FERC Approves AES Sparrows Point LNG Project and Associated Pipeline
Posted on Jan 15, 2009 in Federal Regulation, Regas Terminals & Capacity | Comments Off on FERC Approves AES Sparrows Point LNG Project and Associated Pipeline
Today FERC issued a conditional approval to the AES Sparrows Point LNG terminal and associated Mid-Atlantic Express natural gas pipeline. In a press release, Commission Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher said that FERC’s “primary concern is assuring public safety,” and noted further that 169 conditions attached to the authorization will “protect public safety and mitigate any adverse environmental impact.” FERC’s order also responds to concerns of the U.S. Department of the Interior, clarifying that that construction of the project cannot commence until the project sponsors comply with the environmental conditions specified in the order. FERC’s authorization should be available soon in its eLibrary under Docket No. 07-62.