Exports of natural gas from the United States are expected to jump 28 percent during 2026–2027 as new liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities start operations.
“In our forecast, net exports of U.S. natural gas (exports minus imports) grow 18 percent to 18.7 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in 2026. In 2027, net exports increase another 10 percent to 20.5 Bcf/d,” the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) said in an April 16 statement.
Five LNG export projects are scheduled to begin operations and ramp up production this year and next.
In 2026, Corpus Christi Stage 3 and Golden Pass LNG are expected to activate new liquefaction units. Additional new units are set to begin exports from Port Arthur LNG Phase 1, Rio Grande LNG, and Golden Pass LNG from next year….