Baku, Azerbaijan, March 21. The ICGB, operator
of the Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria (IGB), will plant 30,000
saplings as part of its action to support biodiversity, Trend reports via the
company.
“Marking this International Day of Forests, ICGB is taking
action to support biodiversity and environmental restoration
through a large-scale reforestation initiative in Greece. As part
of its sustainability commitments, the company will plant 30,000
saplings in two key areas – along the pipeline route and in an
offset reforestation area designated by forestry authorities,” said
the company.
By integrating responsible environmental practices into its
operations, ICGB continues to contribute to a more sustainable and
resilient future. Protecting forests today means securing a
healthier planet for generations to come.
The Greece-Bulgaria interconnector connects Bulgaria to the
Southern Gas Corridor and is part of the Vertical Gas Corridor. The
pipeline strengthens energy connectivity and security in the
region, providing access to natural gas from new, diversified
sources. Currently operating at 3 bcm/y, the pipeline has the
potential to expand its technical capacity up to 5 bcm/y.
The interconnector currently secures about 70 percent of
Bulgaria’s internal natural gas consumption and is a reliable route
for diversified deliveries to key markets such as Moldova and
Ukraine.
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