LNG

[ɛl ɛn dʒi]
noun
GNL (Gás Natural Liquefeito)
1. Liquefied Natural Gas; natural gas that has been cooled to approximately -162°C (-260°F) to convert it into liquid form for easier storage and transportation
LNG terminals are essential infrastructure for countries that import natural gas.
Os terminais de GNL são infraestrutura essencial para países que importam gás natural.
2. The industry, technology, or trade related to the production, transport, and regasification of liquefied natural gas
Brazil has been investing in LNG projects to reduce energy costs.
O Brasil tem investido em projetos de GNL para reduzir custos de energia.
LNG is a critical component of global energy markets. Brazil and Portugal are significant importers of LNG, while the United States has become a major LNG exporter. The term is primarily used in technical, industrial, and governmental contexts related to energy security and international trade.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
liquefied natural gasLNG gasGNL

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
GNL
Standard abbreviation used in Brazil; commonly used in energy industry contexts
São Paulo
GNL
Used in business and energy sectors; major industrial hub discussing LNG projects
Portugal
GNL
European Portuguese uses the same abbreviation; Portugal has LNG import infrastructure
United States
LNG
Standard usage in energy sector; USA is a major LNG exporter

Related Words

natural gasregasificationLNG terminalLNG carrierenergyfossil fuelcryogenic

Related Idioms & Phrases

LNG market
LNG infrastructure
LNG supply chain
LNG export terminal
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