Pipeline Giant Gets Fast-Tracked Eco Check in New Mexico
Published Date: 3/26/2025
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Summary
Transwestern Pipeline wants to build a new compressor station in New Mexico to boost natural gas flow. The government is checking the project's environmental impact and will share their findings by August 1, 2025. If all goes well, final approvals should happen by October 30, 2025, affecting local communities and energy users with potential new energy capacity.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
New Natural Gas Capacity Added
If you live or do business near Chaves County, New Mexico, Transwestern plans a new compressor station that would provide about 80,000 million British thermal units per day of new firm natural gas transportation capacity. The project includes a new 13,220-horsepower gas turbine compressor, metering facilities, tie-in to an existing 24-inch pipeline, and a new access road.
Public Review Schedule and Comment Period
You can review and comment on the project's Environmental Assessment (EA) when the Commission issues it on August 1, 2025; the EA will be available for a 30-day public comment period. Other federal and state agencies have a 90-day deadline to reach final decisions on required federal authorizations by October 30, 2025.
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