Gas Industry

Atmos, a major natural gas provider for the state, issued a conservation notice and reported low pressure issues during last week’s freeze.

Unlike in February, the supply disruption did not translate into problems for the electric grid. But, energy experts say, it shows Texas has more work to do to safeguard its energy infrastructure against weather-related blackouts.

Electric vehicle ownership and charging infrastructure is expected to grow significantly before the next legislative session. The lobbying power of the industry — and the number of enthusiastic electric vehicle drivers — will likely grow as well.

Inadequate gas supply was a major reason for the crisis, but you wouldn’t know it by listening to many state lawmakers debating bills to address it. As the session winds down, it's unclear if they will ensure gas infrastructure is weatherized to withstand the next big freeze.

The massive pipeline, which supplies 45% of the East Coast's gasoline and jet fuel, was forced to shut down over the weekend. The company says it has one line operating under manual control.

Coronavirus hit the global markets this week, sending stocks reeling and pushing economies toward possible recession. In Texas, the view could be even…

The head of the Texas Oil and Gas Association said Tuesday his group agrees fossil fuels contribute to global warming and that the industry will find ways…

Earthquake activity has skyrocketed in Texas over the last dozen years because of increased oil and gas activity. But those manmade quakes are not…

When the Trump administration announced plans to roll back Obama-era rules limiting methane emissions from oil and gas operations, even some in industry…

Climate activists protesting oil and gas are the first charged under a new critical infrastructure law in Texas. Supporters say the laws protect ports, pipelines and other sensitive places.