How Texas Leads The New Natural Gas Pipeline Boom
Texas is leading a significant expansion in natural gas pipeline capacity, accounting for over 66% of planned additions in the U.S. for 2026 and 2027. This growth is driven by increasing demand from various sectors, particularly in the Permian Basin, where producers are seeking to alleviate pipeline constraints. The expansion is crucial for supporting both domestic energy needs and the booming global LNG export market.
- ▪Texas is responsible for approximately 29.7 billion cubic feet per day of the planned natural gas pipeline capacity additions in the U.S.
- ▪The state is experiencing its second major pipeline expansion boom in just over a decade, significantly outpacing other regions.
- ▪New pipelines are essential for unlocking stranded natural gas resources and supporting the U.S. LNG export market.
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Big Tent Ideas How Texas Leads The New Natural Gas Pipeline Boom OPINION Photo is not from story. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) David Blackmon David Blackmon is an energy writer and consultant based in Texas. He spent 40 years in the oil and gas business, where he specialized in public policy and communications. May 30, 2026 12:15 PM ET May 30, 2026 12:15 PM ET David Blackmon David Blackmon is an energy writer and consultant based in Texas. He spent 40 years in the oil and gas business, where he specialized in public policy and communications.
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