In the latest polls, Kamala Harris seems to have overtaken Donald Trump in the race for the White House. However, everybody knows the most important things will happen in the swing states. Issues concerning natural gas in Pennsylvania may impact the results of the upcoming elections.
Why is natural gas in Pennsylvania so important?
A quick recap on the importance of swing states and why they are so essential in the U.S. presidential election. In most cases, analysts agree that there is no battle between Harris and Trump. 99.9 percent of states such as California, Massachusetts, or Washington will vote for the Democratic candidate, while Utah, Oklahoma, or Arkansas will still be Republican after the elections.
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However, there are several states where polls are still inconclusive, and literally every vote matters: Nevada, Wisconsin, Arizona, Michigan, North Carolina, Georgia, and (yes, you guessed it right) Pennsylvania.
That’s why natural gas in Pennsylvania is essential for both Harris and Trump.
Between protecting the climate and long-lasting business
Natural gas in Pennsylvania may tip the balance in the upcoming elections. The energy-rich state representatives are not satisfied with Joe Biden’s decisions regarding liquefied natural gas (LNG). In January, the president froze its exports, aiming to gain support from green voting blocks.
Kamala Harris has yet to present her energy policy, which heavily involves natural gas as well. Drilling executives still wait for Democratic plans that may reach both green energy supporters, and fossil fuels’ representatives. This deadlock stands in opposition to Trump’s campaign. The former POTUS wants to support natural gas and oil extraction in the United States, including Pennsylvania. While fighting for every vote in this swing state, Harris has to keep the firm stance of Republicans about natural gas in Pennsylvania.
The strong position of American commodities
The United States has been pivotal in terms of natural gas and oil extraction for decades. However, after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. became an even more essential exporter due to limitations on importing goods from Putin’s regime. The increased demand resulted in the rapid growth of energy prices worldwide, including in the United States.
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The potential switch in Democrats’ point of view of natural gas extraction will bring attention to every company in the energy industry. Obviously, it will concern those operating in the fossil fuel industry, such as Exxon, but it may also be crucial for green energy branches. Lucid Group, First Solar, and Tesla also look closely at Pennsylvania and the natural gas situation in this swing state.
