TY - BOOK AU - Girdis,Dean AU - Tavoulareas,E.Stratos AU - Tomkins,Ray TI - Liquefied natural gas in China: options for markets, institutions, and finance SN - 0821347349 AV - HD9581.2.L573 C64 2000 U1 - 338.27285'0951 22 PY - 2000/// CY - Washington, DC PB - World Bank KW - Liquefied natural gas industry KW - China KW - Finance N1 - Includes bibliographical references N2 - In an effort to meet the continuing demand of the power sector and ensure stability of fuel supply sources, the State Power Corporation asked for World Bank assistance to assess the viability of imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a fuel source for coastal provinces. In response to their request, the Bank undertook a detailed economic assessment of LNG as an alternative fuel source, and reviewed the steps necessary to support its introduction. This report is a result of that study. The report provides a general overview of energy demand in East China and the potential market for gas. It also assesses the fuel and gas supply options and reviews key factors for the successful introduction of LNG, including institutional, regulatory and financing issues. This report will be of interest to external banks, private companies, Chinese organizations, and Bank staff ER -