Global Natural Gas Reserves 2010-2022
April 1, 2024
Global natural gas reserves increased from 196 trillion cubic meters (Tcm) in 2010 to 205 Tcm in 2017. Reserves then declined from 2017 through 2020 to about 202 Tcm.
Top 5 Global Natural Gas Reserves By Country 2010-2022 (TCM)
April 1, 2024
In 2022, the top 5 countries totaled 136 Tcm of natural gas reserves and represent about 2/3 of the global total of 206 Tcm.
Global Natural Gas Production 2010-2022
April 1, 2024
Global natural gas production has increased 75% since 2010, from 2400 billion cubic meters (Bcm) to about 4200 Bcm in 2022.
North American Dry Natural Gas Production Forecast
July 5, 2021
Forecast of US and Canadian dry gas production, by area, to 2040.
US production and development is primarily focused in two regions: Appalachia (Marcellus and Utica) and Haynesville while Canada’s is focused primarily in Alberta. Supply growth is driven by forecasted growth in demand from the power generation sector and LNG exports.