LAI is nationally recognized for providing innovative solutions to natural gas supply and infrastructure problems through the rigorous application of gas pipeline hydraulic and financial modeling capabilities. Our engineers, economists, and operations research specialists possess in-depth knowledge of North American gas markets. For various ISOs, we have conducted extensive assignments concerning the relationship between natural gas and electric transmission networks and how their interactions affect bulk power system reliability. We bring a tested, real-world perspective on the challenges associated with the dependence on natural gas by power plants and core utility customers.

Through our engagements with ISOs / RTOs, institutional and industrial clients, developers, and utilities over the past two decades, we have developed interstate pipeline simulation and linear programming models that accurately reflect supplies, loads, storage opportunities, and market dynamics. Our models incorporate changes in LNG deliveries, shale gas development, new infrastructure investments, and shifts in fuel switching. LAI's understanding of pipeline operations and our expertise in pipeline system modeling strengthens our ability to provide advice based on the physical capability of pipelines and the pressure / flow requirements of generators.

LAI can provide pipeline infrastructure services to help clients:

	Evaluate infrastructure adequacy to meet regional natural gas requirements
	Assess the resiliency of pipelines to withstand gas or electric contingencies
	Recommend primary or secondary transportation service terms and pricing
	Calculate tradeoff between non-firm service and net plant profitability
	Evaluate pipeline and incumbent utility service options
	Assess market impacts of new natural gas supply, pipeline, and storage projects