Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C. has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for permission to abandon parts of its pipelines, known as the 507G Line Abandonment Project. The project involves leaving 59.6 miles of pipeline in place and removing 15.8 miles, while also relocating a facility used for cleaning and inspecting pipelines. FERC plans to prepare an environmental assessment, inviting public comments, and completing the review by April 25, 2025, with a final decision deadline by July 24, 2025. Public participation is encouraged, with resources available to help individuals engage in the process.
Simple Explanation
Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company wants to stop using part of their gas pipes and either leave them in the ground or take them out. The people in charge of deciding, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), are checking to see if it's okay for nature and will let people share their thoughts before making a final decision next year.