Why natural gas has an uncertain future

Until recently, most environmental groups viewed natural gas favorably in facilitating the transition to a low-carbon environment. Today, these groups as well as others have radically changed their perspective by opposing natural gas for electric generation. They also advocate ‘electricification,’ where fossil-fuel customers convert to electricity for water and space heating, and transportation. This article examines their arguments and policy recommendations. © 2017 Elsevier Inc.