Corpus Christi Liquefaction, LLC, CCL Midscale 8-9, LLC; Notice of Schedule for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project, 77304-77305 [2023-24838]

Download as PDF ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 77304 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 216 / Thursday, November 9, 2023 / Notices Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426, in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214). Anyone filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that document on the Applicant. Notice is hereby given that the deadline for filing protests with regard to the applicant’s request for blanket authorization, under 18 CFR part 34, of future issuances of securities and assumptions of liability, is November 22, 2023. The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at https:// www.ferc.gov. 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Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. At this time, the Commission has suspended access to the Commission’s Public Reference Room, due to the proclamation declaring a National Emergency concerning the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID–19), issued by the President on March 13, 2020. For assistance, contact the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or call toll-free, (886) 208–3676 or TYY, (202) 502–8659. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:22 Nov 08, 2023 Jkt 262001 processes. For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502–6595 or OPP@ ferc.gov. Dated: November 2, 2023. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Deputy Secretary. [FR Doc. 2023–24737 Filed 11–8–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. CP23–129–000] Corpus Christi Liquefaction, LLC, CCL Midscale 8–9, LLC; Notice of Schedule for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project On March 30, 2023, Corpus Christi Liquefaction, LLC and CCL Midscale 8– 9, LLC (collectively referred to as CCL) filed an application in Docket No. CP23–129–000 requesting Authorization pursuant to Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act to construct and operate certain natural gas pipeline facilities. The proposed project is known as the Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project (Project) and would expand CCL’s existing terminal production capabilities. The proposed Trains 8 & 9 together would be capable of liquefying up to approximately 170 Billion cubic feet per year (Bcf/y) of natural gas for export. On April 13, 2023, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) issued its Notice of Application for the Project. Among other things, that notice alerted agencies issuing Federal authorizations of the requirement to complete all necessary reviews and to reach a final decision on a request for a Federal authorization within 90 days of the date of issuance of the Commission staff’s environmental document for the Project. This notice identifies Commission staff’s intention to prepare an environmental assessment (EA) for the Project and the planned schedule for the completion of the environmental review.1 Schedule for Environmental Review Issuance of EA 1 40 PO 00000 March 15, 2024 CFR 1501.10 (2020). Frm 00048 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 90-day Federal Authorization Decision Deadline 2 June 13, 2024 If a schedule change becomes necessary, additional notice will be provided so that the relevant agencies are kept informed of the Project’s progress. Project Description CCL plans to construct and operate two midscale liquification trains; on-site refrigerant storage, end flash, and boiloff gas facilities; and proposes an increase in the authorized loading rate of liquified natural gas ship carriers in San Patricio and Nueces Counties, Texas. The Project facilities would be interconnected with the existing Liquefaction Project and Stage 3 Project facilities (authorized under Docket Nos. CP12–507–000 and CP18–512–000, respectively, and collectively referred to as CCL Terminal), which would require minor modifications for purposes of interconnection and integration of the expansion facilities. The Project would require the use of 1,395 acres of land within the CCL Terminal property. Background On November 10, 2022, the Commission issued a Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Planned Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project and Notice of Public Scoping Session (Notice of Scoping). The Notice of Scoping, issued during the pre-filing review of the Project in Docket No. PF22–10–000, was sent to affected landowners; Federal, State, and local government agencies; elected officials; environmental and public interest groups; Native American tribes; other interested parties; and local libraries and newspapers. In response to the Notice of Scoping and Notice of Application, the Commission received comments from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Texas Parks and Wildlife Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. The primary issues raised by the commenters are permitting, outreach, vessel traffic, shoreline erosion, socioeconomics, environmental justice, air quality, water resources, aquatic resources, safety, and 2 The Commission’s deadline applies to the decisions of other Federal agencies, and State agencies acting under federally delegated authority, that are responsible for Federal authorizations, permits, and other approvals necessary for proposed projects under the Natural Gas Act. Per 18 CFR 157.22(a), the Commission’s deadline for other agency’s decisions applies unless a schedule is otherwise established by Federal law. E:\FR\FM\09NON1.SGM 09NON1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 216 / Thursday, November 9, 2023 / Notices cumulative impacts. All substantive comments will be addressed in the EA. U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, and U.S. Coast Guard are cooperating agencies in the preparation of the EA. Additional Information ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 In order to receive notification of the issuance of the EA and to keep track of formal issuances and submittals in specific dockets, the Commission offers a free service called eSubscription. This service provides automatic notification of filings made to subscribed dockets, document summaries, and direct links to the documents. Go to https:// www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview to register for eSubscription. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202)502–6595 or OPP@ ferc.gov. Additional information about the Project is available from the Commission’s Office of External Affairs at (866) 208–FERC or on the FERC website (www.ferc.gov). Using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link, select ‘‘General Search’’ from the eLibrary menu, enter the selected date range and ‘‘Docket Number’’ excluding the last three digits (i.e., CP23–129), and follow the instructions. For assistance with access to eLibrary, the helpline can be reached at (866) 208–3676, TTY (202) 502–8659, or at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. The eLibrary link on the FERC website also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rule makings. Dated: November 3, 2023. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2023–24838 Filed 11–8–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:22 Nov 08, 2023 Jkt 262001 DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. CP24–11–000] Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC; Notice of Request Under Blanket Authorization and Establishing Intervention and Protest Deadline Take notice that on October 23, 2023, Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC (Columbia), 700 Louisiana Street, Suite 1300, Houston, Texas 77002–2700, filed in the above referenced docket, a prior notice request pursuant to section 157.216 of the Commission’s regulations under the Natural Gas Act (NGA), and Columbia’s blanket certificate issued in Docket No. CP83–76–000, for authorization to abandon by sale, five injection/withdrawal (I/W) wells (Donegal Wells) located in its Donegal Storage Field. All of the above facilities are located in Washington County, Pennsylvania (Donegal Storage Field Wells Abandonment Project). The project will allow Columbia to abandon the Donegal Wells due to coal mining operations currently being developed within the Donegal Storage Field boundary, all as more fully set forth in the request which is on file with the Commission and open to public inspection. In addition to publishing the full text of this document in the Federal Register, the Commission provides all interested persons an opportunity to view and/or print the contents of this document via the internet through the Commission’s Home Page (www.ferc.gov) using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. At this time, the Commission has suspended access to the Commission’s Public Reference Room. For assistance, contact the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission at FercOnlineSupport@ ferc.gov or call toll-free, (886) 208–3676 or TTY (202) 502–8659. Any questions concerning this request should be directed to David A. Alonzo, 700 Louisiana Street, Suite 1300, Houston, Texas 77002–2700 at (832) 320–5477 or email at david_alonzo@ tcenergy.com. Public Participation There are three ways to become involved in the Commission’s review of this project: you can file a protest to the project, you can file a motion to intervene in the proceeding, and you can file comments on the project. There is no fee or cost for filing protests, PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 77305 motions to intervene, or comments. The deadline for filing protests, motions to intervene, and comments is 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on January 2, 2024. How to file protests, motions to intervene, and comments is explained below. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502–6595 or OPP@ ferc.gov. Protests Pursuant to section 157.205 of the Commission’s regulations under the NGA,1 any person 2 or the Commission’s staff may file a protest to the request. If no protest is filed within the time allowed or if a protest is filed and then withdrawn within 30 days after the allowed time for filing a protest, the proposed activity shall be deemed to be authorized effective the day after the time allowed for protest. If a protest is filed and not withdrawn within 30 days after the time allowed for filing a protest, the instant request for authorization will be considered by the Commission. Protests must comply with the requirements specified in section 157.205(e) of the Commission’s regulations,3 and must be submitted by the protest deadline, which is January 2, 2024. A protest may also serve as a motion to intervene so long as the protestor states it also seeks to be an intervenor. Interventions Any person has the option to file a motion to intervene in this proceeding. Only intervenors have the right to request rehearing of Commission orders issued in this proceeding and to subsequently challenge the Commission’s orders in the U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeal. To intervene, you must submit a motion to intervene to the Commission in accordance with Rule 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and 1 18 CFR 157.205. include individuals, organizations, businesses, municipalities, and other entities. 18 CFR 385.102(d). 3 18 CFR 157.205(e). 2 Persons E:\FR\FM\09NON1.SGM 09NON1

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. CP23-129-000]


Corpus Christi Liquefaction, LLC, CCL Midscale 8-9, LLC; Notice 
of Schedule for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the 
Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project

    On March 30, 2023, Corpus Christi Liquefaction, LLC and CCL 
Midscale 8-9, LLC (collectively referred to as CCL) filed an 
application in Docket No. CP23-129-000 requesting Authorization 
pursuant to Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act to construct and operate 
certain natural gas pipeline facilities. The proposed project is known 
as the Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project 
(Project) and would expand CCL's existing terminal production 
capabilities. The proposed Trains 8 & 9 together would be capable of 
liquefying up to approximately 170 Billion cubic feet per year (Bcf/y) 
of natural gas for export.
    On April 13, 2023, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 
(Commission or FERC) issued its Notice of Application for the Project. 
Among other things, that notice alerted agencies issuing Federal 
authorizations of the requirement to complete all necessary reviews and 
to reach a final decision on a request for a Federal authorization 
within 90 days of the date of issuance of the Commission staff's 
environmental document for the Project.
    This notice identifies Commission staff's intention to prepare an 
environmental assessment (EA) for the Project and the planned schedule 
for the completion of the environmental review.\1\
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    \1\ 40 CFR 1501.10 (2020).
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Schedule for Environmental Review

Issuance of EA March 15, 2024
90-day Federal Authorization Decision Deadline \2\ June 13, 2024
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    \2\ The Commission's deadline applies to the decisions of other 
Federal agencies, and State agencies acting under federally 
delegated authority, that are responsible for Federal 
authorizations, permits, and other approvals necessary for proposed 
projects under the Natural Gas Act. Per 18 CFR 157.22(a), the 
Commission's deadline for other agency's decisions applies unless a 
schedule is otherwise established by Federal law.

    If a schedule change becomes necessary, additional notice will be 
provided so that the relevant agencies are kept informed of the 
Project's progress.

Project Description

    CCL plans to construct and operate two midscale liquification 
trains; on-site refrigerant storage, end flash, and boil-off gas 
facilities; and proposes an increase in the authorized loading rate of 
liquified natural gas ship carriers in San Patricio and Nueces 
Counties, Texas. The Project facilities would be interconnected with 
the existing Liquefaction Project and Stage 3 Project facilities 
(authorized under Docket Nos. CP12-507-000 and CP18-512-000, 
respectively, and collectively referred to as CCL Terminal), which 
would require minor modifications for purposes of interconnection and 
integration of the expansion facilities. The Project would require the 
use of 1,395 acres of land within the CCL Terminal property.

Background

    On November 10, 2022, the Commission issued a Notice of Scoping 
Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Planned 
Corpus Christi Liquefaction Midscale Trains 8 & 9 Project and Notice of 
Public Scoping Session (Notice of Scoping). The Notice of Scoping, 
issued during the pre-filing review of the Project in Docket No. PF22-
10-000, was sent to affected landowners; Federal, State, and local 
government agencies; elected officials; environmental and public 
interest groups; Native American tribes; other interested parties; and 
local libraries and newspapers. In response to the Notice of Scoping 
and Notice of Application, the Commission received comments from the 
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Texas Parks and Wildlife Service, 
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Texas Commission on 
Environmental Quality, non-governmental organizations, and individuals. 
The primary issues raised by the commenters are permitting, outreach, 
vessel traffic, shoreline erosion, socioeconomics, environmental 
justice, air quality, water resources, aquatic resources, safety, and

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cumulative impacts. All substantive comments will be addressed in the 
EA.
    U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Transportation 
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, and U.S. Coast 
Guard are cooperating agencies in the preparation of the EA.

Additional Information

    In order to receive notification of the issuance of the EA and to 
keep track of formal issuances and submittals in specific dockets, the 
Commission offers a free service called eSubscription. This service 
provides automatic notification of filings made to subscribed dockets, 
document summaries, and direct links to the documents. Go to https://www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview to register for eSubscription.
    The Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports 
meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission 
proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, 
environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access 
publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For 
public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as 
interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is 
encouraged to contact OPP at (202)502-6595 or [email protected].
    Additional information about the Project is available from the 
Commission's Office of External Affairs at (866) 208-FERC or on the 
FERC website (www.ferc.gov). Using the ``eLibrary'' link, select 
``General Search'' from the eLibrary menu, enter the selected date 
range and ``Docket Number'' excluding the last three digits (i.e., 
CP23-129), and follow the instructions. For assistance with access to 
eLibrary, the helpline can be reached at (866) 208-3676, TTY (202) 502-
8659, or at [email protected]. The eLibrary link on the FERC 
website also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by 
the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rule makings.

    Dated: November 3, 2023.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2023-24838 Filed 11-8-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6717-01-P
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