Biden admin's LNG export ban puts nearly 1 million jobs at risk: study
Published On Oct 16, 2024, 10:00 AM
The Biden-Harris administration's decision to pause new LNG (liquefied natural gas) export permits for environmental reviews could potentially threaten nearly one million jobs over the next two decades, according to a study by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) in collaboration with PwC. The study estimates that continued restrictions could result in GDP losses of between $122.5 billion and $215.7 billion by 2044, alongside significant tax revenue losses. Advocates argue that lifting the ban could support job creation, economic growth, and energy independence by leveraging U.S. natural gas resources.