📈Change in Ownership for Louisiana LNG
The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) of the Department of Energy (DOE) gives notice of receipt of a Statement of Change in Control filed by Louisiana LNG Infrastructure LLC (Louisiana LNG) on May 1, 2025 (Statement). The Statement describes an anticipated change in Louisiana LNG's upstream ownership. The Statement was filed under the Natural Gas Act, and in accordance with DOE's regulations and DOE's Procedures for Changes in Control Affecting Applications and Authorizations to Import or Export Natural Gas (CIC Procedures).
Learn More🌍2024 LNG Export Study Response
The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) of the Department of Energy (DOE) gives notice of availability of its response to comments on the 2024 LNG Export Study: Energy, Economic, and Environmental Assessment of U.S. LNG Exports (Study or 2024 LNG Export Study). DOE published a Notice of Availability of the 2024 LNG Export Study and Request for Comments on December 20, 2024, and accepted comments through March 20, 2025. DOE's response to comments and other Study materials are available electronically on DOE/FECM's website at: https://fossil.energy.gov/app/docketindex/docket/index/30.
Learn More⚡Final EIS Release for Proposed LNG Pipeline Projects by FERC
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a final supplemental environmental impact statement addressing regulatory and environmental concerns for the CP2 LNG and CP Express Pipeline Projects proposed by Venture Global companies. The document reviews compliance with cumulative air quality impact analyses and details the procedural steps for project authorization amid community petitions for rehearing.
Learn More🏭Scoping Notice for Golden Pass LNG Terminal and Public Comments
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has initiated a scoping process for the Golden Pass LNG Terminal project, inviting public comments on potential environmental impacts and alternatives. This notice emphasizes the importance of stakeholder engagement, particularly for landowners regarding easement negotiations and rights under the Natural Gas Act. The outcome will influence project approval and construction activities.
Learn More🛢️Notice of Extension Request for LNG Project Construction
The U.S. Department of Energy announces a request from Lake Charles LNG for an extension to its trunkline gas project due to delays caused by various factors, including the pandemic and global demand shifts. The request aims for a completion deadline of December 31, 2031, establishing a timeline for future construction and regulatory compliance.
Learn More🌐UGI LNG Files Petition for Declaratory Order on LNG Operations
UGI LNG, Inc. has submitted a petition requesting a declaratory order regarding the construction and operation of a new liquefied natural gas storage and trucking terminal in Pennsylvania. The petition seeks clarification on whether the facility would fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, highlighting important regulatory considerations for local gas distribution systems.
Learn More🌊EcoEléctrica LNG Pipeline Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released an environmental assessment for EcoEléctrica L.P.'s proposed LNG Supply Pipeline Capacity Project in Puerto Rico. The project aims to double the existing gas supply capacity to meet increasing demand while assessing potential environmental effects in compliance with federal regulations. Public comments are invited to provide feedback on the assessment prior to final decisions.
Learn More🌱Draft EIS for Rio Grande LNG
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Rio Grande LNG Terminal and Rio Bravo Pipeline Project, addressing environmental concerns and compliance requirements. This document evaluates the project's potential impacts, focusing on community effects and carbon capture proposals, and invites public comment and participation.
Learn More⚡DOE Rescinds Export Policy on Natural Gas Commencement Deadlines
The Department of Energy (DOE) is rescinding the Policy Statement on Export Commencement Deadlines in Authorizations to Export Natural Gas to Non-Free Trade Agreement Countries issued on April 26, 2023 (Policy Statement). Henceforth, DOE will consider applications to extend an authorization holder's export commencement deadline and grant such extensions for good cause shown on a case-by-case basis, an approach consistent with DOE's practice prior to the issuance of the Policy Statement.
Learn More🌊Southern LNG's Application for LNG Export Authorization Notice
The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) of the Department of Energy (DOE) gives notice (Notice) of receipt of an application (Application), filed on January 23, 2025, by Southern LNG Company, L.L.C. (Southern LNG). Southern LNG requests blanket authorization to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) previously imported into the United States by vessel from foreign sources in a volume equivalent to 182.5 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of natural gas on a cumulative basis over a two-year period. Southern LNG filed the Application under the Natural Gas Act (NGA).
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