RESEARCH & DATA
This page serves as a reliable reference for members and other audiences to inform discussions, analyses, and decision-making about natural gas in the PNW. NWGA provides this publicly available information that supports a fact-based understanding of the Pacific Northwest’s natural gas market. It aggregates data from NWGA member companies and other key energy stakeholders, offering charts, datasets, briefs, one-pagers, infographics, and downloadable resources.
Gas Outlook
In this study, we examine several dynamics affecting Pacific Northwest natural gas consumers. The Outlook relies primarily on external, publicly available resources for information on natural gas supply prospects and commodity prices. Regional demand and capacity data are drawn from NWGA member company planning processes, including the Integrated Resource Plan from each of our members that are required to file with utility commissions.
get real on energy
get real on energy is a series based on ten fundamental truths from the 2026 Pacific Northwest Gas Market Outlook—facts about how our region truly powers itself.
​For the millions of people who depend on natural gas every day, to the fact that gas and electricity are partners—not competitors—in one interconnected system, these realities cut through the noise. We'll explore why infrastructure decisions made now shape reliability for years to come, and how the industry is already decarbonizing through renewable natural gas, hydrogen, and methane reduction.
The goal is to ground the conversation in facts, so we can build an energy future that's reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon for everyone.
Natural Gas Facts
These resources provide an overview of natural gas and the myriad of benefits that this domestic, clean, safe, low-cost, dependable and abundant energy source offers Pacific Northwest (PNW) consumers. Already, 3.2 million regional natural gas users are enjoying its economic and environmental advantages, but expanding the use and applications of natural gas will help provide an economically feasible, cleaner environment for future generations.
