Should the US keep exporting record quantities of liquefied natural gas - or is it fueling the climate crisis?
The US became the top LNG exporter in 2023. Exports hit record highs, driven by European demand after the Ukraine crisis.
LNG infrastructure locks in decades of fossil fuel use. Methane leaks are 80x more potent than CO2 over 20 years.
Supporters argue LNG provides energy security, creates American jobs, and displaces dirtier coal in importing nations.
Climate scientists say new LNG infrastructure is incompatible with limiting warming to 1.5 degrees C. Alternatives like wind and solar exist.
Dozens of LNG export terminals are proposed for US coasts. Each approval locks in emissions for 20-30 years. Choose wisely.