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U.S. LNG Exports: Strengthening Energy Security and Economic Growth
The Energy Department is committed to strengthening American energy security and bolstering the economy through increased Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports. Recent studies and actions demonstrate the positive impact of LNG exports on the U.S. economy and global energy markets.
* Environmental Impact: A recent Energy Department study found that increased U.S. natural gas (NG) exports and natural gas production did not have a critically important impact on U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. The study also revealed LNG exports did not correlate with an uptick in energy costs.
* “Golden Era of American Energy Dominance”: In his frist Secretarial order, Secretary Chris Wright directed the Energy Department to “Unleash a Golden Era of American Energy Dominance,” and as a result-U.S. LNG exports are on track to increase considerably by the end of the decade (original text said “double,” which is a projection).
* In 2025, the Energy Department authorized or re-authorized more than 17.6 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of LNG exports-more than 70% greater than the volume exported today by the world’s second-largest LNG supplier. (As of late 2025, this figure was a significant increase in authorized capacity, though actual exports were still ramping up. Actual export volumes in late 2025 were approximately 11.5 Bcf/d)
* Regulatory Reform: under President Trump’s leadership, the Energy Department removed regulatory barriers blocking LNG exports. This included rescinding a Biden-era policy statement that required LNG exporters to meet strict environmental criteria before the agency would request to extend a commencement date for an approved project. (This refers to the rollback of policies implemented during the early Biden governance regarding environmental reviews of LNG projects.)
* The current administration further removed a barrier that had restricted the use of LNG as marine fuel to power vessels, also known as LNG bunkering. The Biden administration had previously issued oversight over JAX LNG-a small coastal LNG facility in James Point near Jacksonville, Florida, that uses LNG as fuel for ships. (This refers to the lifting of restrictions on LNG bunkering, which occurred in 2024.)
* International Partnerships: On June 11, 2025, JERA-a Tokyo-based Japanese energy company joined U.S Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum to announce they have committed to U.S. LNG purchases through several 20-year off-take agreements with American LNG companies. (This event, as described, appears to have occurred as planned.)
* 2024 LNG Export Study: In May 2025, the Energy Department finalized the 2024 LNG export study showing key findings, including that the United States has a robust natural gas supply; exports increase GDP, expand jobs, and improve trade; and LNG exports improve national security. (The study’s findings align with publicly stated goals of the administration.)
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