Louisiana Gas Lines Get Cleaner Compressor Boost
Published Date: 2/7/2025
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Summary
Texas Gas Transmission and Gulf South Pipeline are upgrading their gas compressor stations in Louisiana to boost natural gas delivery by 120,000 dekatherms per day. This means better, more reliable service for electric utilities and gas marketers around Lake Charles, with new equipment replacing old compressors. The project is moving forward after an environmental check showed no big harm, aiming to keep energy flowing smoothly without major delays or extra costs.
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120,000 Dth/d Gas Capacity Boost
If you live or buy energy services around Lake Charles, Louisiana, this project adds 120,000 dekatherms per day of natural gas delivery capacity. Texas Gas will replace older compressors with one 8,968 hp and one 6,391 hp turbine-driven units and add overpressure protection; the new capacity is leased to Gulf South to serve an electric utility and two natural gas marketers. FERC's environmental assessment concluded approval would not significantly affect the human environment.
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