gas export
Newsletter
Credit: Elly Kelders/Unsplash
Texans turn to Europe to thwart methane gas terminals
In an innovative cross-continental alliance, Texas residents are partnering with Europeans to block the construction of environmentally harmful liquefied natural gas export terminals on their native wetlands.
In short:
- Texas residents are collaborating with European activists to discourage the construction of LNG terminals in South Texas that threaten local ecosystems and community health.
- These terminals would significantly increase greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to the emissions from 46 million cars annually.
- Activists aim to influence European energy policy by highlighting the social and environmental costs of importing fracked gas from the U.S.
Key quote:
"We’re going to try everything we can, and yell at any company, bank or investor who is involved."
— Bekah Hinojosa, co-founder of South Texas Environmental Justice Network
Why this matters:
While LNG terminals can create jobs and stimulate economic activity in the short term, some argue that the long-term benefits may not outweigh the potential costs and risks, particularly if the terminals contribute to environmental degradation or compromise public safety.
Keep reading...Show less
Newsletter
Credit: Sasun Bughdaryan/Unsplash
Biden-appointed judges question FERC's LNG project approvals
In a recent court hearing, judges scrutinized the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's evaluation of climate and air quality impacts of liquefied natural gas export terminals.
In short:
- Judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals expressed concern about FERC's assessment of greenhouse gas emissions and air quality impacts from LNG projects.
- The discussion focused on the environmental challenges against FERC's approval of the Commonwealth LNG project in Louisiana.
- The court previously urged FERC to enhance its analysis of greenhouse gas emissions, questioning the agency's methodology and decision-making process.
Key quote:
“I think the bottom line is there is no line that you would think greenhouse gas emissions are significant.”
— Judge Florence Pan
Why this matters:
This case underscores the growing judicial scrutiny over energy projects' environmental impacts, particularly in the context of national efforts to address climate change. It highlights the importance of rigorous environmental assessments in major federal actions, emphasizing the balance between energy development and environmental stewardship.
LNG production comes with a price, Gulf Coast communities warn.
Keep reading...Show less
ORIGINAL REPORTING
MOST POPULAR
CLIMATE
