distribution infrastructure – communities traditionally outside of cities.

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is natural gas which has been compressed so it takes up to 200 times less space, increasing the amount of natural gas that can be stored in a cylinder or tank, it is still in gaseous form. This makes it easier to transport large volumes of natural gas via road and to store it at its final destination.

CNG can then be depressurised and used as natural gas would be for a range of applications.

What is the difference between CNG and LPG

CNG is natural gas (mainly methane) stored under pressure, but still in a gaseous state. LPG is liquefied petroleum gas (mainly propane and butane) and is stored under pressure as a liquid.

Who is Clean Energy Gas Australia?

CEGA is an Australian owned and run company formed by a group of people who are passionate about natural gas and the advantages it can provide to local communities.  The team comprises people from a wide range of backgrounds with many years of experience in fields including engineering and project management.

What can be converted to run on CNG?

Most combustion processes (dryers, boilers, burners, etc), some engines, larger generation equipment, some heavy vehicles and even irrigation pumps can be converted to run on CNG.

Can I convert my industrial plant and equipment?

Yes, in most cases, but to be sure each type of equipment and application needs to be assessed before confirming its suitability to run on CNG.

Can I convert my current farm machinery?

Many forms of farm equipment such as irrigation pumps, haulage trucks and grain dryers can be converted, other appliances such as tractors may be suitable for conversion following individual assessment of vehicles. If you are unsure if CNG would be suitable for your requirements please contact us.

Can I convert my current passenger vehicle?

CNG is widely used as vehicle fuel throughout the world; however we do not plan to provide a public refuelling service for private vehicles. If you have a vehicle fleet then please contact us to discuss the possible options for your fleet.

Can I convert my household heating and cooking appliances?

Unfortunately not at this stage as this is not practical for home use. CNG may be suitable for large commercial situations such as bakeries and commercial kitchens

What will it cost to convert?

This is dependent on the type of equipment - for modern equipment it is normally quite low as most equipment is designed to work with natural gas, meaning conversion is relatively straight forward. The Clean Energy Gas team will be able to assist you with the conversion process and pricing.

What is the cost per litre of CNG?

This is dependent on a number of factors including distance from the CNG station (which affects delivery costs), the specific application (which affects the volume of gas), the number of appliances to be converted (which also affects the volume of gas) and if the gas will be required year round or if it will be a seasonal requirement. Following completion of the feasibility study we will be in a position to advise more detail on pricing.

How much will I save by converting?

There are a number of factors that affect how much you will save; however in most cases users can expect to realise a minimum overall saving of 20 per cent in energy costs when converting from LPG. When converting from diesel the savings are likely to be even more. In addition, the pricing will be more stable (like the electricity price) rather than changing daily or monthly like diesel or LPG.

How long will it be before I start to notice savings?

You will notice savings on your ongoing fuel costs straight away.  A number of factors will be relevant in determining how long before you recoup your initial costs of converting.  Our team can help you calculate that information.

How will prices be set?  Will they change often?

It is expected that prices will be set annually and vary according to change in CPI on an annual basis.

How much will the delivery of CNG cost on top of the CNG price?

The price of delivery will be included in the cost of the CNG that we supply to you – so each user will have a different price depending on the distance to deliver the CNG to you.

Will I get a fuel tax rebate?

There will be no fuel tax for stationary applications such as generators or burners. If you are using it as a transport fuel there will be excise payable and a rebate for non on-road transport.

Will my plant and vehicles be as powerful after conversion?

In most cases your equipment will have the same output as it had on other fuels. If it is likely to be otherwise we will advise you before conversion.

What do I have to do to convert?

Conversion of most combustion equipment to natural gas is usually quite easy involving burner changes as well as some pipework and regulator modifications. For diesel engines, conversion will need to be assessed on a case by case basis. Our team will be able to assist in the giving you information on what you will need to do for your specific equipment.

Can I reuse my existing LPG storage tank?

No, LPG tanks are specifically designed for LPG and cannot be used for CNG.

Can I come and fill up myself/transport the CNG myself?

No, the CNG will be transported by fully-trained staff.

After I register my interest, what will happen next?

We will contact you to find out more details about your exact needs and use this to evaluate the benefits to you in converting to CNG.

What is the difference between CNG and CSG?

CNG is compressed Natural Gas which can come from many sources including Coal Seam Gas  (CSG), also known as Coal Seam Methane.