FERC faces legal challenge over Louisiana LNG terminal approval

Environmental and local groups have petitioned the U.S. Court of Appeals to block the construction of a massive liquefied natural gas export facility in Louisiana, arguing that FERC failed to consider environmental justice and climate impacts.

Sara Sneath reports for DeSmog.


In short:

  • Opponents argue that FERC’s approval of the CP2 LNG facility ignored its potential to increase greenhouse gas emissions and harm local communities.
  • The petitioners include environmental groups and commercial fishers concerned about air pollution and disruption of fishing areas.
  • A recent court decision against FERC in Texas may influence the outcome of this case.

Key quote:

“FERC made a terrible and unjust decision when they approved CP2, but it’s not too late for the court — or even the Commission — to right this wrong.”

— Travis Dardar, founder of Fishermen Involved in Sustaining our Heritage.

Why this matters:

The LNG facility could significantly worsen air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Local fishers also fear the project will damage their livelihoods by further degrading fishing grounds already affected by existing LNG terminals.

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