Energy Industry to Thrive in ‘26 on Technology and Innovation, Says Deloitte Expert

Energy Industry to Thrive in ‘26 on Technology and Innovation, Says Deloitte Expert

December 22, 2025 · 25 min · Episode 183

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Deloitte's Kate Hardin discusses the future of the U.S. energy industry and its reliance on technology and innovation for growth by 2026.

As the new year dawns, the U.S. energy industry is facing a complex future, filled with opportunities for extending LNG exports, advancing power solutions and building infrastructure. Deloitte’s Kate Hardin joined NGI’s Carolyn Davis, managing editor-news, to offer insight about the firm’s 2026 oil and gas forecast. It’s innovation that will guide the future, Hardin said. This is the beginning of an exciting year for the oil and gas industry, as it continues expanding efficiencies and improving technologies. Could natural gas prices strengthen? Will utilities advance more natural gas-fired capacity? What about regulations and government policies? Could they stymie investments? Hardin discusses that and more in an insightful discussion.

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