The latest Horizons report from Wood Mackenzie emphasizes the significant role of natural gas, particularly LNG, in the energy transition towards a lower-carbon future. Despite the increasing shift to renewable energy sources, natural gas remains crucial in meeting global energy needs and reducing emissions in the medium term. With gas demand surging and its comparative environmental advantages, it serves as a transitional energy source supporting the integration of renewables. The report highlights how gas-fired plants are essential for ensuring a reliable power supply that can flexibly support intermittent renewables. Challenges such as high LNG prices in Asia pose a risk to the full potential of wider gas adoption and highlight the need for carbon pricing to drive market shifts. Despite emissions concerns, the report debunks claims that LNG is more GHG-intensive than coal, showcasing LNG as a cleaner fossil fuel option with around 60% lower GHG intensity. The analysis underscores the importance of natural gas, including LNG, in reducing CO2 emissions and decarbonizing markets reliant on coal, particularly in Asia. While challenges persist, such as emissions and market dynamics, the report positions natural gas as a vital bridge to a sustainable energy future, facilitating the transition until emerging low-carbon technologies like hydrogen reach critical mass.