How is liquefied natural gas changed back into gas at its destination?

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At its destination, liquefied natural gas (LNG) is converted back into its gaseous state through a process called regasification. This takes place at specialized import terminals, where the liquid is warmed to revert it into vapor.123

To achieve this, these facilities typically use a source of heat to raise the temperature of the LNG. Common methods include exchanging heat with large volumes of nearby seawater or utilizing steam, hot water, or air-warmed pipes. Once the LNG has been successfully regasified, it is injected into natural gas pipelines for distribution to power plants, industrial facilities, and residential consumers.123