Reliable
A resilient energy system is essential to the operation of nearly every critical function and sector of the U.S. economy.
The natural gas system’s physical characteristics provide stability to the energy system.
With an underground, looped infrastructure, pipelines are shielded from many major disruptive events.
You might be wondering what it means for an energy system to be reliable, and how natural gas fits that bill. Check out our commonly asked questions about natural gas reliability – with clear answers backed by data.
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By the Numbers
3,871 Tcf
With 3,871 trillion cubic feet of natural gas available in future supply and 2.8 million miles of pipelines, natural gas is available where you need it, when you need it.
1 in 628
Only 1 in 628 customers are expected to experience a planned or unplanned natural gas outage in any given year.
92% Efficient
The natural gas delivery system is 92% efficient from production to customer.
Reliability News
- Second annual Natural Gas Readiness Forum Summit delivers important industry coordination as winter season begins
- AGA applauds Congressman Langworthy introduction of Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act
Winter Heating Season Performance
Innovating for a Safe, Cleaner Future
New technology and innovation are making the natural gas industry cleaner, more efficient, and safer for the 189 million Americans and 5.6 million businesses who rely on it every day. Learn more about how natural gas utilities work to keep customers, employees and communities safe.