Fifth Circuit Judges Cast Doubt on Challenge to LA LNG Permit

A Fifth Circuit panel of judges on Monday expressed skepticism about the environmental groups' ability to challenge Louisiana's approval of a preconstruction permit for a major liquefied natural gas export terminal in Cameron Parish.

The court panel, hearing the case on August 31, questioned whether the environmental groups had standing to bring the lawsuit against the permit.

This development has significant implications for the project, which is expected to be one of the largest LNG terminals in the country. The terminal's operator, not named in the source, is likely to face further scrutiny from regulators and the public if the court upholds its decision.