Hub Podcasts John Stackhouse and RJ Johnston on why gas security should be at the centre of the global agenda
May 30, 2025
Join John Stackhouse, Senior VP at RBC, and RJ Johnston, Senior Director at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy, as they discuss the critical role of gas security on the global stage. They highlight why this moment is key for the G7 to prioritize gas security and address the complexities of the global LNG market, particularly in relation to China's influence. The duo explores potential collaborations between Canada and Japan and advocates for a 'G7 gas club' to tackle energy challenges while ensuring a sustainable future.
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Form G7 Gas Club for Coordination
- Form a G7 gas club or alliance to coordinate standards, information sharing, and financing of LNG infrastructure jointly.
- Use collective influence at multilateral development banks to support intake infrastructure in developing Asia to reduce coal dependency.
Emerging Asia Key LNG Markets
- Emerging Asian markets are crucial for sustaining LNG demand growth as China and Europe mature.
- These markets face challenges including high infrastructure costs and fuel price volatility that G7 can help address.
Japan-Canada LNG Partnership
- Japan and Canada can strengthen LNG partnerships to ensure regional energy security and support coal displacement.
- Japan anticipates growing gas demand driven by AI and data economies needing stable energy supplies.