Yep, it’s that time again when energy forecasters set the stage for a new year. Take your pick of Wall Street analysts, private equity, podcasters, armchair investors, or that neighbor glued to Squawk Box every morning. Oil and gas prognosticators come in all shapes, sizes, and stripes as do their predictions. Oil oversupply could trigger price increases next year. U.S. LNG feedgas is expected to remain about 2 BCFD above demand through 2030 with supply shortages possible post-2033. The lists go on.

Reese Energy Consulting today will forego the forecasts and dive right into what’s already come to pass according to Wood Mackenzie, a global leader in analytics, insights, and proprietary data across the energy spectrum. In its latest Horizons report, WoodMac says the U.S. has emerged as the world’s hydrocarbon superpower exemplified by the stunning growth of America’s LNG industry in less than 10 years.

We also hit the highest marks for:

+ Largest crude oil, condensate, and NGL producer

+ Largest natural gas producer

+ Largest LNG exporter