The Transatlantic Petrochemical Trade is Undermining Europe’s Climate & Plastics Policies
Year of Publication
2021
This document summarizes some key facts and features of the flows of natural gas liquids (NGLs) from the United States to Europe (including to Norway and the United Kingdom) and the broader context of such flows both in the United States and in Europe.
Source:
Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL)
Author(s):
Geography:
Europe, United States
Type:
Primary Data
Purpose of Measurement:
Understanding the Problem, Solution Sets and Impact Potential
Impact theme(s):
Climate, Policy
This document summarizes some key facts and features of the flows of natural gas liquids (NGLs) from the United States to Europe (including to Norway and the United Kingdom) and the broader context of such flows both in the United States and in Europe. It puts this developing trade in the context of current and ongoing climate and health policy developments in the EU and clarifies why such policies must be designed to include petrochemicals and full supply chain emissions.