How much shale gas is produced in the United States?
In 2023, about 78% (37.87 trillion cubic feet) of total U.S. dry natural gas production was from shale formations.
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Dry shale gas production estimates by play
U.S. natural gas production by source or type of gas and gross production (withdrawals) of shale gas by state
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Projections for U.S. natural gas production; Annual Energy Outlook, Table 14. Oil and Gas Supply for Reference case and for Side cases
Last updated: September 19, 2024; preliminary data.