03/28/2024

SoCalGas warns of natural gas shortage to meet surging demand, as Aliso Canyon wells remain closed

Operators of the natural gas wells in Aliso Canyon are warning California regulators they have concerns about meeting energy and electricity demands this summer and for the upcoming winter.

In a letter sent to three agencies that oversee planning and managing the state’s energy supplies, the Southern California Gas Co. said natural gas storage facilities in Santa Barbara, Valencia, and Playa del Rey contain 40 percent less inventory than usual. In addition, SoCalGas’ inability to inject natural gas into functioning wells in Aliso Canyon places upcoming service during peak demand, at risk, according to the letter, sent Friday.

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