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September 25, 2026

The Henry Hub natural gas spot price averaged $2.93 per million British thermal units from June through August, 6% less than the same period last year. Prices were lower this summer despite exceptionally hot weather that increased electricity demand for air conditioning. Natural gas-fired power plants often help meet higher demand during such periods.

The average temperature in the Lower 48 states was 77°F in July, the warmest ever for the month, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Increased renewable electricity generation, record natural gas production, and ample natural gas inventories helped limit upward pressure on prices. Further, maintenance at liquefied natural gas terminals moderated demand growth from that sector.

We estimate that additions in renewable capacity and generation reduced the amount of natural gas

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Current U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) agency employees who are on permanent appointments.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Specialist for Reasonable Accommodations (RA), you will perform the following duties:

Leads the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) RA Program developing and implementing new Executive Order (EO) policies that result in major changes in the employment practices for the agency on a broad scale, such as introducing new policies that affect individuals with disabilities. Responsible for assessing quality and conducting technical reviews of work products for all phases of the reasonable accommodation process. Review reasonable accommodation requests and agreements for legal compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and NSF Policy. Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. citizen. Selectee will be required to

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Current U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) agency employees who are on/eligible for permanent competitive service appointments.

As a Grants Management Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

Negotiate, Award, and Administer Complex Agreements- Lead the negotiation, drafting, awarding, administration, amendment, and closeout of complex cooperative agreements, grants, and other funding arrangements for major research facilities and mid-scale research infrastructure projects Advise on Business and Policy Matters- Serve as a key advisor to program officials and project teams, providing authoritative guidance on business, financial, and policy issues throughout the award lifecycle. Monitor Compliance and Performance- Oversee and assess awardee compliance with terms, conditions, and federal regulations; conduct program evaluations, risk assessments, and resolve audit findings to ensure proper use of federal funds. Develop and Implement Grants Management Policies- Design,

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