APRIL 20256EDITOR'S DESKNatural gas remains the backbone of U.S. electricity generation, valued for its reliability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. Its lower carbon footprint compared to other fossil fuels and abundant domestic supply have cemented its role in the nation's energy landscape. The growing urgency to address climate change, however, has intensified efforts to integrate natural gas with renewables for a more sustainable energy mix.Several strategies are driving this transition. Natural gas provides essential backup for intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar, ensuring grid stability. Innovations such as power-to-gas (P2G) technology, renewable natural gas (RNG), hybrid energy systems, and carbon capture and storage (CCS) at gas-fired plants are reducing emissions while maintaining reliability.Policy and market mechanisms play a crucial role in accelerating this shift. Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), carbon pricing, incentives for energy storage and hydrogen, investments in grid modernization, and support for RNG development are shaping the future of energy integration. A well-balanced approach can strengthen energy security while advancing sustainability goals.Strong policies and ongoing technological advancements will determine how quickly natural gas and renewables can work together to support a low-carbon future. The challenge lies not in whether integration is possible, but in how rapidly it can be achieved.This edition features Rawhide Leasing, further delving into how natural gas has emerged as a crucial player in ensuring energy security, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. The magazine also includes insights from Doug Kilmer, Vice President, Resource Management, Renewables Delivery Team, TRC Companies, and Stephen Branscum, Senior Energy Manager, Walmart [NYSE: WMT].With the transition to renewable energy and the realities of current demand, natural gas offers a reliable bridge between traditional fossil fuels and a cleaner energy future. We hope these valuable insights from industry leaders featured in this edition will assist you in making informed decisions for your businesses.Let us know your thoughts.Integrating Natural Gas and Renewables for a Sustainable Energy FutureJade McdonaldManaging Editoreditor@energybusinessreview.comCopyright © 2025 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Email:sales@energybusinessreview.comeditor@energybusinessreview.comMarketing@energybusinessreview.com APRIL - 14 - 2025, Vol 06 - Issue 03 (ISSN 2836-5097) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to Energy Business ReviewVisit www.energybusinessreview.com VisualizersRobert Grey SmithManaging EditorJade McdonaldEditorial StaffAaron Pierce Ava GarciaDaeg GroverJoshua Parker Kenny PeruzziScott ThomasDisclaimer: *Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsMichael Wayne
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