Explore how natural gas can play a strategic role in Latin America’s energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
As countries in Latin America and the broader Americas pursue decarbonization goals, the role of natural gas remains both pivotal and contested. Is it a viable transition fuel or a long-term solution?
This report by the Institute of the Americas and commissioned by CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean—invites policymakers, regulators, and private sector leaders to rethink natural gas as a strategic enabler of a just and practical energy transition.
The publication explores the evolving role of natural gas in supporting clean energy goals, economic development, and regional integration. It offers insights into how natural gas can complement renewables, reduce energy poverty, and help build flexible, resilient energy systems across the Americas
What you will find in the report
- Regional analysis of natural gas use and demand projections
- Insight into the role of gas in energy transitions and decarbonization pathways
- Discussion of the methane emissions challenge and potential solutions
- Infrastructure and investment needs across Latin America
- Country-specific perspectives: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Trinidad & Tobago
- Strategic recommendations for policymakers and energy planners
Key Questions
- How can natural gas contribute to near- and mid-term decarbonization strategies in the region?
- What are the implications of natural gas development for climate commitments and net-zero goals?
- Is natural gas a bridge or a barrier in Latin America’s energy transition?
- How can natural gas infrastructure be aligned with long-term sustainable energy goals?
- What role can multilateral development banks and private capital play in gas sector evolution?
- How can countries integrate natural gas into regional energy planning and cross-border trade?