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A False Dichotomy.
The intense debate about what happened in Texas in February featured a lot finger pointing. Many were blaming either natural…
Published on March 22, 2021 Read More
Global Voice of Gas
Welcome to the third issue of Global Voice of Gas (GVG), an International Gas Union publication, produced in…
March 8, 2021 Read More
Press Release: International LNG Conference and Exhibition rescheduled to 2023
The 20th International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas, St Petersburg, has been rescheduled to 3 –…
January 12, 2021 Read More
IGU chooses Italy for 2025-2028 Presidency
Andrea Stegher announced as IGU President from 2025-28, with Milan set to host the 30th World Gas Conference
November 23, 2020 Read More
Press Release: IGU welcomes findings of IEA’s World Energy
The International Gas Union (IGU) welcomes analysis in the International Energy Agency’s latest World Energy Outlook demonstrating the…
October 14, 2020 Read More
Unlocking Gas Cleantech’s Economic and Environmental Potential
By 2040, gas cleantech and innovation could reduce energy sector carbon emissions by a third
August 11, 2020 Read More
Global Gas Industry Set to Resume Growth Post-Pandemic, Adopt Low-Carbon Technologies for Long-Term Growth
Covid-19 will reduce gas use in 2020, but recovery will be underpinned by favourable economics, widening access and…
August 6, 2020 Read More
Qatar to host LNG2025
The 21st International Conference and Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas
July 28, 2020 Read More
Cleantech. Gas Can Reduce Emissions in Energy by a Third
IGU and BCG to Release New Analysis on the role of gas technologies in the sustainable future, supporting…
July 9, 2020 Read More
Global Voice of Gas: Issue 1, Vol. 1
IGU releases the first issue of Global Voice of Gas (GVG), a new quarterly publication that sets a new…
June 29, 2020 Read More
WGC2021 Call for Papers
Leading on from the success of the last World Gas Conference where we had over a 1,000 abstract…
May 31, 2020 Read More
Press Release: Global LNG 2020 Report
The International Gas Union (IGU) is pleased to launch its annual LNG report for 2020. The comprehensive analysis…
April 27, 2020 Read More
Message from the IGU President on the COVID-19 Pandemic
The International Gas Union extends its deepest appreciation to the men and women around the world who, under difficult and extreme…
March 23, 2020 Read More
IGU Releases Fourth Edition of Case Studies in Improving Air Quality
IGU is pleased to issue a new report highlighting how the increased use of natural gas in industry,…
December 10, 2019 Read MoreInternational Gas Union responds to the European Investment Bank decision on fossil fuel projects
International Gas Union responds to the European Investment Bank decision on fossil fuel projects
November 15, 2019 Read MoreInternational Gas Union Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2019
The International Gas Union (IGU) welcomes findings in the International Energy Agency’s latest World Energy Outlook (WEO), which…
November 13, 2019 Read MoreIGU Responds on Methane
The International Gas Union (IGU) issues response to the Global Energy Monitor report titled, The New Gas Boom:…
July 14, 2019 Read MoreUnderstanding Methane Emissions And What The Global Gas Industry Is Doing About Them
The 32nd European Gas Regulatory Forum (also known as the Madrid Forum), which gathered key stakeholders across the…
July 5, 2019 Read MoreThe International Gas Union (IGU) issues response to the Global Energy Monitor report titled, The New Gas Boom: Tracking Global LNG Infrastructure
Barcelona, 4 July 2019 – The natural gas sector has played and will continue to play a leading…
July 4, 2019 Read MoreG20 Energy Communique
G20 Ministerial Meeting on Energy Transitions concludes with the release of a Communiqué on Global Environment for Sustainable Growth
June 17, 2019 Read MoreIGU Releases 2019 Wholesale Gas Price Survey
Definitive industry reference explores key trends in wholesale price formation mechanisms over dynamic era in global gas markets
May 13, 2019 Read MoreIGU Releases 2019 World LNG Report
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) trade set a record for the fifth consecutive year in 2018, reaching 316.5 million…
April 5, 2019 Read MoreIGU president: LNG industry sees exciting opportunity in transport application
The 19th International Conference & Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG2019) opened in Shanghai on April 2. Joe…
April 2, 2019 Read MoreOman to host gas summit in 2020
IGRC 2020 will highlight the research, development and innovation aspects of the ever-growing gas industry.
February 17, 2019 Read MoreCOP 24: IGU participation & industry events
The International Gas Union will stage and participate in a number of key side events at a number…
December 3, 2018 Read MoreNews from the IGU Council week meetings in Venice
The IGU’s annual Council Meeting was held on 24-25 October 2018 in Venice, Italy and hosted by the…
December 3, 2018 Read MoreNatural Gas Essential in Ensuring Energy Security -International Gas Union Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2018
International Gas Union Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2018
November 14, 2018 Read MoreIGU President Joe Kang, Vice President Li Yalan and Immediate Past President David Carroll, attend GASEX 2018 in Hangzhou China
On October 29th -31st, the 15th Gas Information Exchange in the Western Pacific Area was hosted in Hangzhou,…
November 2, 2018 Read MoreNatural Gas World – Interview with Mr.Joe Kang
Natural Gas World interviewed IGU President, Mr. Joe Kang, at the close of the 2018 World Gas Conference…
October 15, 2018 Read MoreLetter to the Editor ¨The Economist¨
Letter to the Editor from Professor JOO-MYUNG KANG, IGU President.
October 15, 2018 Read More2018 LNG Report Now Available – Press Release
Barcelona / Washington D.C., June 28, 2018 – The International Gas Union (IGU) today released its 2018 World LNG…
July 4, 2018 Read More2018 Global Gas Report – Press Release
More than 90% of global gas’ consumption growth to 2040 coming from cities The report highlights the key…
June 28, 2018 Read MoreWholesale Price Survey – 2018 Edition – Press release
IGU Releases 2018 Wholesale Gas Price Survey. Vital industry reference examines changing trends in wholesale price formation mechanisms…
June 28, 2018 Read MoreIGU, IOGP and IPIECA join Natural Gas Industry Leaders to combat methane emissions
REDUCING METHANE EMISSIONS ACROSS THE NATURAL GAS VALUE CHAIN GUIDING PRINCIPLES
May 1, 2018 Read MoreThe International Gas Union concluded it’s last Executive Committee meeting prior to the World Gas Conference in Washington D.C. June 25-29th.
Cairo / Barcelona, 20 April 2018 – The International Gas Union (IGU) concluded a very successful Executive Committee…
April 21, 2018 Read MoreIGU Diplomatic Gas Forum, Oslo, Norway
Another edition of the IGU Diplomatic Gas Forum was held in Oslo, Norway on 5 December 2017. This…
February 20, 2018 Read MoreIGU Podcast: Enbridge “starts early” in project communication & CGA believes in “opportunity for gas” in Canada
The IGU podcast covers the issues that matter to the natural gas industry. It presents the people behind…
January 24, 2018 Read MoreDon´t miss the Early Bird Registration to WGC 2018!
Last chance to secure the Early Bird delegate rate to attend the 27th World Gas Conference 2018!
January 23, 2018 Read MoreIGU Diplomatic Gas Forum in Madrid concludes “Natural Gas to have a Fundamental Role in the Future Sustainable Energy Mix”
The 5th IGU Diplomatic Gas Forum was held in Madrid, Spain, on 22 November. The level and interest…
December 15, 2017 Read MoreGas and the Energy Transition – A Global Challenge and Opportunity
On 16-17 November 2017, EnergyNet and the International Gas Union (IGU) hosted the first annual Latin America and…
November 27, 2017 Read MoreInternational Gas Union Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2017
Natural gas to become more prominent in global energy mix than ever before IEA cites the “strong environmental…
November 14, 2017 Read MoreThe People’s Republic of China Wins Bid for International Gas Union Presidency
Madam Li Yalan of The People’s Republic of China announced as IGU President from 2021-2024, with the City…
October 30, 2017 Read MoreIGU Releases 2017 Wholesale Gas Price Survey
Definitive study examines significant changes in wholesale price formation mechanisms in 2016 and over past decade – a…
July 5, 2017 Read MoreIGU Executive Committee Workshop
The IGU Executive Committee Workshop has developed over the last years and is now well established as part…
April 13, 2017 Read MoreIGU Releases 2017 World LNG Report
2016 Global LNG trade jumps 5% to set new record for third consecutive year, as LNG comes to…
April 4, 2017 Read MoreNew International Gas Union Report Highlights Significant Role of LNG in Cleaner Marine Transport
Berlin/Barcelona, 23 March 2017 – The International Gas Union (IGU) has released a new report on the crucial…
March 23, 2017 Read More5th IEF-IGU Ministerial Gas Forum.Gas for growth. Improving economic prosperity and living standards
The biannual IEF-IGU Ministerial Gas Forum is an important cooperation between IEF and IGU. It was first held…
January 27, 2017 Read MoreGas Competence Seminar in Abudja, Nigeria, 13-14 December 2016
The Gas Competence Seminar with the theme ‘‘Towards Ending Gas Flaring and Unlocking Gas Potential in Nigeria’’ in…
January 2, 2017 Read MoreIGU Diplomatic Gas Forum: The Role of Natural Gas in the Sustainable Energy Future
The IGU Diplomatic Gas Forum has become a yearly event in Oslo, Norway. On 12 December, the 4th…
January 2, 2017 Read MoreInternational Gas Union showcases crucial role of gas in improving economic prosperity and quality of life in India
New Delhi, 5th December 2016 – The International Gas Union, the global voice for the natural gas industry,…
December 6, 2016 Read MoreIGU Influence
The IGU team in November attended a number of key events, including COP 22 Marrakech and Gas Week…
December 1, 2016 Read MoreIGU Webcast Live from Amsterdam
The aim of the webcast series is to bring the voices of gas that matter to you. The…
November 30, 2016 Read MoreIGU Webcast – Live from Amsterdam
The IGU Marketing and Communications Committee is inviting you to the second webcast in the series IGU Webcast…
November 30, 2016 Read MoreNew International Gas Union Study Highlights Positive Impact of Natural Gas on Urban Air Quality
Strasbourg/Barcelona, 23 November 2016 – A new report from the International Gas Union (IGU) highlights how the increased…
November 24, 2016 Read MoreThe Globalization of the Natural Gas Industry
On November 1, over 135 participants representing dozens of embassies, Capitol Hill and Administration policy makers, regulators, energy…
November 16, 2016 Read MoreInternational Gas Union Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2016
International Gas Union Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2016 Greater Use of Natural Gas a Vital…
November 16, 2016 Read MoreIGU Council: The Dutch Gas Industry Workshop
The IGU Council week in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 18-21 October, offered three workshops to the delegates. The first…
November 8, 2016 Read MoreIGU Council Workshop: Measure, Document, and Reduce – the Gas Industry´s Commitment to Managing the Methane Challenge
The IGU Council week in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 18-21 October, offered three workshops to the delegates. The second…
November 8, 2016 Read MoreIGU Diplomatic Gas Forum held in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
In relation to the IGU Council, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 18-21 October, the Royal Dutch Gas Association and…
November 8, 2016 Read MoreLuis Bertrán Rafecas Assumes Position of IGU Secretary General
Barcelona, 3 November 2016 – The International Gas Union (IGU) is pleased to announce that as of 1…
November 3, 2016 Read MoreOman to replace Iran to Host 16th International Gas Research Conference in 2020
Original press release announcing Iran as the host of IGRC202 was amended as per the press release dated…
October 25, 2016 Read MoreCelebrating Service – New issue of the IGU magazine
The second 2016 issue of the IGU magazine was recently released. Follow the link to download the issue.
October 25, 2016 Read MoreIGRC 2017 – Call for papers soon to close
The deadline for the Call for Papers for IGRC 2017 right around the corner.
September 23, 2016 Read MoreA visit to Statoil to express appreciation on behalf of the IGU
On 12 August, the IGU President and Secretary General visited Statoil CEO, Eldar Sætre to thank Statoil for…
September 1, 2016 Read MoreG20 Natural Gas Day: IGU and National Energy Administration of China co-host high-level G20 event
Within the current context of the post-COP 21 agreement, the International Gas Union (IGU) and the National Energy…
June 28, 2016 Read MoreIGU Newsletter – June 2016
In the June edition of the IGU newsletter you can read that IGU has appointed an Executive Director,…
June 6, 2016 Read More2016 IGU Wholesale Gas Price Survey
The 2015 IGU Wholesale Gas Price survey is the eighth to be undertaken in a series which began…
May 9, 2016 Read MoreIGU Executive Committee Workshop, 6-7 April, Durban, South Africa
Africa is a continent with tremendous opportunities when it comes to energy and natural gas. Many African countries,…
April 20, 2016 Read MoreCase Studies, Enabling Clean Energies
IGU is pleased to present the second in its series of “Case Study” reports, which focuses on and…
April 19, 2016 Read MoreIGRC 2017 – Call for papers open
International Gas Union Research Conference (IGRC) 2017 will be held 24-26 May 2017 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil….
April 19, 2016 Read MoreRussia to host world’s largest LNG Conference in 2022
The co-organizers of the LNG International Conference & Exhibition, the International Gas Union (IGU), the Gas Technology Institute (GTI) and the…
April 12, 2016 Read MoreIGU Releases 2016 World LNG Report
Perth/Oslo, 12 April 2016 – The International Gas Union (IGU) today released its 2016 World LNG Report, which…
April 12, 2016 Read More“Natural Gas as a Solution to the World’s Energy and Environmental Challenges”
On December 15, IGU and DNV GL, IGU Associate member, invited high-level representatives from the diplomatic missions to…
January 4, 2016 Read MoreThird IGU Diplomatic Gas Forum in Europe
Gas has definitively a role to play in the future energy mix – so concluded the IGU Diplomatic…
December 16, 2015 Read MoreIGU Releases Compelling Study on Urban Air Quality
Switch to Natural Gas Helps Mega-cities Dramatically Improve Air Quality and Reduce Emissions of GHG and Air Pollutants…
December 3, 2015 Read MoreIGU Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2015
Oslo, 11 November 2015 – The International Gas Union (IGU) welcomes the positive outlook for the gas sector…
November 12, 2015 Read MoreGas Competence Seminar
On 22-23 September 2015, the International Gas Union (IGU), in collaboration with The World Bank Group, and supported…
September 30, 2015 Read MoreIGU World LNG Report 2015 edition
A new IGU LNG report was issued in relation to the IGU’s World Gas Conference held in Paris…
June 8, 2015 Read MoreUnited States Takes Lead of the International Gas Union
Paris, France – The United States, through the American Gas Association (AGA), has assumed the Presidency of the…
June 8, 2015 Read MoreIGU Triennial Work Program for 2015-2018 released at WGC 2015
The new IGU Triennial Work Plan program for the 2015-2018 triennium was released at the IGU’s World Gas…
June 8, 2015 Read MoreNew IGU Reports Released
In relation to the 26th World Gas Conference 1-6 June, four new IGU reports were released:
June 8, 2015 Read MoreGas Industry To Tackle Toughest Global Energy Challenges At 26Th World Gas Conference
Paris, 13 May, 2015: The future of the global gas sector will be debated by some of the…
May 14, 2015 Read MoreIGU signs MoU with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
Paris, 30 April 2015 – Gas could play a key role in the transition towards a low carbon…
May 1, 2015 Read More4th IEF-IGU Ministerial Gas Forum
The joint IEF-IGU fourth Ministerial Gas Forum took place in Acapulco, Mexico on12 November 2014, where around 100 high…
December 9, 2014 Read MoreIGU Reaction to the IEA World Energy Outlook 2014
Natural Gas Increases Energy Market Stability, Reduces CO2 Emissions and Improves Quality of Life
November 12, 2014 Read MoreRegistration for WGC2015 is now open
Benefit from the Early Bird Discount today! The 26th World Gas Conference (WGCPARIS2015) is the largest and most…
April 8, 2014 Read MoreIGU LNG Report 2014 edition
A press release was issued by the Secretariat of the International Gas Union (IGU),Oslo, Norway on 25 March…
March 29, 2014 Read MoreCall for Papers (LNG18) Opens Today
The LNG 18 Scientific Program Committee invites the submission of paper or poster abstracts for consideration as an…
March 18, 2014 Read MoreIGU Magazine Spring 2014
Since March 2004 IGU has started publishing a biannual magazine, International Gas. The April 2014 edition is now…
March 12, 2014 Read MoreIGRC 2014 status update video from the Conference Director
The IGRC 2014 preparations are going on well as planned. The Call for Papers was very successful, and…
March 11, 2014 Read MoreCall for Abstracts (WGC2015) now open
We are delighted to invite you to submit an abstract for your chance to be part of the…
March 10, 2014 Read More