Portugal Restructures National Gas System, Boosts Security with New Hydrogen Infrastructure Plan

May 19, 2025
Portugal Restructures National Gas System, Boosts Security with New Hydrogen Infrastructure Plan
  • The Energy Services Regulatory Authority (ERSE) has been designated as the market regulator for renewable gas, natural gas, and hydrogen, while the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology (DGEG) will serve as the licensing authority.

  • These changes amend Decree-Law No. 62/2020, which governs the organization and functioning of the National Gas System.

  • On May 19, 2025, President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa promulgated new diplomas aimed at restructuring Portugal's national gas system and enhancing security measures for gas supply.

  • Additionally, Decree-Law No. 70/2022 was enacted, establishing a state-owned strategic reserve of natural gas to enhance supply security and introducing temporary reporting measures.

  • These legislative updates aim to align Portugal's regulatory framework with technological advancements in the energy sector, particularly regarding the integration of renewable gases such as green hydrogen and low-carbon gases.

  • During the Council of Ministers on April 23, 2025, the government approved a decree-law that reorganizes the National Gas System and outlines the provisional designation process for the entity responsible for hydrogen infrastructure planning and management.

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