NATURAL GAS: Essential to the energy eco-system

Suzanne Ogle is well-versed in the issues surrounding natural gas and can provide valuable insights and analysis on the topic from the vantage point of energy demand, natural gas utilization and the vantage point of the Southern Gas Association.

Suzanne believes that “Natural gas is a critical component of the energy system, and removing it can harm the system overall.” Here are some key points to consider when it comes to considering if Natural Gas is an important element in the renewable energy mix:

Natural Gas is a Clean and Reliable Energy Source

Natural gas is a clean and reliable energy source that has a lower carbon footprint than other fossil fuels. It is also abundant and domestically produced, which makes it a secure source of energy for North America.

Natural gas is used to generate electricity, heat homes and businesses, and power vehicles. It is also used as a feedstock for the production of chemicals, plastics, and other materials.

Natural Gas is Essential for a Balanced Energy Portfolio

A balanced energy portfolio includes a mix of energy sources, including natural gas, coal, nuclear, and renewable energy. Natural gas is an essential component of this mix because it is reliable, flexible, and affordable. It can be used to generate electricity when renewable energy sources are not available, and it can be used to back up intermittent renewable energy sources like wind and solar.

Removing Natural Gas Can Harm the Energy System Overall

Removing natural gas from the energy system can harm the system overall. It can lead to higher energy costs, reduced reliability, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Natural gas is an important source of baseload power, which means it provides a steady and reliable source of electricity that is available 24/7. Removing natural gas from the energy mix can lead to a less reliable and more expensive energy system.

Natural Gas is a Bridge to a Clean Energy Future

Natural gas is a bridge to a clean energy future because it can be used to replace higher-emitting fossil fuels like coal and oil. It is also a complement to renewable energy sources like wind and solar because it can provide backup power when these sources are not available. Natural gas can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality by replacing higher-emitting fossil fuels.

The Southern Gas Association is Committed to Promoting Natural Gas

The Southern Gas Association is committed to promoting natural gas as a clean, reliable, and affordable source of energy. The association represents natural gas utilities, pipeline companies, and suppliers in the southern United States. It provides education, training, and advocacy on behalf of the natural gas industry.

THE ENERGY ECOSYSTEM

Here are 10 reasons why natural gas is critical to our energy ecosystem:

1. Natural gas is a relatively clean-burning fossil fuel that produces fewer emissions of nearly all types of air pollutants compared to other fossil fuels.
2. Natural gas is abundant and domestically produced, which makes it a secure source of energy for North America.
3. Natural gas is a reliable and flexible source of energy that can be used to generate electricity when renewable energy sources are not available.
4. Natural gas is an essential component of a balanced energy portfolio that includes a mix of energy sources, including coal, nuclear, and renewable energy.
5. Natural gas is a complement to renewable energy sources like wind and solar because it can provide backup power when these sources are not available.
6. Natural gas is used to heat homes and businesses, which is essential for a good standard of living and good health.
7. Natural gas is used as a feedstock for the production of chemicals, plastics, and other materials.
8. Natural gas is a bridge to a clean energy future because it can be used to replace higher-emitting fossil fuels like coal and oil.
9. Natural gas can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality by replacing higher-emitting fossil fuels.
10. Natural gas is a critical component of the energy system, and removing it can harm the system overall by leading to higher energy costs, reduced reliability, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.

Natural gas is a critical component of the energy system, and removing it can harm the system overall. Natural gas is a clean and reliable energy source that is essential for a balanced energy portfolio. It is also a bridge to a clean energy future and can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. The Southern Gas Association is committed to promoting natural gas as a clean, reliable, and affordable source of energy.