Cove Point Seeks Quick Export Nod for Imported Gas
Published Date: 4/9/2026
Notice
Summary
Cove Point LNG wants permission to export up to 70 billion cubic feet of liquefied natural gas that it previously imported, over the next two years, to countries without free trade agreements. This move could boost U.S. energy trade and create new business opportunities. People and companies interested have until May 11, 2026, to share their thoughts or objections.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Blanket export: 70 Bcf over two years
Cove Point asked DOE for blanket permission to export up to 70 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) previously imported into the United States, on a cumulative basis, over a two-year period commencing on July 8, 2026 (or the date the authorization is issued). The company would export the LNG from the Cove Point terminal in Calvert County, Maryland, to countries that do not have a U.S. free trade agreement. Cove Point filed the request on March 16, 2026, and can act for itself and as agent for parties that hold title to the LNG at time of export.
Authorization excludes U.S.-produced LNG
The application explicitly requests authorization only for LNG that was previously imported into the United States and does not seek permission to export domestically produced natural gas or domestically produced LNG. That means this specific authorization, if granted, would not cover exports of U.S.-produced gas.
DOE will complete NEPA environmental review
DOE will consider environmental effects under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and will not issue a final decision on the application until it has met its NEPA responsibilities. That requirement gives environmental stakeholders an opportunity to have environmental impacts considered before any final authorization is issued.
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