FERC Proposes Streamlined Environmental Review for Natural Gas Projects

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has proposed a new policy to accelerate environmental reviews for natural gas projects under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This overhaul aims to reduce delays and duplicative analysis by no longer requiring air dispersion modeling from applicants, instead relying on other submitted data. The proposal seeks to provide greater regulatory certainty and streamline project approvals, aligning with Clean Air Act regulations and Supreme Court guidance.