Compressed natural gas (CNG) is considered an alternative fuel under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and is produced by compressing natural gas to less than 1% of its volume at standard atmospheric pressure. CNG is stored onboard a vehicle in a compressed gaseous state at a pressure of normally 3,600 pounds per square inch. In addition, a CNG-powered vehicle gets about the same fuel economy as a conventional gasoline vehicle while reducing greenhouse emissions and pollution.

How Do Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Stations Work?

At CNG stations, the gas is typically taken from the local gas utility’s line at low pressure. There are two basic types of fueling equipment: fast-fill and time-fill. Fast-fill systems combine a compressor and a high-pressure storage system to fill the vehicle's fuel tank. Time-fill systems do not have a storage system and typically compress the gas directly into the vehicle storage cylinders to refuel vehicles while they are parked overnight.

Where Can I Find a CNG Fueling Station?

View a map of Georgia's existing and proposed CNG fueling stations open to the public provided by Atlanta Gas Light or use the U.S. Government Department of Energy's Alternative Fueling Station Locator to find the public station nearest you.

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