U.S. natural gas exports are likely to continue growing through at least 2050, according to updated long-term forecasting from the Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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In its Annual Energy Outlook (AEO) 2022 report, published Thursday, the agency said it sees liquefied natural gas (LNG) and pipeline exports to Mexico both contributing to the increase in the reference case scenario.

Amid growing demand for exports as well as industrial uses, the AEO 2022 reference case predicted rising natural gas production through 2050, with “more than 35% of gross additions” exported. Increased liquefied natural gas (LNG) capacity and growing global consumption are expected to drive higher U.S. exports through 2050, according to the agency.

“Beyond 2025, we project that natural...