American energy dominance depends on permitting reform
Earlier this month, the 4th Circuit denied a motion from activist groups trying to stop construction of our Southeast Supply Enhancement project — a 55-mile, $1.2 billion pipeline expansion that will create jobs and deliver U.S.-produced natural gas to nearly 10 million homes across four Eastern states.
TL;DR
- Activist groups are filing lawsuits to halt energy infrastructure projects, causing delays and increasing costs.
- Projects like the Southeast Supply Enhancement pipeline are crucial for delivering U.S.-produced natural gas to millions of homes and businesses.
- Litigation and a complex permitting process hinder the modernization of energy infrastructure and the lowering of energy costs.
- Permitting reform is essential for realizing economic opportunities, such as investing in data centers for AI development.
- The U.S. House of Representatives has passed bipartisan bills for permitting reform, which now await Senate action.
- Delays in energy projects stress utilities, increase consumer utility bills, and can be exacerbated by global energy market volatility.
- Unlocking domestic energy production and building necessary pipelines are key to American energy dominance, affordability, and national security.