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John,
Our nation stands at an environmental crossroads, threatened by a growing industry that undermines the very fabric of the planet's health: Liquified Natural Gas (LNG).
It's a high-stakes gamble with our environment, where the real costs -- from more greenhouse gas emissions to the disruption of marine life -- are ignored by fossil fuel companies in a rush for short-term gains.
The battle against LNG mirrors the battle to address the global environmental crisis. In states like Louisiana, which is already battered by climate-induced hurricanes and ecological disasters, corporate greed is overshadowing environmental stewardship.
The addition of new LNG facilities would not only contribute to further environmental degradation but also escalate the risk of disastrous industrial accidents, which have historically plagued the region.
Approving more LNG projects is not just a failure of local policy, it is a failure of our collective responsibility to protect our planet. Demand the Department of Energy reject all new LNG facilities.
Proponents of LNG facilities claim it will have enormous benefits by creating jobs but this overlooks the long-term economic and environmental risks.
To fully understand the impact of LNG facilities, our nation must look beyond the surface-level claims of being a 'cleaner' fossil fuel. Methane, a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon dioxide, is frequently released during extraction and transportation.
Also, the facilities are located near marginalized communities, exposing residents to air and water pollution. This environmental injustice contributes to a range of health problems, including respiratory issues and increased cancer risks.
Stand against environmental degradation, social injustice, and economic shortsightedness by adding your name now.
Let’s keep demanding policies that prioritize renewable energy and enforce strict environmental regulations.
- Amanda
Amanda Ford, Director
Democracy for America
Advocacy Fund
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