DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 3,369 Bcf as of Friday, October 8, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 81 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 501 Bcf less than last year at this time and 174 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,543 Bcf. At 3,369 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
Sharp surge in energy prices threatens economic recovery and is already slowing growth
We’ve seen countless material costs increase throughout the pandemic including skyrocketing fossil fuel rates. Consumers are wondering how long prices will continue to rise especially in the northern US with winter fast approaching.
The lack of resources coupled with higher costs are affecting global supply chains. Oil and coal are making up for the lack of natural gas and wind power supplies but are also showing rising prices compared to last year.
The probability of a recession increases when energy prices are steadily moving towards a higher percentage of GDP. Global effects on supply chains also impact numbers and priorities for spending. How Americans choose to spend their money is forecasted to be different than past years. Where they cut back on costs will affect not just the industry but overall economic growth. Economists believe we don’t need to worry about a recession at this point but are concerned with how badly it can cause growth to be affected negatively.
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Additional Information: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/12/sharp-surge-in-energy-prices-threatens-economic-recovery-and-is-already-slowing-growth.html
DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 3,288 Bcf as of Friday, October 1, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 118 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 532 Bcf less than last year at this time and 176 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,464 Bcf. At 3,288 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 3,082 Bcf as of Friday, September 17, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 76 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 589 Bcf less than last year at this time and 229 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,311 Bcf. At 3,082 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
Natural gas spikes during winter storm and regulatory commission wont require disclosure of pricing
The Polar Vortex of February 2021 sparked numerous lawsuits and multiple investigations at nearly every Government level. Consider Kansas.
The Kansas Attorney General is investigating the price spike and looking to enforce the states prohibition against anti-profiteering law.
However, the Kansas Corporation Commission (oversees regulatory matters) denied two motions of the anti-profiteering investigation.
Consider this statement from an oversight commission whose job includes ensuring open and fair price disclosure.
The commission said the consumer coalition “has not demonstrated that disclosure will benefit the public interest,” and release of the proprietary information has “great potential to harm current and future Kansas natural gas customers through higher purchased gas costs. A general argument in favor of transparency cannot outweigh this very real harm to customers.”
Yes, the commission responsible for regulatory oversight has said disclosure of pricing during the polar vortex COULD HARM customers. Mind you, the pricing has already been paid and this request is to see what contributed to the higher prices.
The principal role of a utility oversight board is to investigate pricing. Kansas Corporation Commission appears to stand alone in not wanting disclosure.
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Additional Information: Kansas AG says winter storm natural gas prices appear illegal (salina.com)
DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 3,006 Bcf as of Friday, September 10, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 83 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 595 Bcf less than last year at this time and 231 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,237 Bcf. At 3,006 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
Europe’s Energy Crisis Worsens As Wind Stops Blowing
Energy prices have skyrocketed throughout Europe. The reopening of EU economies increased gas demand and resulted in a natural gas shortage. On top of that, lower wind power generation from unexpectedly mild weather caused the normal output of 24 GW to be less than 1 GW over several days. Coal plants had to be restarted to create enough electricity. The record high prices and low supply are a large concern especially with winter approaching.
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Additional Information: https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Europes-Energy-Crisis-Worsens-As-Wind-Stops-Blowing.html
DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 2,923 Bcf as of Friday, September 3, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 52 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 592 Bcf less than last year at this time and 235 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,158 Bcf. At 2,923 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 2,871 Bcf as of Friday, August 27, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 20 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 579 Bcf less than last year at this time and 222 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,093 Bcf. At 2,871 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.
DOE EIA Weekly Gas Storage Report
Working gas in storage was 2,851 Bcf as of Friday, August 20, 2021, according to EIA estimates.
This represents a net increase of 29 Bcf from the previous week. Stocks were 563 Bcf less than last year at this time and 189 Bcf below the five-year average of 3,040 Bcf. At 2,851 Bcf, total working gas is within the five-year historical range.