California Regulatory Agencies Express Conflicting Views on Cabrillo Port
Posted on Apr 3, 2007 in Environmental, Federal Regulation, Regas Terminals & Capacity, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on California Regulatory Agencies Express Conflicting Views on Cabrillo Port
Two California state agencies have arrived at different conclusions after assessing the environmental impact report for BHP Billiton’s proposed Cabrillo Port LNG terminal. According to today’s edition of The Los Angeles Times, the Staff of the California State Lands Commission recommends approval of the project because it would augment energy supply and reduce pollution. A California Coastal Commission’s Staff report, however, concludes that the project “would not be fully consistent with policies related to air quality…and that it would not be in the public welfare to approve such a project.” The Ventura County Star also provides local coverage. [Free registration necessary]