The Permitting Process & Public Participation - FERC
The Role of FERC
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As the lead agency for the review
of applications for a new LNG terminal, FERC
is responsible for the preparation of an Environmental
Impact Statement, required under the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). FERC’s
review includes:
A thorough evaluation and
assessment of any potential impacts
to the environment that will result
from the project.
An in-depth analysis of potential
impacts to public safety, to insure
that the proposed project meets the
rigorous siting requirements of the
US DOT regulations set forth in 49
CFR 193 and the National Fire Protection
Association Standards (NFPA) 59A.
A stringent technical engineering
analysis to assure the safety and reliability
of the facility. During this process,
called the Cryogenic Design Review,
FERC engineers analyze all aspects
of the proposed facility design, to
insure that the facility meets the
highest standards for safety and reliability,
and conforms to all codes and regulations.
This review process may result in recommendations
for changes in the final facility design.
Adoption of such recommendations may
be a condition to the final FERC order.
About the Process
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There are many opportunities
for public input throughout the FERC Environmental
review process. The process which will be followed
by the Jordan Cove Energy Project will include
public open houses, scoping meetings and public
comment periods in which all public input will
be accepted and addressed by FERC.
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To learn more about LNG and FERC’s role in
reviewing these critical facilities and about
the LNG industry in general, please visit the
official FERC
website
