The United States reported some 17.4 trillion cubic meters in natural gas reserves in 2023. This was an increase of four percent compared to the previous year. Increasing amounts of proved natural gas reserves in the United States correspond with a global trend as production techniques develop and further appraisals and discoveries are made. The U.S. natural gas industry expands As oil prices rose after the 2008 Recession, natural gas consumption increased as markets turned to a more affordable source of fuel. Low-interest rates and a temporarily destabilized oil market gave investors greater incentive to develop unconventional methods of gas extraction, such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. These developments made it more cost-effective to extract from natural gas reserves deep underground that were previously hard to reach. The rise of shale gas Implementation of hydraulic fracturing, also called “fracking,” has led to an unprecedented increase in the production of shale gas in the United States. Heightened interest in natural gas and expanded extraction capabilities have contributed to greater exploration of previously unattainable source rocks in the United States and abroad.

County-level data from oil and/or natural gas producing States—for onshore production in the lower 48 States only—are compiled on a State-by-State basis. Most States have production statistics available by county, field, or well, and these data were compiled at the county level to create a database of county-level production, annually for 2000 through 2011. Raw data for natural gas is for gross withdrawals, and oil data almost always include natural gas liquids. Note that State-provided natural gas withdrawals were not available for Illinois or Indiana; those estimates were produced using geocoded wells and State total production reported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Information Agency. In the data file, counties with increases or decreases in excess of $20 million in oil and/or natural gas production during 2000-11 are also identified. See the Documentation for more details. Currently, an ERS update to this data product is not planned.

Working gas held in storage facilities in the United States increased by 95 billion cubic feet in the week ending June 13 of 2025 . This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United States Natural Gas Stocks Change - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Natural Gas Production per Rig: New-Well: Haynesville data was reported at 0.010 Cub ft/Day bn in Apr 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.010 Cub ft/Day bn for Mar 2020. Natural Gas Production per Rig: New-Well: Haynesville data is updated monthly, averaging 0.005 Cub ft/Day bn from Jan 2007 (Median) to Apr 2020, with 160 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.011 Cub ft/Day bn in Jan 2019 and a record low of 0.001 Cub ft/Day bn in Jan 2007. Natural Gas Production per Rig: New-Well: Haynesville data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB010: Natural Gas Production: by Region.

The Appalachia basin is by far the most productive natural gas basin in the United States. Monthly gas production in the Appalachia region amounted to some 36.1 million cubic feet per day in April 2024. It is estimated that this figure will fall to 35.8 million cubic feet in June 2024. The Appalachia basin is situated across the states of New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia. The Permian basin is the second most productive natural gas basin, with production estimated at 25.4 million cubic feet per day in April 2024.

This time-enabled map shows global energy production and reserves by country from 1990 to 2014. Coal production, oil production, oil reserves, natural gas production, and natural gas reserves are shown.Unit Definitions:BBL = billion barrels of petroleum liquids (1 bbl = 42 million US gallons)TBPD = thousand barrels per dayTCF = trillion cubic feet (natural gas unit of volume)BCF = billion cubic feet (natural gas unit of volume)The data is sourced from the U.S. Energy Information Agency “International Energy Statistics” - www.eia.gov/beta/international.

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United States Natural Gas Production: Gross Withdrawals data was reported at 3,178.843 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 3,106.695 Cub ft bn for Jul 2018. United States Natural Gas Production: Gross Withdrawals data is updated monthly, averaging 1,985.836 Cub ft bn from Jan 1980 (Median) to Aug 2018, with 464 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,178.843 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018 and a record low of 1,449.958 Cub ft bn in Sep 1986. United States Natural Gas Production: Gross Withdrawals data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB010: Natural Gas Production.

This data release contains several datasets that provide an overview of oil and gas well history and production of the United States, from 1817 to September 1, 2022. Well history data is aggregated into 1-mile and 10-mile squares indicating the total number of wells and counts of wells classified as oil, gas, dry, injection, hydraulically fractured, and/or horizontal wells. Well history is also separated into layers binned on 1-year increments from a well's spud date (date drilling commenced). Production data is aggregated in 2-mile and 10-mile squares that sum the total production of oil, gas, and water volumes. Production data is also separated into layers binned on 1-year increments to reflect the year of production. These aggregations are compiled from data from IHS Markit, which is a proprietary, commercial database. No proprietary data is contained in this release. This data release was updated May 2023 to reflect an offset of 1 year on the original release.

Data and statistics on natural gas prices, exploration and reserves, production, imports and exports, storage, pipelines, and consumption. Data released on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. International data on natural gas production, consumption, imports and exports, CO2 emissions, and reserves.

This dataset contains information about world's natural gas reserves from 1980. Data from BP. Follow datasource.kapsarc.org for timely data to advance energy economics research. Notes:^ Less than 0.05.

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n/a not available.Total proved reserves of natural gas - Generally taken to be those quantities that geological and engineering information indicates with reasonable certainty can be recovered in the future from known reservoirs under existing economic and operating conditions. The data series for natural gas does not necessarily meet the definitions, guidelines and practices used for determining proved reserves at company level, for instance as published by the US Securities and Exchange Commission, nor does it necessarily represent BP’s view of proved reserves by country.

Reserves-to-production (R/P) ratio - If the reserves remaining at the end of any year are divided by the production in that year, the result is the length of time that those remaining reserves would last if production were to continue at that rate.

Source of data - The estimates in this table have been compiled using a combination of primary official sources and third-party data from Cedigaz and the OPEC Secretariat.

Annual changes and share of total are calculated.

The US natural gas market, a significant component of the global energy landscape, is projected to experience robust growth over the forecast period (2025-2033). Driven by increasing demand from the power generation sector, a shift towards cleaner energy sources (compared to coal), and ongoing industrialization, the market is poised for expansion. The abundance of shale gas reserves within the US contributes significantly to this growth, making the nation a key player in global natural gas production and trade. While challenges exist, such as fluctuating prices influenced by global supply chains and environmental concerns regarding methane emissions, technological advancements in extraction and infrastructure development are mitigating these risks. The residential sector also contributes to market growth, albeit at a slower rate compared to power generation and industrial applications. Competition among major players like ExxonMobil, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips, fuels innovation and efficiency improvements within the industry. The market segmentation by gas type (wet and dry) further reflects the diverse applications and evolving needs of consumers and industries. Assuming a conservative CAGR of 5% based on the provided information, and a 2025 market size of approximately $300 billion (a reasonable estimate considering the scale of the US energy market), we can project substantial growth throughout the forecast period. Growth is expected to be most pronounced in regions with strong industrial activity and expanding power grids. The specific growth trajectory will depend on factors such as government policies promoting natural gas utilization (or potentially phasing it out), technological advancements, and global geopolitical events impacting energy prices. Nonetheless, the US natural gas market is expected to maintain its position as a major contributor to the national energy supply and a significant player in the global energy market. Further analysis of specific segments (e.g., wet vs. dry natural gas within each end-use sector) would provide more granular insights into market dynamics and investment opportunities. The overall outlook remains positive, projecting significant value creation and economic benefits over the next decade. Recent developments include: May 2022: According to the US Energy Information Administration, the Natural Gas Pipeline Project Tracker was updated with recent approvals and completions of pipeline projects. As of the end of the first quarter of 2022, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved three projects to increase the export of US natural gas by pipeline and LNG. FERC approved two projects connecting LNG terminals in Louisiana. The Evangeline Pass Expansion Project, owned by Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, is 1.1 billion cubic feet in size. It is intended that the proposed Plaquemines LNG Project in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, be supplied with natural gas by constructing 13.1 miles of new pipeline and two new compressor stations., April 2022: TotalEnergies signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) with Sempra Infrastructure, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and Japan LNG Investment for the expansion of Cameron LNG, a liquefied natural gas (LNG) production and export facility located in Louisiana, United States. The expansion project includes the development of a fourth train with a production capacity of 6.75 million metric tons per annum (Mtpa), as well as the debottlenecking of the first three trains to increase production by 5%.. Notable trends are: Power Generation Segment to Dominate the Market.

Global proved natural gas reserves amounted to some 206 trillion standard cubic meters in 2023. Since 1960, continued growth in the exploration & production industry has resulted in the combined volume of known reserves increasing more than ten-fold, surpassing 200 trillion cubic meters in 2011. Natural gas reserves by region and country Proved reserves indicate the amount of a resource that can be produced economically under current prices and available technologies. Reserves can change annually with new discoveries and thorough appraisal of existing fields. The majority of the world’s natural gas reserves are located in the Middle East. Russia is the country with the largest share of global natural gas reserves. Natural gas production in the U.S. The United States has experienced a relatively large surge in proved natural gas reserves, reaching record numbers from the 2010s onward. Most of these new reserves have been found in shale deposits in Pennsylvania, Western Virginia, and Texas. The U.S. has also increased production output due to increased use of hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”) and horizontal drilling. U.S. shale gas production is forecast to grow even further in the coming decades and reach nearly 35 trillion cubic feet by 2050.

The size of the North America Natural Gas Market was valued at USD XX Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD XXX Million by 2032, with an expected CAGR of 5.00% during the forecast period. The North American natural gas market is exhibiting dynamic growth, not only owing to high domestic production coupled with rising consumption but also a growing trend toward cleaner sources of energy. Today, the United States is the world's largest producer of natural gas, largely because of the breakthrough in shale extraction technologies that have opened up vast reserves. This has resulted in the United States becoming the world's largest liquefied natural gas exporter. Most particularly, it makes use of incredibly high demand in markets such as Asia and Europe. Canada has considerable natural gas reserves, pipelines, and other infrastructure, supporting both the export of gas to the U.S. and international markets, besides providing domestic energy supply. ALCANICA: Canada is also focusing on the development of LNG export facilities to meet growing demand worldwide. As environmental concerns go up, natural gas becomes a bridge fuel-a source to help in the process of moving away from coal and supporting renewable integration. The issues affecting the market here include price volatility, regulatory barriers, and increased competition due to renewable energy. This should continue to be accompanied by growth in North America's natural gas market, as production capacity is strong, and investments being made in infrastructure are supported within a shifting energy mix that increasingly is suited for cleaner fuels. Recent developments include: In July 2022, Sempra Infrastructure signed an agreement with Mexico's Federal Electricity Commission to advance the joint development of critical energy infrastructure projects in Mexico, including the rerouting of the Guaymas-El Oro pipeline in Sonora, the proposed Vista Pacífico LNG project in Topolobampo, Sinaloa, and the potential development of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca.. Key drivers for this market are: 4., Growing Demand for Renewable Energy4.; Upcoming Investments in the Energy Sector and Supportive Renewable Energy Policies. Potential restraints include: 4., High Initial Investment Cost and Long Investment Return Period on Projects. Notable trends are: Power generation to Dominate the Market.

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Russia has the largest proved natural gas reserves in the world. As of 2023, it held reserves worth 44.2 trillion standard cubic meters worth of the fossil fuel. Iran and Qatar followed, with more than 30 and 20 trillion cubic meters, respectively. Notable new discoveries have been made since 1960, when known reserves were only a fraction of what they are today. Determining proved reserves Used as a source of energy generation and a feedstock in the chemicals industry, natural gas serves a variety of purposes. It is mainly transported in gaseous form via pipelines, but may be shipped via tanker vessels once liquefied. Proved reserves is a measure used to establish recoverable resource volumes. These are linked to known reservoirs and estimated through exploratory drilling. Since 1960, global proved natural gas reserves increased more than ten-fold, reaching a new peak at 206 trillion cubic meters in 2023. Of these, the majority are located in the Middle East. U.S. is world's largest natural gas producer The United States is the world’s largest natural gas producer, despite proved reserves being only a third of Russia's. In 2023, the U.S. was responsible for nearly one trillion cubic meters of natural gas being extracted. This compared to a production volume of some 580 billion cubic meters by Russia.

This table contains 175 series, with data for years 1966 - 2002 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and is no longer being released. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (125 items: Total; Total Americas; North America; United States; ...);  Estimates (2 items: Natural gas production; Natural gas proved reserves).

Legacy Natural Gas Production Change: Niobrara data was reported at -195.220 Cub ft/Day bn in Apr 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of -192.499 Cub ft/Day bn for Mar 2020. Legacy Natural Gas Production Change: Niobrara data is updated monthly, averaging -123.170 Cub ft/Day bn from Jan 2007 (Median) to Apr 2020, with 160 observations. The data reached an all-time high of -85.141 Cub ft/Day bn in Jan 2007 and a record low of -195.220 Cub ft/Day bn in Apr 2020. Legacy Natural Gas Production Change: Niobrara data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB010: Natural Gas Production: by Region.

Geospatial data about US Natural Gas Underground Storage Facilities. Export to CAD, GIS, PDF, CSV and access via API.

The Undiscovered Oil and Gas Resources dataset shows the locations of the Assessment Units (AUs) in the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) World Assessment of Undiscovered Oil and Gas Resources. The assessment was conducted in 2012 and evaluated 313 AUs within 171 geologic provinces (areas where oil and gas occur in commercial quantities). An AU is a mappable volume of rock with homogenous geologic properties. Each AU was assessed for undiscovered oil and gas resources using data from published literature. In each geologic province, total petroleum systems (TPS) were also defined. A TPS is the group of geologic elements needed for oil and gas formation. The Undiscovered Oil and Gas Resources dataset provides an understanding of the quantity, quality and distribution of global conventional oil and gas resources. Conventional oil and gas resources, such as crude oil and natural gas, are found in high porosity/permeability reservoirs. Unconventional oil and gas resources are found in low porosity/permeability reservoirs, such as shale and tar sands. Conventional resources are relatively easy to extract from the earth and do not require fracking. The USGS World Assessment of Undiscovered Oil and Gas Resources determined that a total of 565,298 million barrels of oil, 5,605,626 billion cubic feet of gas and 166,668 million barrels of natural gas liquids remained undiscovered as of 2011. All of these resources are conventionally extractable. However, conventional oil and gas resources are dwindling. Knowing where and how much conventional oil and gas remains undiscovered is important for understanding the world’s energy future. The Undiscovered Oil and Gas Resources dataset is a geologic basis for making decisions about energy. It can help predict future energy production trends and increase understanding of the social and environmental consequences of oil and gas resource exploitation.