Permit revoked for Sempra Energy's LNG project in Texas, raising pollution concerns

The Port Arthur liquefied natural gas (LNG) project faces a setback as a federal court withdraws a crucial permit, highlighting concerns over pollution issues in minority communities.

Lylla Younes reports for Grist.

In short:

Federal court revokes essential permit for Sempra Energy's LNG facility in Port Arthur, Texas.
The decision addresses pollution concerns in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods.
The revoked permit stalls advancement of a significant LNG project.

Key quote: “Every step in this fight, we’ve won by standing up for Port Arthur communities of color to breathe free from toxic pollution.”

— John Beard, environmental advocate and former refinery worker.

Why this matters: The Gulf coast has seen an enormous LNG buildout in the past decade, raising concerns about emissions of both greenhouse gases and a variety of toxic chemicals that pollute nearby communities. The court's decision highlights a national conversation around continued use of fossil fuels and their impacts on community health.

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