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The future is now

Natural Gas. Clean, affordable and abundant energy to meet growing North American demand.

Energy is utilized in everything we do. From the moment we get out of bed, turn on the light and start brewing our morning cup of coffee, energy is being consumed from various forms of renewable and non-renewable resources. However, with increasing environmental regulations and a big dependence on foreign oil, North America's energy portfolio is beginning to change.

A shift towards renewable energy is a viable solution to cut carbon emissions - however, North American demand is simply too high to be supported entirely by renewable energy sources. Renewable energy sources have, in the past, been more expensive to produce and are not always available. Natural gas is affordable, it can support renewable technology, and it is a reliable source of energy when the wind doesn't blow and the sun doesn't shine.

A domestic and proven source of energy, natural gas contributes to about 23 percent of the energy mix in Canada and the U.S. demonstrating the capacity is already in place for natural gas to meet our future energy needs. With an estimated 100 years supply in Canada and the U.S. at current production rates, this underutilized resource presents an opportunity to shift our current energy mix and incorporate more natural gas into transportation and power generation. Natural gas is the clear energy choice in meeting the increased demand for energy while at the same time reducing our overall carbon footprint.

did you know?

World marketed energy consumption is projected to increase 44 percent by 2030.
Source: International Energy Outlook 2009