Main Pass LNG Terminal Developers Optimistic About Possible Project Approval
Posted on Oct 9, 2006 in Environmental, Regas Terminals & Capacity, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on Main Pass LNG Terminal Developers Optimistic About Possible Project Approval
The developers of the proposed Main Pass LNG terminal are encouraged by the lack of local opposition expressed during public meetings held last week to discuss the modified version of the facility proposed for offshore Louisiana. “We’re very confident that we’ll get the permit, especially since there’s no opposition,” said McMoRan spokesperson Bill...
Rabaska LNG Environmental Study Slated for Release
Posted on Oct 9, 2006 in Canada & Mexico, Environmental, Regas Terminals & Capacity | Comments Off on Rabaska LNG Environmental Study Slated for Release
An environmental impact assessment study on the proposed Rabaska LNG terminal in Quebec is expected to be released tomorrow, according to The Montreal Gazette. “We hope people will put their trust in the abilities of (the environmental assessment process) and judge the project on its merits,” said Glenn Kelly, president and chief operating officer of the Rabaska...
Cabrillo Port Opponents Note Contradiction at Signing of Greenhouse Emissions Bill
Posted on Oct 5, 2006 in Environmental, Policy, Legislation and Politics, Regas Terminals & Capacity, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on Cabrillo Port Opponents Note Contradiction at Signing of Greenhouse Emissions Bill
Several California residents believe that Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s signing of a bill to reduce greenhouse emissions in California is contrary to his apparent support for the importation of LNG into the state. In response to environmental concerns raised by opponents of BHP Billiton’s Cabrillo Port LNG proposal, Deputy Press Secretary Darrel Ng said that the company will...
California Gubernatorial Candidate Criticizes Cabrillo Port
Posted on Oct 2, 2006 in Environmental, Policy, Legislation and Politics, Regas Terminals & Capacity, Safety & Security, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on California Gubernatorial Candidate Criticizes Cabrillo Port
Citing environmental and public safety concerns, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Phil Angelides has expressed opposition to BHP Billiton’s Cabrillo Port LNG terminal planned for offshore California, according to The Los Angeles Times. Angelides stated that, if elected, he would veto the project. However, BHP Billiton spokesperson Pat Cassidy countered Angelides’ claims,...
EPA Reopens Public Comment Period for Cabrillo Port
Posted on Sep 28, 2006 in Environmental, Federal Regulation, Regas Terminals & Capacity, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on EPA Reopens Public Comment Period for Cabrillo Port
According to The Ventura County Star, the Environmental Protection Agency has reopened the public comment period for a water-discharge permit associated with BHP Billiton’s Cabrillo Port LNG terminal proposed for offshore California. Comments are due by Oct. 23. [Free registration...
Connecticut AG Says State May Have Influence in Broadwater Debate
Posted on Sep 26, 2006 in Environmental, Policy, Legislation and Politics, Regas Terminals & Capacity, Safety & Security, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on Connecticut AG Says State May Have Influence in Broadwater Debate
Following the release of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Waterway Suitability Report for the proposed Broadwater LNG terminal, several Connecticut politicians convened yesterday at Hammonasset Beach State Park to voice opposition to the project. Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said that Connecticut may have leverage in the terminal’s approval process because, according to the...