Plan to build largest US LNG terminal approved by federal commission

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved the construction of the largest liquefied natural gas terminal in the U.S., sparking local opposition and potential lawsuits.

Pam Radtke reports for Floodlight.

In short:

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission voted 2-1 to approve the $10 billion Calcasieu Pass 2 project in Louisiana.
Environmental and community advocates plan to sue, citing concerns over greenhouse gas emissions and local impacts.
The approval bypassed a Biden administration pause intended to study LNG terminal impacts further.

Key quote:

“We are ready and willing to take it to court.”

— Roishetta Ozane, leader of The Vessel Project of Louisiana

Why this matters:

This decision may significantly increase greenhouse gas emissions, undermining climate goals. The local community faces potential economic and environmental challenges from the terminal's construction.

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