The Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy has reissued a crucial coastal use permit for the Commonwealth LNG project. This decision comes after a state court previously vacated the permit, citing the need for a more thorough evaluation of the project’s environmental impacts.

Project Details

Location: Cameron Parish

Facility Type: Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export facility

Capacity: The facility will include six liquefaction trains, each with a capacity of 1.4 million tonnes per annum, and six LNG storage tanks.

Regulatory Background

The reissuance of the permit indicates that the state believes the benefits of the project outweigh its potential costs to the community.

The project has faced scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, particularly concerning climate effects and impacts on disadvantaged communities.

Future Steps

The Commonwealth LNG project is now positioned to move forward, pending any further regulatory approvals or challenges. The reissued permit is a significant step toward the project’s completion and operational readiness.