When it comes to pipeline take-away constraints out of the Permian, the spotlight has largely been on natural gas and NGLs. However, Permian crude oil takeaway pipeline situation is not far behind and remains dynamic given the possibility of positive FIDs on multiple large offshore crude oil terminals in the… Read more »
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Growing Ethane Exports: Reshaping Appalachian Producers’ Commercial Strategies
In April 2024, Energy Transfer unveiled the inaugural phase of an optimization initiative at the Marcus Hook NGL export terminal, designed to incorporate additional ethane refrigeration and storage capacity. This enhancement aims to facilitate heightened exports of ethane from the Appalachian basin. While specific details regarding the incremental capacity remain… Read more »
Clean Ammonia: Leading the Global Decarbonization Charge
Clean ammonia is fast emerging as the front runner in global decarbonization efforts in various hard-to-abate sectors from power generation and maritime shipping. Domestically, clean ammonia is shaping to be a vital component of a pragmatic U.S. energy transition future. Recent advancements in technology, favorable regulatory policies, sizable federal subsidies,… Read more »
Debunking the Hype: Putting the U.S. LNG Approval Pause into Perspective
On April 2nd, 2024, Reuters reported White House officials being open to ending the pause on approvals of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to obtain Republican support to get a Ukraine aid package as part of the $95 billion bipartisan national security agreement. The White House has labeled this development… Read more »
Navigating Infrastructure Challenges of Growing Permian NGL Production
Despite stringent capital discipline exercised by oil and gas producers in recent years, U.S. hydrocarbon production continues its impressive growth trajectory. The Permian shale play stands out as a major contributor to this expansion, defying expectations and consistently boosting hydrocarbon output. Notably, even as natural gas prices in the region… Read more »
Golden Era for U.S. Natural Gas Storage – Version 2.0
After more than a decade of lackluster performance, natural gas storage assets are back in vogue, and thriving. Consider the following gas storage trends in the U.S.: The golden age of gas storage version 2.0 is truly underway!