ESDM states that the public does not need to replace stoves to use CNG

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has stated that the public does not need to replace stoves when switching from LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) to CNG (Compressed Natural Gas). “The stove does not need to be replaced; just plug it in, and the gas flows. Previously using LPG, now using CNG,” said the Director General of Oil and Gas (Dirjen Migas) of the Ministry of ESDM, Laode Sulaeman, at the “CNG & LNG for the People” event held in Jakarta on Tuesday. Laode explained that the development of cylinders to hold 3 kg of CNG, or Type 4 cylinders, also considers the gas cylinder valve (cylinder valve). The valve is a component that regulates the flow of gas in and out and acts as the primary safety feature. “I have directly witnessed the use of (Type 1 cylinders); the valve works directly, with no modifications needed on the stove. It’s plug and play; the stove ignites with CNG. And the flame is even bluer, from what I observed,” said Laode. “The CNG roadmap is already in place but has not yet been announced by the Minister (ESDM Bahlil Lahadalia). The key point is that in the future, we will reduce LPG. We will replace it with CNG,” said Laode. After attending a limited meeting at the Presidential Palace Complex in Jakarta on Tuesday, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia explained that CNG is not a new technology, as it has been used in the hospitality sector, restaurants, and the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. However, its utilisation so far has been limited to large-capacity cylinders of 10 to 20 kilograms. Currently, preparations are underway for small CNG cylinders similar to the 3 kg LPG size, as CNG has different characteristics compared to LPG.