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What is Natural Gas Used for? There are many uses of natural gas, all of which benefit our society. From the early 19th to 20th centuries, natural gas was primarily used to power lights in buildings and on streets. Today, modern technology has allowed us expand the uses of natural gas, some of which include: Electricity Generation – The primary use for natural gas is to generate electrical power. Natural gas is the source of more than 25% of the nation’s electricity. According to the Energy of Information Administration, in 2035, 46% of new generating capacity added to the grid will come from natural gas. Heating – Heat produced from natural gas feels warmer than heat that is produced by an electrical pump. More than half of American homes use natural gas to provide heat, hot water and fuel for cooking. More businesses are turning to natural gas to heat offices spaces too, as it is more cost effective than electric heating pumps. Cogeneration and Trigeneration – Electrical energy and heating can be used simultaneously through the technological process of cogeneration, or in simpler terms combined heat and power. Trigeneration is the combination of electricity, heating and cooling. Both processes can increase energy efficiency by 75 to 80 percent. Transportation – Most people don’t realize that natural gas has been used to power vehicles since the 1930’s. Now, more than 150,000 vehicles on America’s roads and more than 5 million worldwide are powered by natural gas. This number is expected to increase due to the popularity of natural gas being used to fuel buses and trucks. Natural gas used in transportation reduces harmful emissions released into the air, which decreases smog pollution. Manufacturing – Steel and paper production uses natural gas to generate process steam for industrial applications. Natural gas is also used for petrochemicals, which are incorporated in plastics, fertilizers, synthetic fibers, cosmetics and medicines. The many uses for natural gas have increased its use as a fuel source domestically and around the world. As society continues to use natural gas instead over other energy sources, we can reduce pollution and benefit from economic, public health and environmental benefits.

Is Natural Gas Affordable? Yes, natural gas offers an affordable source of energy. According to an IHS study, 800 trillion cubic feet of natural gas can be developed for around $3 per cubic foot, and America consumed 27.5 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in 2016. When you do the math, it’s clear that natural gas is a cost effective solution to America’s demand for energy. Why is Natural Gas Affordable? Affordability goes hand in hand with the fact that natural gas is abundant in America. As mentioned, the amount of natural gas used by America in 2016 amounts to 27.5 trillion cubic feet, yet an additional 800 trillion cubic feet is available at roughly the same price point. And, another 1,400 trillion cubic feet of natural gas is available at just a reasonable price point. Extraction > Production > Savings Advancements in natural gas extraction methods have resulted in an abundant supply of natural gas. Technology has increased production efficiency through both hydraulic fracturing (also commonly referred to as fracking) and directional/horizontal drilling. Improved production methods reduce costs, allowing producers to produce more natural gas and oil. Assuming that technological advancements within the industry continue over the next decade with access to additional resources, the estimated total end-use consumer cost of natural gas and electricity in the year 2030 is expected to drop from $654.8 billion to $588.9 billion. This 10.1% price decrease accounts for a savings $65.9 billion, nationally. Per household, this reflects a savings of $464. By the year 2040, end-use consumer costs of natural gas and electricity are estimated to drop 14.5%, or $100.6 billion. Per household, this reflects a significant savings of $655 per household.

Natural Gas is Reliable Why do we need natural gas? Natural gas works for America because it is a reliable source of energy. Think of all the times throughout the day that we rely on energy being conveniently and readily available. Every time you flip a switch to turn on the lights, press a button to turn on your computer, or turn a knob to power your stove, energy is used. As consumers, we demand that energy be available 24 hours a day, year round. But while energy use is constant, the amount of energy used is not always consistent. Consider, for example the different climates around the country and the fluctuations in energy needed to heat and cool homes throughout the year. Maintaining the supply to meet demand requires a balance between the energy that flows into the power grid, and the energy used. We need an efficient and flexible source of energy that keeps the lights on, even when the wind isn’t blowing or the sun isn’t shining. Natural gas is the right solution to meet these needs. The forecast for natural gas To say that natural gas is reliable touches on a few other key points, that it is abundant and affordable. In 2016, one-third of all electricity used in the US was produced by natural gas. And the outlook on natural gas is promising. America has an abundance of natural gas, meaning generations of resources that we can extract and produce at affordable costs.

What is Natural Gas? To define natural gas, we must to understand what it consists of, beyond an understanding that it comes from nature. Natural gas is made up of a mixture of four naturally occurring gases, all of which have different molecular structures. This mixture consists primarily of methane, which makes up 70-90% of natural gas along with ethane, butane and propane. These gases are a result of compacted heat and pressure from deceased animals buried deep under the Earth’s surface for millions of years. Natural gas is extracted from inside the Earth through natural gas drilling and alongside oil drills. Once extracted, the gas is combined with a liquid called crude oil – this is how we can convert natural gas into everyday energy. Why Use Natural Gas? Natural gas is a beneficial source of natural energy, offering advantages over other energy sources such as: • fewer impurities • less chemically complex • combustion results in less pollution • produces less carbon dioxide (which is the primary greenhouse gas), sulfur dioxide (primary precursor of acid rain), nitrogen oxides (primary precursor of smog) and particulate matter (affects health and visibility), than other energy sources • affordable • reliable, meaning it is available for extraction. Natural gas is also being as a clean energy source in the following ways: • making fertilizer for ethanol • generating power for homes and businesses • transportation on land and sea • electricity generation • making methane for hydrogen • used in most of our manufacturing products. Where is Natural Gas? Domestic natural gas production has grown over 20% in the past few years and America is now the world’s leading producer. It is estimated that America has at least a 100-year supply of natural gas. Natural gas is most abundant in states including Texas, Pennsylvania and Oklahoma. Fun Facts about Natural Gas • Natural gas is odorless, colorless, flammable and non-toxic. • Natural gas was first discovered when lighting strikes ignited gas that was seeping from the ground in the middle east between 6000 and 2000 BC. • In 1626, natural gas was found in America when French explorers discovered Native Americans igniting gases that were seeping out of Lake Erie. • A man-made volcano erupts in front of the MGM Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas every hour on the hour in the evenings and it is fueled with pina colada-scented natural gas.