Study ranks LNG plant as polluter

MALIBU – A liquefied natural gas terminal proposed 14 miles offshore between Malibu and Port Hueneme would significantly affect air quality, noise levels, ocean views and marine life, according to published reports.

According to a study released Friday, the $800-million terminal and natural gas-bearing ships going into and out of the terminal would emit about 219 tons of ozone-forming emissions and 35 tons of smoke and soot daily, ranking it as one of the biggest air pollution sources for Ventura County, the Los Angeles Times reported.


The terminal, a 971-foot-long gas-processing vessel connected to the mainland by underwater pipes, could also pose a safety risk, according to the 3,000-page environmental impact report.

The report was prepared by the U.S. Coast Guard, California State Lands Commission and U.S. Maritime Administration.

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