News Release: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Bulletin February 2026

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• U.S. LNG is critical to Europe's energy independence and global emissions reductions.
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U.S. LNG is a Lifeline for Europe's Energy Security

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) plays a pivotal role in securing Europe's energy future, Dan Byers, Vice President for Policy at the U.S. Chamber's Global Energy Institute, told the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on Wednesday.

• "U.S. LNG's role as a guarantor of global energy security is accomplished by remarkable economic benefits here in America," said Byers.
• Watch the hearing here.

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• U.S. LNG provides a cleaner, more reliable energy source for European allies, reducing dependence on Russian energy while supporting economic growth and emissions reductions.
• Increased U.S. LNG exports after the invasion of Ukraine "neutralized Russia's attempt to weaponize natural gas for geopolitical gain and confirmed U.S. LNG's immeasurable importance to America's natural security and the energy security of our allies and trading partners," said Byers.
• Last week, Europe passed a new law banning all imports of Russian gas by the end of 2027. This coincides with a wave of new U.S. LNG projects that will help Europe achieve long-term energy security and end billions in payments that fund the Kremlin's war machine.

Zoom out: The hearing also explored problems with the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, a major regulatory obstacle to transatlantic trade and investment across all sectors that the U.S. Chamber is working to fix.

What's next: Byers emphasized the need for targeted policy measures, including regulatory reforms and transatlantic cooperation, to unlock the full potential of U.S. LNG.

• "With strong leadership and cooperation between U.S. and EU government and industry, targeted policy measures can unlock Europe's pathway to long-term energy security while supporting U.S. jobs and economic growth and reducing emissions," he said.