A new pipeline project will carry fracked gas from WesternCanada through Idaho, Washington, Oregon and California. In short:GTN Xpress pipeline expansion, approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, is in conflict with the region's renewable energy goals. Local officials and environmental groups are challenging the approval, citing the project's potential to derail state climate initiatives. And they essentially ignored that.”—Jay Inslee, governor of Washington state. More Top News:Visit Environmental Health News for the latest breaking news on environmental health and climate change.

Source: The Guardian December 21, 2023 12:55 UTC