Natural gas consumption by the U.S. electric power sector is forecasted to average 43.7 Bcf/d this summer, similar to last year. A record high of 46.1 Bcf/d is expected in the summer of 2027, driven by increased electricity demand from commercial and industrial sectors, particularly in Texas and Virginia. The shift toward more generation from natural gas and renewables continues as coal usage declines.
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