The expansion of the piped natural gas distribution network is progressing in the Region of Hydrangeas. Currently, the front of works is on Estrada da Serra Grande, between Três Coroas and Gramado. This is one of Sulgás' priority projects and will make it possible for the network to reach the main tourist hub in the state in the second half of next year.

Between 2020 and 2021, approximately R$ 20 million will be invested in the construction of 31 km of steel network, between Três Coroas and Gramado. This year, R$ 5.3 million is foreseen in 10 km of gas pipeline, and 4.3 km have been launched by August.

The expansion in the region started in 2019, when the pipeline network extended to Três Coroas, coming from Igrejinha. The stretch already completed serves a textile industry and a gas station, which resells CNG and also uses fuel to generate energy for the establishment.

“The installation of the natural gas network improves the infrastructure of the region, diversifying the available energy matrix and being able to attract new investments, which benefits the entire population”, says the CEO of Sulgás, Carlos Camargo de Colón.

The versatility of natural gas allows the energy source to be integrated into the production processes of different segments, and can be used as a fuel, as an input or as a source for generating electricity. In addition to industries, natural gas can supply vehicles, commercial and service establishments, and homes.

About Sulgás' works in 2020 

Sulgás is responsible for providing one of the essential services in Rio Grande do Sul. Therefore, the works were maintained, even during the Covid-19 pandemic. Regarding the distribution network, Sulgás maintained its business plan in full swing, having carried out works in 12 cities between January and August, totaling more than R $ 23.5 million invested in the construction of 47.4 km in transmission networks. gas distribution, totaling 1,257 km in length up to that month. The forecast is that from September to December another R $ 12 million will be invested in the construction of 27.6 km of channeled network. Thus, in the year, the Company's pipeline network will have reached 1,285 km. Currently, the Company is present in 42 municipalities, which are served by a piped network or by the transport of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).