I’ve written hundreds of articles and podcast episodes about the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry, and I’m still learning stuff I didn’t know. At an LNG conference recently, I heard speakers share perspectives on a range of topics that warranted a reminder of the nuances of this fascinating industry.

LNG is a wondrous fuel with loads of potential for humanity, but it does have its quirks. The next time you hear some magical story about how LNG will save the world, or some equally gloomy review of its potential to destroy the planet, dust off this podcast for a sense check.

Here’s eight things about LNG that you probably didn’t know.