Ralph Eads

The Natural Gas Economy

Brian Sullivan, Ralph Eads, John Hickenlooper, Stephen Green, Fred Krupp

This industry forum examines the U.S. shale gas sector's critical pivot toward wet gas extraction and LNG exports while addressing the economic and regulatory challenges posed by price volatility and fragmented state laws. Participants discussed the necessity of balancing environmental mandates, such as Colorado's strict methane limits, with the political imperative to maintain thousands of high-paying jobs and ensure affordable energy for consumers. The consensus among energy leaders and policymakers emphasizes that a stable, transparent regulatory compact is essential to unlock the industry's remaining potential and facilitate a natural gas transition from coal.