Two major natural gas pipeline projects move forward after state, federal approvals

Infrastructure projects like Atlantic Sunrise and Nexus allow the United States to harness the power of our nation’s natural resources to increase our energy independence, and make us more resilient in times of crisis—all while creating jobs. Projects of this magnitude require, rightfully, extensive analyses and examination by regulatory bodies. We applaud the operators of both the Atlantic Sunrise and Nexus pipelines, as well as the Pennsylvania DEP and the FERC, for working together to allow energy projects like this become a reality

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