Gulf Coast Energy Forum Looks at Gas Supply
Alabama Gov. Bob Riley commented on LNG at the Gulf Coast Energy Forum in Mobile, Ala. on Monday, saying that “certain environmental protections” must be implemented before a terminal project goes forward in or near the state. Michael Zenker, managing director for global gas at Cambridge Energy Research Associates, said that importing LNG is critical to easing the nation’s energy burden. “Could we get by without LNG? No.” Zenker said. “There is no plan B.” The conference focused on the need to increase gas supply to lower prices and keep US industry strong. Read more in Tuesday’s Mobile Register.