Federal Register #CP26532000

Environmental Impact Statement Notice for Rio Grande LNG Expansion Project

This notice concerns the federal regulatory process for the Rio Grande LNG Expansion Project in Cameron County, Texas. - Government buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), in cooperation with the Department of Energy (DOE) - OEM mentioned: - Rio Grande LNG Train 6, LLC (project proponent) - Project scope: - Expansion of the existing Rio Grande LNG facility - Construction and operation of a new liquefaction train (Train 6) - Addition of a new marine jetty (Berth 3) and related infrastructure - Purpose of notice: - Announcing intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) - Inviting public comments on environmental issues - Announcing a virtual public scoping session - Notable requirements: - EIS will evaluate environmental impacts, alternatives, and regulatory compliance - No procurement of products or services is involved; this is a regulatory/environmental review step

Description

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Rio Grande LNG Train 6, LLC project, which involves the expansion of the Rio Grande LNG facility in Cameron County, Texas. The project includes construction and operation of a new liquefaction train (Train 6), a new marine jetty (Berth 3), and associated infrastructure. The notice invites public comments on environmental issues, announces a virtual public scoping session, and provides the schedule for environmental review. The EIS will evaluate potential environmental effects and alternatives, and the project aims to produce about 6.03 million tonnes per annum of liquefied natural gas for export.

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