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Natural Gas Consumption In The US Soars

Natural gas-fired power generation in the United States has soared to a record high so far this year, consequently driving up global gas demand.

U.S. power producers generated a total of 55.6 million megawatt hours (MWh) from gas-fired power plants between January and September, according to data from LSEG quoted by Reuters’s columnist Gavin Maguire. This is up by 5% compared to the same period of last year. It’s also the highest power generation from natural gas since at least 2021.



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  • dickson mutai

    4 d

    The energy transition is far from complete, renewables need more aggressive support

    • Munene Mugambi

      8 w

      The rise in U.S. natural gas consumption highlights a growing reliance on fossil fuels despite global pushes for clean energy. This trend underscores the challenge of balancing energy demands with environmental goals, especially as electricity needs continue to rise.

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      • We Don't Have Time

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        • Kihm Francis

          8 w

          The recent surge in natural gas consumption in the US is a troubling reminder of how reliant we still are on fossil fuels ⚠️.

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          • Munene Mugambi

            8 w

            @frankoh_kihm_080 Yes, it's concerning to see such reliance on fossil fuels when clean energy alternatives are essential for tackling climate change. This surge in natural gas consumption shows how much work is still needed to transition to sustainable energy sources.

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          • Princess

            8 w

            This surge in consumption may slow the transition to renewable energy sources and reinforce dependence on fossil fuels, undermining efforts to combat climate change.

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            • Munene Mugambi

              8 w

              @princess_nel_268 Exactly, the increased reliance on natural gas can delay investments in renewable energy and hinder progress towards decarbonization. It risks locking in fossil fuel infrastructure, making it harder to achieve long-term climate goals and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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            • MA Reen

              8 w

              More power generated from natural gas would mean more gas emissions,air pollution,global warming a threat to climate. Something tangible should be done to curb the effects caused

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              • Kelvin Thuranira kaberia

                8 w

                Precaution for this

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