Chapter 5 of a report on the energy industry in Texas. It looks at natural gas, its history, and its uses. The economic impact of the natural gas industry in Texas is described, consumption, production, distribution through pipelines, storage and disposal, and availability. Looks at costs and benefits, environmental impact, and risks. Discusses the government regulatory agencies that oversee the industry, particularly with respect to pipeline construction, and what the future outlook is for the natural gas industry in Texas.

Concepts

natural gas

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natural gas pipeline, nonrenewable energy source, texas comptroller of public accounts: the energy report: natural gas, fossil fuel

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