Range Resources is one of the leading producers of natural gas and oil in the Appalachian Basin. In 2004, Range Resources was responsible for pioneering the Marcellus Shale with its successful Renz #1 well in Washington County, PA. Today, Range Resources produces from more than a million net acres across Pennsylvania, with stacked pay potential for the Marcellus, Utica and Upper Devonian shale formations. It is anticipated Range will produce up to 2.1 bcfe/d in 2024. 

For 20 years, the Appalachian region has played a pivotal role in supplying the U.S., and the world, with natural gas. New pipeline access has freed some constraints, but more are needed. Meanwhile, natural gas prices remain stubbornly low, but relief may soon come in the form of rapid increases in LNG demand. This analysis of Appalachian natural gas production will cover:

• Production outlook for Appalachian natural gas producers
• Perspective on midstream trends, and when to expect new capacity
• The impact, and the timing, of long-awaited LNG demand
• Henry Hub pricing expectations in short and long term
   

In June, the 300-mile Mountain Valley Pipeline began operations, with the capability to move 2 bcf/d. MVP’s opening eases some concerns of Appalachian natural gas takeaway capacity, but not all. More is needed, especially with LNG demand set to rise sharply in the coming years. In this session, a panel of midstream experts will discuss:

• The impact of the opening of the Mountain Valley Pipeline
• What’s next: When producers can expect more pipeline capacity to come online
• Overcoming challenges: How federal and local policies may impact new pipeline projects
• The impact of M&A on the midstream sector
   

With more than 1 bcfe/d of net production, private E&P Encino Energy is a leading producer in the Ohio Utica oil window. Encino is also the second largest producer of natural gas in the state. The company’s wells consistently rank in the top of the state’s most productive. In this operator spotlight, you’ll hear from Encino’s Chief Technical Officer as he discusses:

• The company’s production outlook into 2025
• Details behind Encino’s recent $300 development investment
• Encino’s extended lateral designs that lead to increased efficiencies
• The geology of the Utica oil and dry gas window, and the the play’s long-term potential
   

Extended reach horizontal wells have unlocked vast resources of hydrocarbons in the Appalachia Shale region. Meanwhile, improved well designs and operational efficiencies have driven down costs and increased margins. In this session, you’ll hear from the producers whose efficiency gains and innovative well design approaches are improving production, and returns. Here, you’ll learn more about:

• Insight into well designs and completion strategies for Appalachia shale wells
• Longer is better: Results of ever-extending lateral wells, and how much farther they can go
• How implementation of new and emerging technologies like AI and machine learning are improving well performance
• Emissions reduction strategies along the upstream value chain

Despite a federal pause on LNG exports, LNG demand is projected by some to increase to 15 bcf/d in 2025, and to as much as 32 bcf/d in 2030. And thanks to the opening of the Mountain Valley Pipeline and Transco line enhancements means Appalachia natural gas has a path to growth once again. In this session, you’ll learn more about:

• The latest updates on new Gulf Coast terminals
• On the horizon: What projects are in the works, and when will they come online
• The impact of increased LNG demand on natural gas prices
• Insight on European natural gas demand and its impact on U.S. LNG supply

As the largest producer of natural gas in the U.S., EQT maintains its role as a leading ambassador for U.S. energy production. Its recent acquisition of Equitrans Midstream makes EQT the only vertically integrated natural gas company in the U.S. In this session, you’ll hear from CEO Toby Rice, one of the industry’s leading voices on American energy independence, share his unique perspective.

Operator discipline around capex and moderating production growth has generated record cash flow, bringing investors back to the industry. While some lenders are still in a wait-and-see mode, private equity and family offices in particular are finding what many have long known—oil and gas is still a smart investment. In this panel session, you’ll learn more about:

• Who is lending in the oil and gas industry, and how to access capital
• What lenders look for in determining a smart investment
• The role of environmental stewardship in accessing capital
• Insight from private equity and family offices on what successful companies do

A federal pause on new LNG projects, as well as shifting measures around emissions management impact day-to-day activities of producers, not to mention their bottom line. Meanwhile, federal, state and local mandates are often in conflict with one another. Panelists in this session will examine the regulatory landscape, sharing insight into:

• The latest on new pipeline construction, and what regulatory hurdles still need to be cleared
• The impact of new emissions regulations on Appalachian shale producers
• What to expect from the U.S. Department of Energy and the presidential administration in 2025
• The work being done regionally to ensure enough supply reaches end users

Data centers for AI processing demand huge amounts of power. Fitch Ratings projects that U.S. electricity demand, which has stayed relatively flat over the past two decades, is expected to grow between 2% and 2.5% annually until 2030, with data centers accounting for one-third of that demand. The Northern Virginia region has been identified as the top U.S market for data centers. This panel discussion will cover:

• Who are the players you need to know in this emerging market
• What impact will the growth of data centers have on the Appalachian region
• How can the Appalachian region meet the growing power demand for AI
• What type of infrastructure is needed to build out a fully-realized network

Consolidation, integration and asset divestitures aren’t just reserved for the Permian Basin. In Appalachia, M&A opportunities abound, primarily driven by opportunities to buy into midstream assets. This session will cover:

• Where opportunities exist to add assets to existing portfolios
• How vertical integration into midstream assets improve operations, and returns
• What assets might become available, and who the sellers might be
• What to look for in 2025 in Appalachia A&D