A Public & Transparent Regulatory Review
Coastal Bend LNG is advancing through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission review process. The process includes environmental review, agency consultation, public participation, and opportunities for stakeholders to submit comments.
Where Coastal Bend LNG Is in the Process
Coastal Bend LNG is advancing through the FERC pre-filing process. Pre-filing allows FERC staff, participating agencies, landowners, community members, and other stakeholders to identify and evaluate potential issues before a formal application is filed.
FERC Pre-Filing
Environmental review, agency consultation, and preparation of draft Resource Reports
Formal application under Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act
PF26-13-000
August 5, 2026
How the FERC Review Works
FERC is the lead federal agency responsible for reviewing the siting, construction, and operation of LNG export terminals under Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act.
Pre-Filing
The applicant develops environmental information, consults with agencies, engages stakeholders, and submits draft Resource Reports before filing a formal application.
Formal Application
Coastal Bend LNG plans to submit a formal application to FERC under Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act.
Environmental Review
FERC evaluates environmental, safety, technical, and alternative-site information under the National Environmental Policy Act.
Public Comment & Intervention
Members of the public, agencies, landowners, organizations, and other stakeholders may submit comments and participate in the proceeding.
FERC Decision
FERC determines whether to authorize the Project and may impose environmental, safety, construction, and operating conditions.
Other Required Authorizations
The Project must obtain additional federal and state approvals before construction can begin.
A Phased Review Process
FERC Pre-Filing
Coastal Bend LNG initiates the FERC pre-filing process.
Pre-Filing Review and Draft Resource Reports
Pre-filing review, agency consultation, and preparation of draft Resource Reports.
Formal FERC Application Target
The Project files a formal application under Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act.
Environmental Review and Agency Consultation
FERC conducts environmental review and agency consultation under NEPA.
FERC Decision Target
FERC conducts environmental review and issues a decision on the application.
Construction
Construction, subject to receipt of all required regulatory authorizations and a FERC decision. Approximate construction duration: approximately four years.
Construction
Construction activities, subject to all required authorizations.
Targeted First LNG
Targeted first LNG production.
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FERC Pre-Filing
Coastal Bend LNG initiates the FERC pre-filing process.
Pre-Filing Review and Draft Resource Reports
Pre-filing review, agency consultation, and preparation of draft Resource Reports.
Formal FERC Application Target
The Project files a formal application under Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act.
Environmental Review and Agency Consultation
FERC conducts environmental review and agency consultation under NEPA.
FERC Decision Target
FERC conducts environmental review and issues a decision on the application.
Construction
Construction, subject to receipt of all required regulatory authorizations and a FERC decision. Approximate construction duration: approximately four years.
Construction
Construction activities, subject to all required authorizations.
Targeted First LNG
Targeted first LNG production.
All dates are estimates and are subject to change based on the regulatory review process, agency schedules, engineering, permitting, financing, construction planning, and other Project considerations.
Ways to Learn More & Participate
The FERC process provides several ways for community members, landowners, agencies, local businesses, organizations, and other stakeholders to review Project information and share input.
Submitting Comments to FERC
Once the Coastal Bend LNG docket number is assigned, members of the public may submit comments directly to FERC through its eComment or eFiling systems.
PF26-13-000
Visit FERC
Go to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission website and open the eComment or eFiling system.
Enter the Docket Number
Use the Coastal Bend LNG docket number so your comments are filed in the correct proceeding.
Submit Your Comments
Provide your name, contact information, and comments about the Project or the environmental review.
Save Your Confirmation
Keep the submission confirmation or accession number for your records.
Project Filings & Environmental Documents
Public documents issued or filed in the Coastal Bend LNG FERC proceeding will be available through FERC eLibrary and linked here as they become available.
Public documents will be linked here as they become available in the FERC proceeding.
Search FERC eLibraryPublic Document Repositories
Project documents will be made available at public repositories in the Project area as the FERC pre-filing process advances. Confirmed locations, addresses, phone numbers and hours will be posted here.
Confirmed public repository locations will be posted here after they are approved.
FERC eLibrary
Search by Project docket number once assigned
Request Printed Materials
Call 800.958.2872
To request printed Project materials, call 800.958.2872 or email contact@coastalbendlng.com.
Questions About the FERC Process
Regulatory Review & Process
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