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NATURAL GAS – fuel for both the present and the future

The current evolution of society is characterized by increasing energy demands. The need to reach a reasonable level of energy consumption and the inescapable need to reduce energy usage are evident to all. The pressure to reduce energy usage rises with the increasing costs of buying energy (heat, electricity, natural gas, coal ...).

It still remains valid that the cheapest form of energy is saved energy. This type of energy does not have to be produced, transported and transformed, nor does it have to be mined, imported and processed.

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The greatest energy consumption for households is for heating. Thus it is necessary to give a corresponding amount of attention to choosing the best heating method. After solutions connected to preventing heat loss through windows and outside walls, choosing the correct appliance will provide the greatest savings.

Why is natural gas preferable?

• protects the environment, usage is economical
• using it is easy and convenient
• it is safe to use
• there is a reliable supply
• it is easily accessible
• it is the fuel of the future

What are the advantages of natural gas over other fuels?

• it is the only primary fuel that can be brought to the user without expensive modifications
• distribution and transport are not dependent on weather conditions
• it is available to customers all year round, 24 hours a day
• unlike solid and liquid fuel, it does not require storage space
• gas appliances are easy to operate and regulate

What are the possible uses of natural gas?

• production of heat
• heating DHW
• cooking
• collective production of heat, electricity, and perhaps cold
• co-generation, tri-generation
• technological trends
• road transport
• CNG (compressed natural gas)

Why is natural gas the fuel of the future?

Natural gas reserves are higher than those of coal or petroleum. Proven supplies of natural gas will last more than another sixty years and the total geological supply will last more than another one hundred years. It follows from these facts that natural gas users have an assured energy supply for themselves and their descendants. Technology for gaining energy from natural gas is constantly evolving. This allows for continuous growth of its rational usage.

Why is the use of natural gas economical?

Natural gas is among the most economical energy carriers for heating, cooking and DHW heating. Changing to modern natural gas heating systems can save up to 30% compared to previous fuel consumption. Gas heating is designed exactly to the needs of your flat or house. Thanks to this it is an investment which provides you with a quick return. New natural gas heating systems have a variety of important advantages. Among them are the usage of the heat from combustion gases, lowering the emissions of heating apparatuses and the automatic regulation of temperature.

Why does natural gas bring comfort?

Natural gas, in contrast to solid or liquid fuels, is available whenever you need it. Simply turn the knob on the appliance. There is no need to order, transport and store. Using gas appliances is simple and convenient.

Why is the use of natural gas safe?

Modern gas appliances are secured against explosion. If the flame is accidentally extinguished, the gas equipment is automatically blocked. Natural gas is naturally odorless. For safety reasons, natural gas has been given a characteristic odor, making its presence easily recognizable.

Why is natural gas reliable?

Those who decide to use natural gas, will have an assured supply both today and in the future. Slovenský plynárenský priemysel ensures a continuous and safe supply of natural gas, which is its highest priority.

Why is natural gas immediate in its output?

Simply turn the knob and the full capacity of your appliance is available to you. The basic prerequisites are only that you have a natural gas connection and the relevant domestic installation with gas appliances. When using gas, no time is needed to warm up the appliance. The necessary output of heat is always available. It is possible to regulate it in a wide range, and after shut off the supply of heat is immediately stopped, without losses of accumulated heat during cooling. On our web page www.spp.sk we offer a lot of useful information mainly from areas of customer service, clearly divided according to type customer categories, notably:

• contacts and addresses of our customer service centers
• customer service information (0850 111 363)
• breakdown service information (0850 111 363)
• guidance for the rationalization of natural gas usage
• products and services
• steps for connecting new customers (requests, forms)
• steps for changes to existing draw-off locations (requests, forms)
• information about prices, billing, deductions, returns
• comparisons of costs for fuel and energy for a single-family house, return on investment (comparing
• different energy types- benefits, prices)
• information about loans (Plynoúver)
• information about the Certified partners program
• technical fliers and pamphlets