US natural gas output and demand to hit record highs in 2026 and 2027, EIA says
UNG•The EIA projected US dry gas production will rise to 113.0 billion cubic feet per day in 2026 and 117.6 bcfd in 2027, while consumption reaches 92.3 bcfd and 94.4 bcfd, respectively.
1. Production and demand forecasts
The EIA projected US dry gas production will rise from a record 107.6 billion cubic feet per day in 2025 to 113.0 bcfd in 2026 and 117.6 bcfd in 2027. Domestic gas consumption is projected to increase from a record 91.9 bcfd in 2025 to 92.3 bcfd in 2026 and 94.4 bcfd in 2027. If correct, 2026 would be the fifth consecutive year of record demand.
