America's natural gas boom — climate solution or climate crisis accelerator?
The U.S. became the world's largest LNG exporter in 2023. By 2026, exports exceed 14 billion cubic feet per day.
After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, U.S. LNG became Europe's critical energy backstop.
Methane is 80× more potent than CO₂ over 20 years. Studies show LNG supply chains leak 3–9% of their methane.
LNG terminals on the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast expose nearby communities to air pollution, noise, and coastal disruption.
The Biden administration's 2024 LNG export pause to review climate impacts was reversed by the incoming administration.
IEA analysis: to stay on a 1.5°C pathway, no new LNG export capacity should be approved.
Energy security vs. climate security
LNG provides real energy security benefits to allies but long-term contracts lock in fossil fuel dependency for 20+ years.
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