Commodities
Western Midstreamers Demand Urgent Expansion of Natural Gas Infrastructure
The midstream operators in the Western US market are calling for rapid expansion of natural gas infrastructure to meet growing demand and alleviate price volatility.
At a recent conference, leading midstreamers emphasized the need to optimize pipeline flows and increase storage capacity as more of the region's pipelines run at full utilization.
The growing demand in the Western US has outpaced pipeline capacity, resulting in price spikes when weather conditions are unfavorable. To mitigate this issue, additional storage is required to stabilize prices and ensure a reliable supply of natural gas.