All operational US LNG terminals have violated pollution limits
8 days ago
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- All seven fully operational LNG terminals in the US have violated federal pollution limits in recent years.
- The Trump administration is fast-tracking new LNG terminal approvals, while Biden had previously paused exports.
- LNG terminals frequently breach the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, emitting illegal pollutants.
- The Sabine Pass and Calcasieu Pass terminals in Louisiana are among the worst offenders.
- Freeport LNG in Texas faced major fines after an explosion in 2022.
- Five of seven terminals violated the Clean Water Act, discharging pollutants like bacteria and oil.
- Despite violations, three terminals are seeking expansions, and four new terminals are under construction.
- Proposed LNG projects could increase US exports by 60%, raising domestic gas prices by 30%.
- LNG exports emit more greenhouse gases than coal, contradicting industry claims of being cleaner.
- Environmental advocates urge halting new LNG permits due to health and climate risks.