FERC Says Natural Gas Air Reviews Can Skip Detailed Modeling
Published Date: 10/20/2026
Notice
Summary
FERC is updating how it reviews air pollution from natural gas projects like compressor stations and LNG facilities. Instead of asking companies to do detailed air pollution modeling, FERC will rely on existing air quality rules and compliance info to speed up reviews. This change affects natural gas project applicants and aims to save time and money, with public comments open until November 16, 2026.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
No Routine Air Modeling Requirement
FERC would no longer ordinarily require applicants to prepare or submit air dispersion modeling for compressor stations or liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. Instead, FERC will rely on information about governing state and federal air quality regulations and applicants' compliance to analyze air quality effects, and the Commission is seeking comments on this draft policy by November 16, 2026.
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