LNG
FERC is the lead agency that approves the construction and operation of LNG terminals. FERC works closely with the US Coast Guard, States, and local communities to evaluate the environmental, safety and security aspects of proposed and operating LNG terminals and tankers. Read More

Blanket Certificates
Under a blanket certificate issued pursuant to section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act, a natural gas company may undertake a restricted array of routine activities without the need to obtain a case-specific certificate for each individual project. Read More

Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects (ANGTP)
The requirements for governing the conduct of open seasons for capacity on proposals for Alaska natural gas pipeline projects; Order No. 2005. Read More

Natural Gas Storage
Natural gas-a colorless, odorless, gaseous hydrocarbon-may be stored in a number of different ways. It is most commonly held in inventory underground under pressure in three types of facilities. These are: (1) depleted reservoirs in oil and/or gas fields, (2) aquifers, and (3) salt cavern formations. Two of the most important characteristics of an underground storage reservoir are its capacity to hold natural gas for future use and the rate at which gas inventory can be withdrawn-its deliverability rate. Read More

Pre-Filing
The concept of pre-filing is to proactively pursue issues. To go out and go to the states, go to the people who would most be affected by lateral infrastructure. To minimize the issues before an application is ever brought to the Commission. Read More

Gas Pipelines
Under section 7 of the Natural Gas Act, the Commission reviews applications for the construction and operation of natural gas pipelines. In its application review, the Commission ensures that the applicant has certified that it will comply with Department of Transportation safety standards. Read More