US regulators want to update safety rules for liquefied natural gas facilities

The US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is asking for public feedback on potential changes to safety rules for liquefied natural gas facilities. This means the agency is considering updating how these facilities are regulated, which could affect their design, operation, and location.

The current safety rules for liquefied natural gas facilities have not been significantly updated in decades. This request for public input suggests that regulators are preparing to modernize these rules. Any changes could alter the cost and feasibility of building and operating new LNG infrastructure, which is a key part of the global energy transition and export strategy.