North America natural gas production was 35,077.52bcf in 2022, an increase of 17.91% compared with 2021. The largest gas-producing countries are the US, Canada, and Mexico. Through 2030, North America natural gas production is forecasted to increase by a CAGR of 0.61% to reach 37,053.80bcf. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to provide a complete picture of the global oil & gas fields segment. Buy the latest oil & gas fields profiles here.
In 2022, the US had the highest natural gas production at 29,426bcf, followed by Canada at 5,907bcf and Mexico at 707bcf. Here are the 10 largest natural gas-producing fields by production in North America in 2022, according to GlobalData’s Upstream Fields database.
1. Ixachi
Ixachi is located in Veracruz, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 618.09mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 12.44% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2022. The peak production was approximately 618.09mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2056. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.64% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 2,457bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
2. Quesqui
Quesqui is located in Tabasco, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 485mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 8.25% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2024. The peak production will be approximately 511.35mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2114. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.51% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 2,912bcf of natural gas reserve. Buy the profile here.
3. Coulomb Phase 2
Coulomb Phase 2 is located in Central Planning Area, the US. This natural gas field is owned by Shell (100%), and operated by Shell Offshore. The field produced 72.72mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 32.54% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2020. The peak production was approximately 87.04mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2050. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.08% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 228bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
4. Tizon
Tizon is located in Tabasco, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 71.71mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 86.47% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2016. The peak production was approximately 158.67mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2055. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.07% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 102bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
5. Leo
Leo is located in Central Planning Area, the US. This natural gas field is owned by China National Offshore Oil (50%); Deepwater Development (24.88%); LLOG Exploration Company (25.12%); and operated by LLOG Exploration Offshore. The field produced 66.07mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 30.28% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2023. The peak production will be approximately 79.29mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2064. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.07% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 396bcf of natural gas reserves.
6. Nejo (IEPC)
Nejo (IEPC) is located in Tamaulipas, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 59.11mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 74.48% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2015. The peak production was approximately 214.6mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2036. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.06% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 232bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
7. May
May is located in the Gulf of Mexico, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 52.44mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 95.29% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2012. The peak production was approximately 361.43mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2028. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.05% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 52bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
8. Gasifero
Gasifero is located in Veracruz, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 49.8mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 76.78% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2019. The peak production was approximately 72.78mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2034. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.05% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 62bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
9. Koban
Koban is located in the Gulf of Mexico, Mexico. This natural gas field is owned by Petroleos Mexicanos (100%) and operated by Petroleos Mexicanos. The field produced 49.15mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 10% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2023. The peak production will be approximately 95.61mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2046. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.05% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 234bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
10. Powerball
Powerball is located in Central Planning Area, the US. This natural gas field is owned by Murphy Oil (75%); Walter Oil & Gas (25%); and operated by Murphy Exploration & Production Co. The field produced 43.06mmcfd in 2022 and recovered 30.77% of its total recoverable natural gas reserves, with peak production in 2023. The peak production will be approximately 49.34mmcfd of natural gas. Based on GlobalData estimates, production will continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2070. The field currently accounts for approximately 0.04% of North America’s natural gas output and it is expected to recover 252bcf of natural gas reserves. Buy the profile here.
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