U.S. Authorizes CP2 LNG Project to Export to non-FTA countries

MIAMI, FL (DTN) — The U.S. Department of Energy has authorized Venture Global CP2 LNG Project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, to export up to 3.96 Bcfd of liquified natural gas to non-Free Trade Agreement countries.

“Finalizing the non-FTA authorization for CP2 LNG will enable secure and reliable American energy access for our allies and trading partners, while also providing well-paid jobs and economic opportunities at home,” said Kyle Haustveit, Assistant Secretary of the Office of Fossil Energy on Wednesday (10/22).
The final approval follows the DOE’s conditional authorization granted in March 2025 and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s May 2025 decision to permit construction and operation of the facility. It also reflects DOE’s reaffirmation that expanding LNG exports enhances energy security for U.S. allies, the agency stated.
So far this year, the Trump administration has authorized more than 13.8 Bcfd of new LNG exports, bringing the total to 15 Bcfd, a 25% increase over the previous year.