Overview
Venture Global Calcasieu Pass LNG Project is an operational gas pipeline facility in Cameron, Louisiana, serving as a key liquefied natural gas export terminal on the Gulf Coast.
Venture Global Calcasieu Pass LNG Project is a major gas pipeline and liquefaction facility located at 671 Davis Rd in Cameron, Louisiana. Operated by Venture Global LNG, this facility is situated in Cameron Parish along the Gulf Coast, a strategic hub for natural gas processing and export. The project represents a significant scale in the US LNG sector, with a capacity to produce and export millions of tonnes of LNG annually. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), complying with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. It includes pipeline infrastructure for natural gas feed supply and LNG loading facilities. The project utilizes modern liquefaction technology and is designed to meet stringent safety and environmental standards. Environmentally, the facility is located in a coastal marsh ecosystem near the Gulf of Mexico, requiring careful management of potential impacts on local waterways and wildlife. As a key component of US LNG export capacity, it plays a significant role in global energy markets, supplying natural gas to international buyers and supporting energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the coastal wetlands of Cameron Parish, Louisiana, an ecologically sensitive area with diverse wildlife and aquatic habitats. Proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and the Calcasieu Ship Channel requires robust spill prevention and cathodic protection measures to safeguard waterways. The region's hurricane risk necessitates resilient infrastructure design to prevent leaks or ruptures during extreme weather events.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 671 Davis Rd, Cameron, Louisiana 70631, in Cameron Parish along the Gulf Coast.
It is a gas pipeline and liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal that processes and exports natural gas to international markets.
The facility operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines, with additional oversight from FERC for LNG export operations.
Environmental considerations include protection of coastal wetlands, water quality management, and mitigation of impacts on local wildlife, as well as compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
It is a key LNG export facility that supports US natural gas exports, enhances energy security, and provides economic benefits to the region through jobs and infrastructure development.
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