The Center for Liquefied Natural Gas (CLNG) is a trade association of LNG producers, shippers, terminal operators and developers, and energy trade associations.  CLNG is a clearinghouse of educational and technical information.  It also facilitates rational issue discussion and the development of public policies that support LNG’s contribution toward economic growth in the United States.

Bill Cooper
President, Center for Liquefied Natural Gas

Bill Cooper is the president of the Center for Liquefied Natural Gas (CLNG).

Bill has nearly three decades of experience in various aspects of the energy industry, having served in both the public and private sectors. Prior to serving in his full-time capacity as president of CLNG, Bill was a partner at the law office of Hunton & Williams LLP.

Prior to joining Hunton & Williams, he served as counsel to the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee. Bill was a drafter and lead negotiator for the Pipeline Safety Improvement Act of 2002 and was also a lead negotiator for the House on several provisions of the national energy policy bills in the 107th and 108th Congresses. Earlier in his career, he was general counsel for a natural gas utility company.

In addition, Bill is a frequent speaker on energy and natural gas issues.

CLNG Staff Contacts

Mary Ellen Grant
Director of Public Relations
mgrant@lngfacts.org
202-962-4751

Katie Lipton
Media & Communications
Katie.lipton@lngfacts.org
202-289-2253