The shale gas revolution has come as a surprise to many, and could be a game changer.

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New gas technology has changed the complexion of natural gas in North America. Natural reserves in the United States have doubled since 2000, and as a results natural gas prices reached a low in April 2012 below $2 per mcf.

This infographic explores natural gas, its properties, natural gas market dynamics, supply forecast, demand, the shale revolution, and the switch from coal to natural gas. We also raise questions about methane leakage and hydraulic fracturing.

The shale revolution has come as a surprise to many, but natural gas is now so plentiful and cheap that it could be an energy game changer. Follow us on Twitter, and like us on Facebook to get the richest, most visual mining information delivered straight to your newsfeed.

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