Monthly Archives: August 2010

Chris McGill Natural Gas Market Indicators

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Chris McGill | Comments Off


100827 ngmi mcgill Natural Gas Market Indicators

For the period July 1 through August 19, 2010, thirty-two days were recorded by Bentek Energy LLC as having 30 Bcf or more of natural gas demand attributable to power generators in order to meet cooling demand around the country. During that same period in 2009 there were only two such demand days from generators.

That is what happens when summer cooling degree data points to a season 25 percent warmer than normal. Demand from power generators and from the industrial sector is up nearly 10 percent and 8 percent, respectively, year-to-date 2010 over 2009. However, with strong supply fundamentals pricing events over the summer have been really – nonevents.

Visit this link to download the full Natural Gas Market Indicators. Topics covered include: Reported Prices, Weather, Working Gas in Underground Storage, Natural Gas Production, Rig Counts, Pipeline Imports and Exports, and LNG Markets.

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Chris Hogan Spectra Responds to Natural Gas Pipeline Concerns

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Chris Hogan | Comments Off


The safety, security and reliability of America’s interstate natural gas pipeline infrastructure is one of the most important aspects of the energy utility industry.  And, in the case of Spectra Energy’s proposed 15-mile underground natural gas pipeline in the Jersey City, New Jersey, area, it can be an emotional one as well.

In this opinion piece from The Jersey City Independent, Spectra group vice president, Bill Yardley, explains the importance of maintaining and expanding our nation’s vital network of interstate natural gas pipelines.

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Jennifer O'Shea Don’t Miss Out—Make Sure to Register for the World Shale Gas Conference & Exposition

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Jennifer O'Shea | Comments Off


I am pleased to announce that registration is now open for the World Shale Gas Conference & Exposition, which will be held from November 2-5, 2010, at the Gaylord Texan Convention Center in the Dallas, TX metro area. With natural gas from shale being widely recognized as a likely geopolitical game changer for the natural gas industry, this is sure to be a spectacular event.

This event will provide in-depth training in key areas, as well as an exclusive senior level strategic conference that will focus on the commercial, strategic, financial and regulatory issues affecting shale gas production and distribution. This will be complemented by a technical exhibition showcasing the new and existing technologies that are unlocking the potential of shale gas.

We will be bringing together the whole natural gas industry value chain: resource holders, government officials and regulators, operators, service and technology companies, and pipeline and distribution companies from around the world to share knowledge, form partnerships and promote the emergence of this game-changing source of natural gas.

With only about two months before this great event takes place, now is the time to reserve your space. Keep in mind that AGA members get a discounted registration fee.

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Jennifer O'Shea Dave Parker Receives Prestigious Key Award from ASAE and The Center

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Jennifer O'Shea | Comments Off


You may recall that we recently mentioned that Dave Parker was chosen to receive The Key Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and The Center for Association Leadership (The Center). We were thrilled that he was officially presented with the award on Saturday, August 21, at ASAE and The Center’s annual conference in Los Angeles, CA.

The Key Award honors an association CEO who demonstrates exceptional qualities of leadership in his or her own association, and displays a deep commitment to voluntary membership organizations as a whole. This is the highest honor bestowed upon association chief staff executives by ASAE and The Center, and it’s no surprise that Dave was selected for this prestigious award—he is a superb leader and we are all very proud that his efforts have been recognized.

Congratulations, Dave!

Please join us in congratulating Dave below in the comments.

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