Regulation

The Department of Energy (DOE) revised regulations today effective August 24th, to expedite receipt and processing of applications and approvals for limited volume exports of natural gas, to countries not already obliged by another trade agreement or regulation.  An emerging market was recognized in its export of small volumes of natural gas from the United States to countries not prohibited by standing agreements.  This market sees exports of natural gas to non-sanctioned and non-Free Trade Agreement (FTA) countries, the areas of the largest importers, include: The Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Explanation

• The application must propose a volume to export no more than 51.75 Bcf a year
• The application must be eligible for exclusion from the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and other relevant regulations under the DOE. Meaning the application must not require an EIS or EA.

Non-Eligible Destination FTA Countries

• Australia
• Bahrain
• Canada (NAFTA)
• Chile
• Colombia
• Costa Rica, (D.R.-CAFTA)
• Dominican Republic, (D.R.-CAFTA)
• El Salvador (D.R.-CAFTA)
• Guatemala (D.R.-CAFTA)
• Honduras (D.R.-CAFTA)
• Nicaragua (D.R.-CAFTA)
• Israel
• Jordan
• Korea
• Morocco
• Mexico (NAFTA)
• Oman
• Panama
• Peru
• Singapore

Non-Eligible Destinations Due to Sanctions

• Cuba
• Iran
• North Korea
• Sudan
• Syria

Liability

Exporters bare full responsibility to comply with all applicable regulatory requirements.  Please conduct further research to comply with all applicable international, federal, state, and local laws before commencing any business operations.

Disclaimer

Regulation Regular comments on actions of government agencies with an explanation and examination for stratagem or opportunity.

In an effort to find opportunity for entrepreneurial and investment efforts, I have begun to monitor more actions from governmental agencies regarding regulations.  This segment aims to highlight interesting developments in the business environment including competitors, regulations, or interesting occurrences.

THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE.  THIS IS COMMENTARY ON REGULATION.

Regulations can be a source of opportunity, as they make a major part in the determination of barriers to entry.  An industry or practice is difficult to enter if there is a significant amount of regulative procedures and requirements, versus when restrictions are removed an opportunity may be presented.  In this way we are doing our small part to encourage an informed people.

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