U.S. Northeast Eyes Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion

On June 30, 2025, major U.S. energy firms—including Williams, EQT, and DT Midstream—revived plans to expand gas pipelines from the Marcellus and Utica shale plays into the Northeast. Backed by Trump-era regulatory rollbacks, the push aims to ease permitting hurdles and meet rising energy demand. While industry groups tout economic and energy security benefits, environmental advocates warn of increased emissions and risk to local ecosystems. The announcement signals a renewed federal-state clash over fossil infrastructure in a climate-sensitive region.