/ world today news/ “Bulgaria has an action plan in the event of a gas crisis. Two sources are provided for the necessary amount of gas for the country, and these are “Chiren” and the local extraction”. This was stated by Kiril Temelkov, director of “Bulgartransgaz“, for the program “The Day Begins” on BNT.
“The project itself for the development of an intercollector connection with Turkey has been actively developing for 2 years, but Turkey itself does not have the necessary gas production, and therefore the impression is created in the citizens that it is dragging its feet, but this is not the case. Our southern neighbor has 6 inlets points through which we can reach the terminals of private companies that can provide the quantities of gas we need,” he stated.
Regarding “South Stream”, Temelkov stated that our pipes will not be part of it, but will be connected to the gas pipeline. “This is beneficial for the infrastructure. It is an entry point that provides an additional source of gas. If one source fails, we can connect to the other. Competition is created,” he also commented.
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How do the geopolitical dynamics in the region affect Bulgaria’s ability to secure its gas supply and what strategies can be implemented to navigate these challenges?
Questions for the guests:
1. Guest 1: Could you please provide more information about the two sources of gas that Bulgaria has in place to ensure a sufficient supply during a crisis situation? What are the potential challenges associated with relying on these sources?
2. Guest 2: Can you explain the current state of the interconnection project between Bulgaria and Turkey, and why there might be a perception that Turkey is not meeting its commitments? What are the benefits and drawbacks of this project for both countries?
3. What are the implications of Bulgaria’s pipelines not being part of the South Stream project, and how will the proposed alternative impact the country’s energy security? Are there any concerns about the reliability or competitiveness of this alternative source?
4. In your opinion, what should Bulgaria be doing to further enhance its energy security and mitigate potential risks associated with gas supply disruptions? Are there any new initiatives or policies being considered at the national level?
Section 1: Discussion on gas sources and potential challenges
– Guest 1: Can you describe the contingency plans in place to ensure a smooth transition between the two sources of gas in case of an emergency or supply disruption?
– Guest 2: Could you share your thoughts on the feasibility of increasing domestic gas production as part of Bulgaria’s long-term strategy for energy security?
Section 2: Turkey-Bulgaria interconnection project
– Guest 1: What are the key reasons behind the delays in the Turkey-Bulgaria gas interconnection project, and how can they be overcome?
– Guest 2: In what ways could the Turkey-Bulgaria gas interconnection project complement or compete with other regional energy initiatives like the Trans-Adriatic Pipeline (TAP)?
Section 3: Implications of South Stream cancellation and alternative proposal
– Guest 1: How confident are you in the reliability of the proposed alternative source of gas from private companies in Turkey? Would it be prudent to invest in additional storage facilities as a backup measure?
– Guest 2: What are the next steps for the Bulgaria-Greece-Italy gas interconnector project, and how will it fit into the broader context of European energy policy?
