In 2021, global natural gas consumption reached a new all-time high, surpassing the previous record set in 2019 by 3.3%. The United States emerged as the world’s top producer and consumer of natural ...

The bottom line: The liquefied natural gas (LNG) market witnessed profound shifts in 2021. China finally emerged as the world’s largest importer, while the United States narrowed the gap with ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert Rapier is a chemical engineer covering the energy sector. This article is more than 4 years old. 23 February 2022, ...

Editor’s Note: In this four-part series, columnist Chris Tomlinson examines allegations that natural gas pipeline operators and traders triggered the 2021 blackouts while trying to manipulate prices.