Navigating Environmental Justice in LNG Projects

This chapter examines the intersection of environmental justice and regulatory challenges faced by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects. It discusses recent legal setbacks, including court orders and the implications of changes in NEPA regulations, impacting ongoing projects like Texas LNG and Commonwealth LNG. The conversation emphasizes the complexities of litigation risk and environmental assessments that significantly influence the approval process for LNG terminals.