Natural Gas
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Rise 3% as LNG Feedgas Edges Higher
U.S. natural gas futures rose 3% as LNG feedgas volumes began increasing after spring maintenance, signaling a demand uptick. Analysts say the market may have already peaked for summer pricing, despite continued heat.
TC Energy Begins Toll Collection for 444-Mile Southeast Gateway Pipeline
TC Energy has begun collecting tolls for the 444-mile Southeast Gateway pipeline, which was completed 13% under budget. The line will support Mexico’s growing demand for natural gas as the country adds 8.5 GW of new generation capacity.
Abbott Unveils $105 Million Loan for New 122-MW Gas Plant in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the state's first Texas Energy Fund loan will support a 122-MW natural gas plant, with up to $105 million in financing at 3% interest. The Kerrville Public Utility Board is expected to bring the project online by 2027.
Intensity, Rainbow Energy to Build 344-Mile Gas Pipeline Across North Dakota
Intensity Infrastructure and Rainbow Energy plan a 344-mile natural gas pipeline from the Bakken to eastern North Dakota, aiming to reduce flaring and boost in-state energy use and revenues.
Duke Energy Plans New 1,400-MW Gas Plant in South Carolina
Duke Energy plans a 1,400-MW natural gas power plant in Anderson County, S.C., to meet growing energy demand and support state energy policy, marking its first new build in the state in 10 years.
Southern Company Gas Adds RNG Supply for Virginia, Tennessee Utilities
Southern Company Gas is expanding its renewable natural gas portfolio with new supply deals in Virginia and Tennessee, aiming to cut emissions and support its net-zero operations goal by 2050.
Serbia Plans New Gas Pipelines to Boost Balkan Supply Diversification
Serbia is advancing plans to build new gas pipelines linking to Romania and North Macedonia to strengthen Balkan energy security and reduce dependency on Russian supply.
Middle East Gas Pipeline Surge Led by ADNOC, Leviathan, Iran
The Middle East is set to see a surge in natural gas pipeline construction through 2028, with major projects from ADNOC in the UAE, Israel’s Leviathan field, Iran’s 748-mile pipeline, and Saudi and Iraqi investments. Crude and gas infrastructure expansions reflect the region’s strategic energy push.
Cost Remains Top Hurdle as Renewable Natural Gas Projects Expand
Contributing Editor Richard Nemec examines the surging interest in renewable natural gas across North America and Europe — and why steep capital costs, policy uncertainty, and infrastructure challenges still threaten to slow growth even as global demand intensifies.
USGS: 29 Billion Barrels of Oil, 392 Tcf Gas Lurk Under U.S. Public Lands
A new U.S. Geological Survey report reveals an estimated 29.4 billion barrels of oil and 391.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas beneath federally managed public lands—enough to meet the nation’s energy needs for years.
Enbridge Plans 86-Mile Pipeline Expansion, Bringing 850 Workers to Northern B.C.
Enbridge's Sunrise Expansion project aims to boost capacity along the Westcoast natural gas pipeline, potentially bringing 850 workers to the Mackenzie region in British Columbia.
U.S. Natural Gas Rises 10% on Heat Wave, Supply Concerns
U.S. natural gas futures slipped on June 20, but headed for its best week in more than a month, steered by forecasts for hotter weather that should boost the amount of gas power generators burn to keep air conditioners humming.
Israel Restarts Gas Exports to Jordan, Egypt Supply Remains Halted
Israel has resumed limited natural gas exports after a temporary shutdown due to regional conflict, with most flows going to Jordan and minimal volumes reaching Egypt, which remains largely without supply.
FERC Eases Permit Rules to Speed Up Gas Pipeline Construction
FERC approved waivers and rule changes on June 18 to speed up natural gas pipeline permitting and construction, including a rollback of Order No. 871 and higher blanket certificate cost thresholds.
First Gas Flows Through Strohm’s Pipeline in Germany
Germany’s Wilhelmshaven 2 LNG terminal has received its first natural gas through Strohm’s subsea Thermoplastic Composite Pipe (TCP) system, marking a significant step in Europe’s evolving energy infrastructure.
Malaysia Plans 50% More Gas Power as Data Centers Surge
The country is expected to see the fastest surge in data center power demand in southeast Asia, with its share of electricity consumed by data centers in the region to triple to 21% by 2027 from 7% in 2022.
Petronet Commissions $760 Million Chhara Gas Pipeline in India
India’s Petronet Limited has commissioned the Chhara gas pipeline, connecting a new LNG regasification terminal to the national grid. Developed by GSPL at a cost of $760 million, the 36-inch pipeline enhances natural gas access while skirting an eco-sensitive wildlife zone.
Equinor’s 127-Mile Offshore Pipeline in Brazil Gets Early Construction Approval
Brazil’s EPE approves early construction for Equinor’s offshore gas pipeline from the Raia Project, set to supply 15% of national demand by 2028 with first-of-its-kind subsea processing.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Surge 3% on Oil Rally, Summer Demand Outlook
U.S. natural gas futures rose nearly 3% to a 10-week high as rising oil prices and hotter weather drive up LNG and power sector demand. Analysts expect gas flows to increase in late June as export facilities resume operations.
Golden Gas Launches Open Season for 2.4 Bcf Joy Station Gas Storage in Kansas
Golden Gas Service Company has launched a non-binding open season for up to 2.4 billion cubic feet of firm natural gas storage capacity at its planned Joy Station Natural Gas Storage Project, a high-deliverability salt cavern facility to be built in Kiowa County, Kansas.
EQT Strikes 10-Year Gas Deals with Duke, Southern to Fuel Power Sector Shift
EQT has finalized two major gas supply deals with Duke Energy and Southern Company, committing 1.2 Bcf/d over 10 years. The contracts, set to begin in 2027, will route Appalachian gas through the Mountain Valley Pipeline to meet rising utility demand fueled by data centers and AI growth.
California Refinery Shutdowns Could Push Gas Prices Toward $8 Per Gallon
California drivers could face gas prices over $8 per gallon as two major refineries prepare to shut down. Lawmakers raise concerns over supply, affordability, and the impact of state climate policies.
TotalEnergies, Petronas Partner on LNG Projects After 4 Tcf Gas Find in Malaysia
TotalEnergies has doubled its offshore gas stake in Malaysia through a new deal with Petronas, targeting LNG supply growth in Asia. The partnership includes major discoveries in blocks SK301b and SK313 and a strategic expansion into Indonesia.
Ukraine, Poland to Double Gas Link Capacity Ahead of Winter Imports
Ukraine and Poland will nearly double the capacity of their natural gas interconnector to 12.4 MMcm/d, enabling higher LNG imports ahead of the heating season, Ukraine's Energy Ministry said.
Trigon to Build $750 Million LPG Export Terminal in Canada’s Prince Rupert
Trigon Pacific Terminals plans to build a $750 million LPG export facility in Prince Rupert, Canada, with operations expected by 2029, subject to regulatory approvals.
Court Ruling Allows MVP’s $500 Million Southgate Pipeline Extension to Proceed
A U.S. federal appeals court has rejected a challenge to the Mountain Valley Pipeline's Southgate extension, allowing the $500 million natural gas project from Virginia to North Carolina to proceed despite environmental opposition.
Developers Plan 18.7 GW in Gas Power Additions by 2028, EIA Says
U.S. developers plan to add 18.7 GW of natural gas-fired power capacity by 2028, including 4.3 GW already under construction, according to the Energy Information Administration.
U.S. Gas Prices Rise on Higher Demand, Boost in Cameron LNG Flows
U.S. natural gas prices edged higher as demand forecasts increased and flows to Cameron LNG in Louisiana rose, signaling an end to maintenance slowdowns at key export terminals.
Texas Gas Output Breaks Record in May as Crude Holds Steady
According to TXOGA’s estimates, Texas crude oil production remained steady at 5.7 million barrels per day in May 2025, while natural gas gross withdrawals rose to 36.9 billion cubic feet per day. Natural gas liquids (NGLs) production remained strong at 4 MMbbl/d.
ADNOC Gas Approves $5 Billion for First Phase of Rich Gas Project
ADNOC Gas has approved a $5 billion investment and awarded EPC contracts for the first phase of its Rich Gas Development project, marking the largest capital project in its history.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Enbridge Plans 86-Mile Pipeline Expansion, Bringing 850 Workers to Northern B.C.
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- Intensity, Rainbow Energy to Build 344-Mile Gas Pipeline Across North Dakota
- TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
- A Systematic Approach To Ensuring Pipeline Integrity
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
- Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
- Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
