The Department of Energy (DOE) has declined a request by the American Petroleum Institute (API) and others to lift the suspension on new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export approvals. DOE stated the request did not meet the requirements for a rehearing and the decision did not qualify for review as it was not an order. The agency emphasized its decision was part of ongoing updates to prior environmental reviews and economic analyses. Despite concerns raised by the groups about violations of administrative and natural gas laws, DOE reiterated its review process would be completed by the end of the year and existing LNG exports have not been affected. Legal action may be pursued by those seeking to restore approvals for new or pending LNG export applications.
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