纽约州批准NESE输油管用于纽约市天然气供应,尽管存在气候问题和更高的账单。
NY approves NESE pipeline for NYC gas supply, despite climate concerns and higher bills.
纽约州州长Kathy Hochul已经批准了东北部天然气供应改善管道的主要许可证,扭转了先前的拒绝,并允许建筑工程在环境关切下向前推进。
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has approved key permits for the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) natural gas pipeline, reversing prior rejections and allowing construction to move forward despite environmental concerns.
该项目在前总统特朗普的支持下,旨在向纽约市和长岛增加天然气供应,但预计将每月增加约7.50美元的住宅费。
The project, backed by former President Trump, aims to boost gas supply to New York City and Long Island but is expected to raise residential bills by about $7.50 monthly.
州环境保护部引述了对《清洁水法》的遵守情况,尽管批评者认为该决定破坏了气候目标和公共卫生。
The state’s Department of Environmental Conservation cited compliance with the Clean Water Act, though critics argue the decision undermines climate goals and public health.
新泽西岛仍然必须颁发空气质量许可证,环境团体可以在法庭上对批准提出异议。
New Jersey must still issue an air-quality permit, and environmental groups may challenge the approval in court.