COMPAMIR
High-Purity Fact Pipeline
High-Purity Fact Pipeline
Zero Carbon Analytics, Japanese Government
Japan, Asia
2020-2025
Verified: June 19, 2026
"Japan exported 77% more US LNG to other countries than it imported for domestic use between 2020 and 2025. The resale of LNG contributed to 63.5 billion kg of CO2 emissions, equivalent to 17 coal plants annually. Experts warn that this strategy locks emerging economies into fossil fuel dependence and undermines climate goals."
Author: Daniel Yergin
Daniel Yergin provides a comprehensive analysis of the global energy landscape, explaining how the shale revolution in the US and the subsequent rise of LNG trade have reshaped geopolitical alliances and energy security strategies, which is essential for understanding Japan's role in the global LNG market.
As an Amazon Associate, COMPAMIR earns from qualifying purchases.