natural gas consumption electric sector

Gas-Fired Generation in Pennsylvania Has Doubled Since 2013: EIA

Natural gas fired electricity generation has risen in Pennsylvania since 2013, according to a Jan. 29 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. During October 2024, natural gas fired generation accounted for 57 percent of the power produced in the state, over double the share compared to October 2013. Over the last decade, natural…...

propane prices

U.S. Propane Prices Higher So Far This Winter Heating Season Compared to Last Winter: EIA

U.S. wholesale and retail propane prices have traded higher so far this winter heating season compared to the previous year, according to an Jan. 28 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The higher prices witnessed so far this winter can be attributed to colder weather during January and higher exports. The price increase…...

U.S. States Expand Opportunities for Energy Storage in Pursuit of Ambitious Goals

New York Commission Directs Avangrid Utilities to Implement Measures to Lower Gas Emissions

The New York State Public Service Commission has directed New York State Electric & Gas Corporation and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation to take additional actions, such as proposing demand response programs and identifying parts of their distribution systems for potential decommissioning, to improve their final long-term gas system plans. These steps, informed by analysis…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Trump Energy Agenda 2025 01 28 Blog preview

President Trump’s Energy Agenda Shifts Focus from Renewables to Fossil Fuels

President Trump has issued a series of executive actions signaling major changes in the U.S. energy landscape, including declaring a national energy emergency, expanding fossil fuel development…Read the full report  …...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Trump Energy Agenda 2025 01 28 Blog preview

Visual Primer: President Trump’s Energy Agenda Shifts Focus from Renewables to Fossil Fuels

President Trump has issued a series of executive actions signaling major changes in the U.S. energy landscape, including declaring a national energy emergency, expanding fossil fuel development, suspending offshore wind initiatives, and withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement. These actions represent a sharp departure from former President Biden’s renewable energy and climate-focused policies.

henry hub

U.S. Wholesale Natural Gas Prices to Rise in 2025-2026 Amid Higher Demand: EIA

The Henry Hub natural gas price during 2025 and 2026 is expected to increase, according to an Jan. 23 report published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The projected price increase can be attributed to natural gas demand outpacing supply, due to higher gas demand from U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. This in turn,…...

Rover Pipeline Gets FERC Approval to Increase Natural Gas Transportation Capacity

Natural Gas Constraints Pose Electric Reliability Risks in the Northeast: NPCC Study

The Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) on Jan. 21 released a report highlighting the risks of natural gas dependency for electric reliability in Northeastern regions. The extensive analysis received input from diverse stakeholders including electric and gas system operators and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). NERC commended the initiative to analyze the ability…...

U.S. Energy Department Extends Third Set of Natural Gas Export Authorizations Through 2050

Trump Administration Ends Pause on Liquefied Natural Gas Export Permit Reviews

The U.S. Energy Department on Jan. 21 announced that it is ending the pause on new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export permits following an executive order issued by President Donald Trump. The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management is required to resume consideration of pending applications to export U.S. LNG to countries without a…...

U.S. Energy Department Announces Crude Oil Purchase to Test Market

President Trump Declares Energy Emergency, Takes Action to Expand Fossil Fuel Production

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a series of executive actions on Jan. 20, declaring a national energy emergency, initiating fossil fuel expansion, and withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement. These actions represent a sharp departure from former President Biden’s renewable energy and climate-focused policies. The declaration of a national energy emergency seeks to…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Natural Gas Planning 2025 01 21 Blog preview

State Utility Regulators Consider New Initiatives to Transform Gas Utility Planning

Discussions on utilities’ natural gas planning are progressing, with several U.S. states actively engaging stakeholders to identify solutions and shape future strategies. These efforts focus on…Read the full report  …...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Natural Gas Planning 2025 01 21 Blog preview

Visual Primer: State Utility Regulators Consider New Initiatives to Transform Gas Utility Planning

Discussions on utilities' natural gas planning are progressing, with several U.S. states actively engaging stakeholders to identify solutions and shape future strategies. These efforts focus on critical issues such as aligning regulatory frameworks with state climate goals, ensuring reliable service, and adapting to evolving market and technology changes.

solar generation

U.S. Solar Generation Expected to Increase by 34 Percent in 2025: EIA

The U.S. Energy Information Administration has extended forecasts for five key energy trends through December 2026 in its latest short-term outlook, according to a report published on Jan. 15. The agency projects that these trends will have a significant impact on the energy markets over the upcoming two years. Electricity consumption is expected to increase…...