Natural Gas
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Surge 5% Ahead of Contract Expiration
U.S. natural gas futures rose 5% to a one-week high on Monday ahead of the May contract expiration, supported by higher short-term demand forecasts despite mild weather and rising output.
Processing Raw Biogas into RNG for Pipeline Blending
In these days of growing efforts to reduce the effects of climate change, the agriculture sector is often cited as a major source of greenhouse gases (GHGs), including methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), with those two sources combined accounting for about 10% of global non-carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Corrosion Control, Training Take Center Stage in AMPP Chair’s Vision
Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed speaks with AMPP Chair Juan Caballero about the organization’s global expansion, workforce challenges, and efforts to strengthen training and certification programs in corrosion prevention.
Duke Energy Orders Up to 11 Gas Turbines in GE Vernova Deal
Duke Energy will acquire up to 11 gas turbines from GE Vernova to meet rising power demand across its U.S. service areas. The deal supports Duke's grid modernization strategy and follows GE’s major U.S. manufacturing expansion.
EQT Plans to Spend Less While Producing More U.S. Natural Gas in 2025
EQT plans to cut 2025 capital spending while increasing natural gas production, citing efficiency gains and strong well performance. The company also announced a $1.8 billion deal to acquire Olympus Energy’s upstream and midstream assets.
U.S. to Host Alaska LNG Summit, Urges Asian Support for $44 Billion Project
The U.S. plans to host an Alaska LNG summit in early June, seeking support from Japan and South Korea for the $44 billion export project. The meeting aims to advance commitments amid rising Asian demand for natural gas.
Newsom Seeks to Aid Struggling Refiners Following Valero’s California Exit
California Governor Gavin Newsom has called for closer cooperation with oil refiners to secure reliable fuel supplies amid refinery shutdowns and rising pump prices, citing long-term planning needs during the state’s energy transition.
Morgan Stanley Infra Partners Eyes $2 Billion Permian Pipelines Sale, Sources Say
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners is considering a sale of its majority stake in Brazos Midstream II, a Permian Basin pipeline operator, in a deal expected to top $2 billion.
Mexico Sends First ULSD Export from Olmeca Amid Transport Shortfalls
Mexico exported its first ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) cargo from the Olmeca refinery in April, amid ongoing infrastructure delays that prevent efficient domestic fuel distribution. The cargo was delivered to Florida and Puerto Rico.
BGE Refutes Claims of Pipeline Safety Risks Tied to Falsified Contractor Audit
BGE has rejected claims by the Maryland PSC that its gas pipeline safety was compromised due to a former employee’s falsified inspection. The company insists no systemwide risks exist and defends its disciplinary handling of the matter.
Miami LNG Rebrands as Sawgrass LNG & Power, Expands Clean Energy Services
Miami LNG has rebranded as Sawgrass LNG & Power, expanding its focus on clean LNG and power solutions for customers across the Southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean.
Kazakhstan Poised to Become Key Central Asia Gas Hub, Eyes Pipeline Growth
Kenges Rakishev highlighted Kazakhstan’s vast gas reserves and strategic position at the Energy Trends forum in Astana, proposing a new gas company to meet rising global demand and calling for infrastructure investment to unlock export potential.
EQT to Buy Olympus Energy Assets for $1.8 Billion to Boost Marcellus Presence
EQT Corp. will acquire Olympus Energy's upstream and midstream assets for $1.8 billion, aiming to boost its footprint in the Marcellus shale region. The deal adds over a decade of high-quality inventory and strengthens EQT’s natural gas position.
FERC’s Willie Phillips Exits Early, Opening Door for Trump to Shift Commission Balance
Democratic FERC Commissioner Willie Phillips steps down early, reportedly after a request from the Trump administration, creating an opportunity for Republicans to gain a majority on the powerful energy regulatory body.
Aemetis Secures $31 Million in Biodiesel Orders for India’s Blending Push
Aemetis' Universal Biofuels secures $31 million in biodiesel orders from Indian Oil Marketing Companies, supporting the country’s push toward a 5% biodiesel blend by 2030.
Phillips 66 Challenges Elliott Over Citgo Conflict in Boardroom Battle
Phillips 66 is accusing activist investor Elliott of a conflict of interest tied to Citgo as a shareholder battle over board seats and the company’s future strategy escalates.
Environmental Groups Brace for Legal Fight Over Trump’s Energy Rollbacks
Environmental groups are ramping up legal teams in anticipation of challenging President Trump’s sweeping energy deregulation orders, which bypass public input and aim to sunset federal rules.
Five U.S. Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in 2024, EIA Reports
Five petroleum liquids pipelines, including major NGL and refined products systems in Texas, were completed in the U.S. during 2024, according to EIA data. The projects add capacity from the Permian Basin to key refining and storage hubs.
Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
Valero says it plans to shut or restructure its California refinery by April 2026 and has booked a $1.1 billion impairment as regulatory pressure increases.
Black Sea Gas Ramps Up as Turkey Targets Regional Oil, Gas Partnerships
Turkey's Sakarya gas field has reached 9.5 million cubic meters per day, fueling Ankara’s regional energy ambitions. The country is pursuing exploration partnerships in Bulgaria, Somalia, Iraq, and the Caspian Sea as part of efforts to cut imports and boost supply security.
U.S.-China Trade War Reshapes Global LPG Flows, Pressures Prices
China is shifting away from U.S. LPG imports due to new tariffs, boosting demand for Middle East supply and altering global liquefied petroleum gas trade routes. The disruption is expected to affect prices, inventories, and global petrochemical markets.
FERC-NERC Report Highlights Improved Winter Resilience of U.S. Natural Gas System
A new FERC-NERC report highlights improved winter resilience of the U.S. natural gas system, citing reliable performance during January 2025’s record-setting arctic blast and reduced disruptions compared to past storms.
$182 Million Gas Pipeline Replacement Project Kicks Off in Southeast Michigan
Consumers Energy has launched its $182 million Four Cities Metro Pipeline project to upgrade aging gas infrastructure in metro Detroit, enhancing service reliability through 2029.
Forum Reports Early Success in Tackling Subsea Challenges
An influential forum of oil and gas operators with a vested interest in subsea operations is tackling the challenges of aging offshore infrastructure through cross-industry collaboration.
Intensity Launches Open Season for 208-Mile Bakken Gas Pipeline Expansion
Intensity Infrastructure has launched an open season for the Phase II Extension of its Bakken natural gas pipeline, seeking customer interest for a 208-mile expansion across eastern North Dakota.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Hover Near 10-Week Low as Market Awaits Storage Data
U.S. natural gas futures held near a 10-week low on April 17 as the market waited for direction from a federal report expected to show that energy firms added less gas to storage than usual last week as cool weather kept heating demand for the fuel higher than normal for this time of year.
India Considers Dropping Tariffs on U.S. Ethane, LPG in Trade Talks
India is considering removing import duties on U.S. ethane and LPG as part of ongoing trade talks with Washington aimed at reducing its trade surplus and tariff burden, sources say.
Enbridge Claims LNG Edge with Links to Every U.S. Gulf Coast Export Terminal
Enbridge says its natural gas transmission system is now connected to every operating liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the U.S. Gulf Coast, positioning the company as a key midstream player supporting America’s global LNG dominance.
NeuVentus Gets Green Light for Gas, Liquids Storage at Texas Salt Caverns
NeuVentus received approval to develop 12 salt caverns for gas and liquids storage at its TRU Hub project in Liberty County, Texas. The facility will serve growing demand from LNG, data centers, and industrial users along the Gulf Coast.
Kinder Morgan Holds Profit Outlook as Natural Gas Demand Climbs
Kinder Morgan maintained its 2025 profit forecast, citing strong natural gas demand despite tariff-driven market uncertainty. The pipeline operator said LNG growth and data center usage continue to support bullish long-term trends.
- 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
